This draft standard for trial use contains the format and establishes the data contents of the motor carrier bill of lading transaction set (211) for use within the context of an electronic data interchange (edi) environment. The surrender of the original straight bill of lading, properly endorsed, is required by transportation lines upon delivery of the freight, in accordance with the terms of the bill of lading. A bill of lading is a legally binding document issued by a carrier to a shipper that details the type, quantity, and destination of the goods being carried. Abbreviations for package types, handling units. Please enter 10 or fewer pro numbers, pressing enter after each pro number.