Distinguish LCL (lcl) and FCL (fcl cont) when shipping

When engaged in import and export activities, one of the first decisions and the most important, which home to put out is the choice of the method of packing. In carriage of goods by seathe two most common forms is LCL (Less than Container Load) and FCL (Full Container Load). Misinterpretation or choose the wrong form of not only wasting the budget, but also a potential risk for the goods.

1. Basic definition of FCL and LCL

FCL (fcl): This is the form carriage of goods by sea for the large shipment. You rent an entire container (20ft, 40ft or 40HC). Goods in the container that is entirely your are lead seals (seal) from the warehouse to the destination, not mixed with other people's.
LCL (lcl): For small shipments, not enough to fill a container. Forwarding company (Consolidator) 'll get your order together with order of goods, other in the same container.

2. Math lesson cost:

When to choose which? General principles in carriage of goods by sea is:

If your shipment can work under 10-12 CBM (cubic meters) away, LCL will usually save more because you only pay for the space you use.
If the shipment is greater than 15 CBM, though not full container, selecting FCL will often cheaper and safer than charging in retail according to each block. However, it should note the surcharge at the port of destination (Destination charges) of the LCL is usually higher than FCL. Businesses need to request a quote of “All-in” (all-inclusive) for accurate comparison.

3. Risks and shipping Time

On the safety side, FCL dominate in freight. Goods is less impact, not cross stitch close up/withdraw the goods as many times as LCL. LCL risk, high impact, more so with many types of different goods (can be heavy cargo lights up the light, or smell). About time, FCL go faster due to not lose time waiting for cargo consolidation and tapped at the warehouse CFS (Container Freight Station).

Epilogue:

Choose LCL or FCL depends on three factors: the Mass (Volume), Budget (Budget) and the Level of urgency (Urgency). A plan carriage of goods by sea smart is the balance between cost and safety. Please consult the opinion of the specialist logistics for the project customer, optimized for each particular consignment of you.