Definitions for "CLEAN BILL OF LADING"
A bill of Lading receipted by carrier for merchandise in good condition (no damage, loss etc., apparent), and which does not bear such notation as "Shipper's Load and Count.
A carrier-issued receipt indicating that transported merchandise was received in apparent good condition. Compare with Foul Bill of Lading.
A bill of lading issued by a carrier for goods delivered in "apparent good order and condition" - bearing no notations or added clauses which may limit the liability of the carrier.