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Title Transfer

Process by which legal ownership of a physical commodity passes between parties at an agreed point.

Title transfer is the legal process by which ownership of a commodity, asset, or security passes from seller to buyer. It is essential for defining rights, responsibilities, and liability.

For example, in crude oil transactions, title transfer often occurs at a pipeline delivery point or storage terminal. The buyer assumes legal ownership, risk, and insurance responsibility.

Title transfer agreements clarify contractual obligations, including delivery conditions, quality acceptance, and payment terms. They are fundamental in physical and financial commodity trading.

Understanding title transfer ensures proper risk allocation, legal compliance, and operational efficiency, critical for trading, logistics, and supply chain management.

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