A consignee is also referred to as what?

The correct identification of a consignee as an "agent" stems from the nature of their role in the transaction. A consignee acts on behalf of the consignor, who is the owner of the goods. In this capacity, the consignee is entrusted to sell the goods and is responsible for delivering them to the purchaser. The consignee's primary job is to facilitate the sale while representing the interests of the consignor.

While a broker may also function as an intermediary, they typically do not hold the goods or take possession of them, which distinguishes them from a consignee. Similarly, an auctioneer conducts auctions but does not typically represent the interests of the owner in the same manner as a consignee. A seller is someone who disposes of goods, but in the context of consignment, the seller’s role is fulfilled by the consignee acting as the agent for the consignor.