SEA FREIGHT
Sea Freight (LCL / FCL)
For most cargo moving from China to Korea, sea freight is the most sensible choice. We recommend whichever of LCL or FCL works out better for your volume and timeline.
LCL vs FCL
Which one works out better
Even for identical cargo, the better option changes with volume and schedule.
| LCL consolidation | FCL full container | |
|---|---|---|
| Suited volume | Small (from roughly 1 CBM) | Bulk (20FT container and up) |
| Rate basis | Greater of CBM (volume) or weight | Per container |
| Advantage | Ship small volumes without a large commitment | Better unit cost, lower damage risk with sole loading |
| Watch out for | Consolidation and sorting need schedule buffer | Unit cost suffers if the container is not filled |
| Best for | Samples, first orders, small repeat orders | Regular bulk orders, high-volume cargo |
CONTAINER
Container specifications
| Type | Internal capacity (approx.) | Practical load (approx.) | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20FT DRY | 33 CBM | 25 - 28 CBM loaded | Heavy cargo, compact bulk |
| 40FT DRY | 67 CBM | 55 - 58 CBM loaded | Volumetric cargo |
| 40FT HQ | 76 CBM | 64 - 68 CBM loaded | Bulky, lightweight cargo |
PROCESS
How a sea shipment runs
01. Quotation
Share origin, item, quantity and volume or weight, and we propose a shipping method.
02. Pickup and receipt
We collect the cargo in China, receive it into the warehouse and verify quantity and packing.
03. Loading
We load to the sailing schedule and share departure details.
04. Arrival and clearance
On arrival in Korea, our partner customs broker files the import declaration.
05. Domestic delivery
Once cleared, the cargo is delivered to the address you specify.
06. Settlement
We compile and explain the freight and clearance cost breakdown.
We will work out whether LCL or FCL costs you less
All we need is the item, quantity and volume.
Request a sea freight quoteHave cargo to move out of China?
Tell us the origin and the cargo, and we will advise the best way to ship it.