Incoterms 2000
provides Preambles explaining the function of each Incoterm. These
are reproduced in full for visitors to this site. For example, the
Preamble to FAS FREE ALONGSIDE SHIP states that under FAS the
seller delivers when the goods are placed alongside the vessel at
the named port of shipment. "The buyer has to bear all costs and
risks of loss of or damage to the goods from that moment."