What consignment transaction?

A consignment transaction occurs when one party (the consignor) delivers goods to another party (the consignee) for the purpose of selling them on behalf of the consignor. The consignee does not take ownership of the goods but instead acts as an agent, earning a commission on sales. The consignor retains ownership until the goods are sold, and unsold items can typically be returned. This arrangement is commonly used in retail and distribution to reduce the risk for sellers while providing inventory to retailers.