Accessorial freight charges are additional fees that cover additional services or instances that are not considered covered in a standard pick-up and delivery operation designated at the time a shipment is tendered. The additional charges cover a wide variety of services outside of the freight charge and fuel surcharge that are in connection with the transportation of goods
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Published March 20, 2026
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