H
Holdback
An amount withheld under a contract pursuant to section 35 of the Financial Administration Act to ensure the performance of the contract and also to avoid overpayments in relation to progress of work. (23/06/94) (retenues)
HS Number
Harmonized System - Tariff codes for classification of the type goods being imported.
Hypothecate
To pledge as collateral. To pledge personal property as security for a debt without transfer of possession. Used in relation to bid/security deposits and performance bonds. (23/06/94) (hypothéquer)
 
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