What fields must I include?

Required fields for brokered load: Broker load #, actual carrier MC#, rate confirmation reference, double-broker disclosure.

Is this BOL legally binding?

Yes — under 49 USC §14706 (Carmack Amendment) and 49 CFR §373.101 the BOL governs interstate carrier liability and is enforceable as the contract of carriage.

Can I file a claim using this BOL?

Yes — exceptions noted on the consignee's signed copy (POD) form the basis for freight claims under Carmack.

What fields must I include?

Required fields for brokered load: Broker load #, actual carrier MC#, rate confirmation reference, double-broker disclosure.

Is this BOL legally binding?

Yes — under 49 USC §14706 (Carmack Amendment) and 49 CFR §373.101 the BOL governs interstate carrier liability and is enforceable as the contract of carriage.

Can I file a claim using this BOL?

Yes — exceptions noted on the consignee's signed copy (POD) form the basis for freight claims under Carmack.

Brokered Load

How brokers fill out and use BOLs.

Generate your BOL

Free · No signup · PDF download · VICS-format

Form type

BOL NumberShip DateFreight Charge TermsMaster BOL?Includes underlying BOLs

Ship From (Shipper)

Name *ContactPhoneEmailAddress line 1Address line 2City

StateZIPFOB

Ship To (Consignee)

Name *ContactPhoneEmailAddress line 1Address line 2City

StateZIPFOB

CarrierCarrier nameSCACPRO #Trailer #Seal #

Line items

Line 1

HU qtyHU typePkg qtyPkg typeWeight (lb)Hazmat?Yes (X)

Description

NMFC #Class

Density-based class lookup (L × W × H + weight)

Length (in)Width (in)Height (in)Weight (lb)

Third-party billing (optional)

NameContactPhoneEmailAddress line 1Address line 2City

StateZIPFOB

Customer order section (optional)

No customer orders. Add one if your shipment references PO numbers.

CoD + special instructions

CoD amount ($)CoD fee terms

Special instructions

Loaded by / counted by (carrier section)

Trailer loaded byFreight counted by

Signatures (optional)

Shipper signature

Sign here

Date

Carrier signature

Sign here

Date

Consignee signature

Sign here

Date

Tool-output, not legal advice. Verify NMFC classes and hazmat declarations before signing.

Overview

Brokered loads route through a 3PL. The BOL typically lists the actual carrier (not the broker) and references the broker's load number for payment.

Key fields

Broker load #
actual carrier MC#
rate confirmation reference
double-broker disclosure

Common mistakes

Listing broker as carrier, missing actual carrier info, no double-broker disclosure.

Brokered Load — FAQs

What's special about a brokered load BOL?: Brokered loads route through a 3PL. The BOL typically lists the actual carrier (not the broker) and references the broker's load number for payment.
What fields must I include?: Required fields for brokered load: Broker load #, actual carrier MC#, rate confirmation reference, double-broker disclosure.
What are common mistakes?: Listing broker as carrier, missing actual carrier info, no double-broker disclosure.
Is this BOL legally binding?: Yes — under 49 USC §14706 (Carmack Amendment) and 49 CFR §373.101 the BOL governs interstate carrier liability and is enforceable as the contract of carriage.
Can I file a claim using this BOL?: Yes — exceptions noted on the consignee's signed copy (POD) form the basis for freight claims under Carmack.

Related guides and concepts

Filing a Freight Claim
How to use the BOL to file a freight claim
Owner-Operator Shipment
BOL practices for owner-operators
Hazardous Materials Shipment
How to fill out a hazmat BOL
House BOL vs Master BOL
Bill of Lading vs Packing Slip
Electronic Bill of Lading (eBOL)