Increased freight rates generally are not grounds for an excuse and cannot be passed on to the shipper by the common carrier.

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According to the Uniform Commercial Code, increased freight rates are not considered a valid excuse for a common carrier to pass on the cost to the shipper. The carrier is required to honor the agreed-upon rate despite any increase in their own costs.

Increased Freight Rates Generally Are Not Grounds for an Excuse