If you work in logistics and supply chain management, you're likely familiar with the many acronyms and abbreviations used in the industry. To help you stay up to speed, we've compiled a comprehensive list of acronyms starting with the letter A. From HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point ) to HVUT (Heavy Vehicle Use Tax), this list covers the most common acronyms used by freight carriers, truckers, brokers, warehouses, and other transportation professionals. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out in the industry, this resource is sure to come in handy.
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HACCP
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Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point | |
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HAWB
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House Air Waybill | |
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HAZMAT
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Hazardous Matirial | A substance or material which has been determined by the Dept. of Transportation to be capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety and property when transported in commerce. |
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HMRC
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Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs | |
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HOS
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Hours of Service | The limit placed on number of hours allowed to be worked by a driver in order to reduce the possibility of driver fatigue. |
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HS
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Harmonized System/Harmonized Schedule | |
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HST
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Harmonized Sales Tax (Canada) | |
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HTS
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Harmonized Tariff Schedule | |
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HVS
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High-value Shipment | |
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HM
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Hazardous Materials | A substance or material which has been determined by the Dept. of Transportation to be capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety and property when transported in commerce. |
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HGB
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Household Good Carrier Bureau | A group within the American Moving and Storage Association specifically designated \ to work with firms offering to transport household goods. |
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HVUT
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Heavy Vehicle Use Tax |
Complete list of logistics and supply chain management acronyms used by freight carriers, truckers, brokers, warehouses and other transportation professionals starting with H.