Which INCOTERM group indicates that the main carriage is unpaid?

The correct answer pertains to Group D, which represents terms where the seller bears all costs and risks associated with delivering the goods to the destination, but does not fully align with the question regarding unpaid main carriage. Group C is actually where the main carriage is unpaid, as these terms specify that the seller pays for the cost of transport to a point but does not take on the risks once the goods are handed over to the carrier.

In contrast, Group D encompasses terms like DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), where the seller is responsible for all aspects up to the delivery at the destination, including the final costs of carriage. Group E is not commonly referred to in terms of unpaid carriage; it usually designates a point where the seller has completed their obligations once the goods are made available for pickup. Group F includes terms where the seller covers the costs to deliver the goods to a carrier, but not the main transport from that point onward.

Understanding these categories is crucial for correctly applying INCOTERMS in international trade, particularly regarding financial responsibilities and risk allocation during the shipping process.