Freight container is one of the important factors that impact commodity exchange global. However, this cost is often fluctuate constantly and cause difficulties for business in the proposed budget exactly. In the article below, HNT will provide detailed information about table shipping rates, container ship international sea along with the formula for calculating current popularity. Let's follow us!

Shipping container what is?

Shipping container sea is the form of cargo transport system using boats and infrastructure, sea ports and to ensure the circulation of goods in an efficient way. The vehicles such as ships, boats, along with loading and unloading equipment, modern, combined with the infrastructure of seaports, airports, transit plays a key role in this process.

Shipping container sea

Form sea shipping is usually applied in the field of import and export due to the possibility of carrying cargo weighing to meet transportation needs in both domestic and international. In particular, sea transport plays an important role in promoting the development of trade and services Logistics Services of the country and create favorable conditions for economic growth.

Table rates shipping container sea international

How to calculate price freight container

Before the freight, the business can rely on formula for calculating the rates for each category of goods to estimate the cost. Below are the rates for the two types of goods, FCL and LCL, which you can refer.

For FCL

Unit charge for the FCL is a “Container” or “Bill/Shipment.”

Recipe charged for the FCL as follows:

• The cost on the Container = Price x Number of Containers
• The cost on the Bill/Shipment = Price x Number of Bill/the Number of Shipment respectively

For LCL

Unit charge for LCL is determined based on the two following units:

• Net weight of shipment, as measured by weight (unit: KGS).
• Can analysis food of shipment, calculated according to the formula: (Length x Width x Height) x quantity (units: CBM).

Then, you can use the following formula to determine how to charge:

• If 1 ton: Restaurant is top heavy and shipping cost will be calculated according to the unit KGS.
• If 1 ton >= 3 CBM: Restaurant is light, and shipping will be calculated according to the unit CBM.

How to calculate freight rates for two types of goods, FCL and LCL

Price freight container international

Below is the tariff of shipping international container comes from Ho Chi Minh city, go the international route.

Note: Price freight container on here only for reference. Rates are subject to change according to the time, type of goods and other factors such as fuel charges, service charges at the port, and the market situation. You should consult the price list to have an overview about the level of charge current, and adjust the budget accordingly.

Rates are subject to change according to the time, type of goods, and other factors

Factors that affect freight container?

• Kind of goods need shipping: The goods required to ensure safety as top value (diamonds, electronics, machines, etc.), fragile goods (medical devices, household appliances...), or the need to pack and preserve special (gas, oil, chemicals...) often have fees higher than common goods.
• The volume and size of goods: Sea freight for bulky items, huge load, and sizes oversized usually require higher fees.
• Delivery address: Freight charges are subject to change depending on distance and shipping destination. The destinations with the favorable weather conditions often have low rates than those points have the harsh weather conditions.
• Requires preservation of order: Special cargo such as biological products, vaccines, frozen food, gold, silver, money, explosives, phone... requires packing and storage as a rule, lead to charges and fee higher than the regular goods.
• The price policy of transport unit: Per unit shipping policy rates different. Therefore, you should compare the cost of multiple units to choose transportation services with the most reasonable price.
• Other factors: Cost of transport depends on the number of containers, the required time of shipping, fuel price, and other free services at the port of export – port of entry.

The factors that affect freight container

A number of important note when the reference rate table container

When learn and negotiate the cost sea container, you should note the following points:

• Swap details on demand: Make sure you have provided full information about the needs of his carriage unit service provider to get accurate quotes and fit.
• Check the contract carefully: Before signing the contract, consider carefully the terms related to the rights and obligations of the parties. Pay particular attention to the fixed fee and the fee to avoid the costs incurred are not desired.
• Buy cargo insurance, if necessary: If you transport goods, in particular, take the initiative to purchase insurance to protect their goods in case an incident occurs.
• Adhere to rules of transportation of goods: Ensure that your cargo is not on the list of prohibited as a stimulant, functional food,...to avoid the legal issues and risks are not necessary.

Conclusion

Hopefully the above information has helped you better understand freight container. To the export and import of the goods takes place convenient with reasonable price, the business should learn thoroughly and priorities of cooperation with the carriage unit reputable and have more experience.

Contact HNT to get support information about the cost for orders of your business

With more than 12 years experience in Logistics industry, HNT Logistics proud to be the leading service provider of Logistics comprehensively for many businesses in and outside the country. To get advice and the best prices, please contact us via Hotline number: 0981.655.880 (Mrs. Thi) or 0949.393.300 (Mrs. Peach).

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