clearing agent
A 'clearing agent' can refer to a person or company involved in customs clearance, a substance used for cleaning, or an intermediary in financial transactions.
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Definition
C1International Trade
(business, logistics)A person or company responsible for handling customs clearance procedures for goods being imported or exported.
Example
- The clearing agent ensured that all the necessary documents were submitted for the shipment.
C1Chemistry
(technical, scientific)A substance used to remove or dissolve unwanted materials or impurities from a surface or environment.
Example
- The lab technician used a clearing agent to clean the microscope slides.
C1Finance
(technical, financial)An intermediary responsible for the settlement of transactions, ensuring the accurate and efficient transfer of funds and securities between parties.
Example
- The clearing agent facilitated the settlement of the stock trade between the buyer and the seller.
Similar
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