Full-container versus LCL, incoterms, and carrier negotiations—all in one place so you don’t overpay.
FCL vs. LCL
– FCL: $0.08–$0.12/kg, door to port; bulk rate.
– LCL: $0.15–$0.20/kg, shared container—higher per-kg but no MOQ.
Calculating Volume & Weight Costs
Use container volumetrics: 20′ holds ~18 MT loose powder; 40′ up to 25 MT. Match your 25 MT order to a single 40′ FCL for best rates.
Carrier Selection & Negotiation
Rotate through three carriers per quarter; leverage volume history to secure spot-rate caps or volume rebates.
Incoterms Explained
– FOB: You handle inland freight.
– CIF: Seller arranges and pays transport and insurance.
– DDP: Delivered Duty Paid—seller bears all risk to buyer’s door.
