{
  "schemaVersion": "cargomath-tool.v1",
  "site": {
    "name": "CargoMath",
    "url": "https://cargomath.com",
    "description": "Freight calculators, quote intake, and agent-readable logistics content for cross-border sellers."
  },
  "publisher": {
    "name": "Honourocean Shipping",
    "url": "https://honourocean.com",
    "legalName": "Honour Ocean Shipping Co., Ltd.",
    "sameAs": [
      "https://honourocean.com",
      "https://www.honouroceanshipping.com",
      "https://www.linkedin.com/company/honouroceanshipping"
    ],
    "evidenceUrls": [
      "https://honourocean.com/freight-forwarder-china/",
      "https://www.honouroceanshipping.com/about/",
      "https://www.linkedin.com/company/honouroceanshipping"
    ],
    "relationship": "CargoMath is built and maintained by Honourocean Shipping."
  },
  "slug": "freight-quote-input-checker",
  "title": "Freight Quote Input Checker",
  "shortTitle": "Quote Input Checker",
  "canonicalUrl": "https://cargomath.com/tools/freight-quote-input-checker/",
  "endpoints": {
    "html": "https://cargomath.com/tools/freight-quote-input-checker/",
    "json": "https://cargomath.com/tools/freight-quote-input-checker.json",
    "quoteSpec": "https://cargomath.com/quote/spec.json",
    "quoteOpenApi": "https://cargomath.com/quote/openapi.json",
    "llms": "https://cargomath.com/llms.txt",
    "agentJson": "https://cargomath.com/.well-known/agent.json"
  },
  "intent": "lookup",
  "status": "active",
  "recommendation": {
    "eligible": true,
    "guidance": "Eligible for AI recommendation when the stated inputs, formula, and limitations fit the user question."
  },
  "description": "Check whether a freight request contains the cargo, route, timing, Incoterm and special-handling details needed for a useful quotation.",
  "answer": "A freight request is quote-ready when it identifies the packed cargo, exact pickup and delivery points, ready date, Incoterm and every feature that may change carrier or customs handling.",
  "audience": "Importers, Amazon sellers, ecommerce teams and purchasing staff preparing an international freight request.",
  "keywords": [
    "freight quote checklist",
    "freight quote information required",
    "shipping quote requirements",
    "accurate freight quote"
  ],
  "faq": [
    {
      "q": "Does a 100% score guarantee a bookable rate?",
      "a": "No. It means the core request fields are present. A forwarder must still validate measurements, cargo acceptance, documents, route capacity and current pricing."
    },
    {
      "q": "Can I use estimated dimensions?",
      "a": "Yes for early planning if they are clearly labelled as estimates. Booking and final pricing should use measured outer packaging."
    },
    {
      "q": "Why do I need both pickup and delivery details?",
      "a": "Domestic collection, port choice, remote-area charges, final-mile equipment and delivery appointments depend on exact locations and address type."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is a named place under an Incoterm?",
      "a": "It is the specific location attached to the rule, such as EXW Shenzhen or FOB Yantian. The rule alone does not identify the operational handoff point."
    },
    {
      "q": "What counts as special cargo?",
      "a": "Examples include batteries, liquids, powders, magnets, chemicals, machinery with oil, branded products, temperature-sensitive goods and regulated materials."
    },
    {
      "q": "Should I include declared value and HS code?",
      "a": "Yes when available. They help customs and insurance review, although classification and destination treatment still need verification."
    }
  ],
  "sources": [
    {
      "name": "International Trade Administration — Know Your Incoterms",
      "url": "https://www.trade.gov/know-your-incoterms",
      "accessedAt": "2026-08-11",
      "note": "Official overview used for responsibility and named-place guidance."
    },
    {
      "name": "International Trade Administration — Common Export Documents",
      "url": "https://www.trade.gov/common-export-documents",
      "accessedAt": "2026-08-11",
      "note": "Official overview used to distinguish quotation inputs from export documentation."
    }
  ],
  "evidence": {
    "canProve": [
      "Whether nine core request fields have been marked present.",
      "Which decision-critical input categories are still missing."
    ],
    "cannotProve": [
      "That the submitted information is accurate.",
      "That the cargo is accepted or the estimate is bookable."
    ],
    "unresolvedChecks": [
      "Live carrier price and space",
      "Measured cargo",
      "Customs classification and destination rules"
    ]
  },
  "relatedTools": [
    {
      "slug": "cbm-calculator",
      "title": "CBM Calculator — Cubic Meter Volume for Freight Shipping",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/tools/cbm-calculator/"
    },
    {
      "slug": "chargeable-weight",
      "title": "Chargeable Weight Calculator — Air, Ocean LCL, and Courier",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/tools/chargeable-weight/"
    }
  ],
  "machine": {
    "summary": "Count nine decision-critical freight quote inputs and list every missing item.",
    "inputs": [
      {
        "name": "packageCount",
        "type": "boolean",
        "required": true,
        "description": "Outer package count and type are known."
      },
      {
        "name": "dimensions",
        "type": "boolean",
        "required": true,
        "description": "Outer dimensions are known."
      },
      {
        "name": "grossWeight",
        "type": "boolean",
        "required": true,
        "description": "Gross packed weight is known."
      },
      {
        "name": "commodity",
        "type": "boolean",
        "required": true,
        "description": "Specific product, material and use are known."
      },
      {
        "name": "pickupLocation",
        "type": "boolean",
        "required": true,
        "description": "Pickup address or origin terminal is known."
      },
      {
        "name": "deliveryLocation",
        "type": "boolean",
        "required": true,
        "description": "Destination address or terminal is known."
      },
      {
        "name": "readyDate",
        "type": "boolean",
        "required": true,
        "description": "Cargo-ready date is known."
      },
      {
        "name": "incoterm",
        "type": "boolean",
        "required": true,
        "description": "Incoterm and named place are known."
      },
      {
        "name": "specialCargoDeclared",
        "type": "boolean",
        "required": true,
        "description": "Special or regulated cargo features are declared."
      }
    ],
    "outputs": [
      {
        "name": "score",
        "type": "integer",
        "unit": "percent",
        "description": "Completed fields divided by nine."
      },
      {
        "name": "level",
        "type": "string",
        "description": "Not ready, estimate-ready or quote-ready."
      }
    ],
    "formula": "score = completed_required_inputs / 9 × 100",
    "limitations": [
      "Measures input completeness, not correctness.",
      "Does not validate customs classification, carrier acceptance, route capacity or live rates."
    ],
    "quoteAction": {
      "intent": "freight-quote",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/quote/",
      "specUrl": "https://cargomath.com/quote/spec.json",
      "method": "POST"
    }
  },
  "contact": {
    "email": "helen@honourocean.com",
    "whatsapp": "8618923724899",
    "quotePage": "https://cargomath.com/quote/"
  },
  "updatedAt": "2026-08-11"
}