What does “write‑off/consumption” of CHEDs / GGBs mean?

partial deliveries   (splitting a lot), partial clearance   or phased arrivals, mismatches between   commercial documents   (B/L, invoice, packing list) and   actual received quantity , re‑allocation   due to repacking, blending, or resale before physical discharge. How it works (conceptually): The CHED/GGB contains a   declared quantity   (mass/units). Upon release, that quantity may be consumed in one go (fully written off), or (depending on regime/configuration)   partly   used, leaving a   remaining balance   still open. Authorities/systems ensure you   cannot release/move more   than what was approved under that CHED/GGB. Why this exists: To prevent one approval (one CHED) from being used to “pull through”   multiple consignments   or extra volumes. For traceability and risk control (especially for SPS/high‑risk goods). Typical pain points: If the CHED is for “1,000 MT” but you want to release 1,050 MT (due to weighing differences or B/L tolerance), you can get blocked and may need a   correction/amendment   or separate handling. If you want to split a cargo across multiple consignees/warehouses, the administrative chain (and sometimes the CHED structure) must support that.