Container shipping Antwerp to Seattle
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Seattle (USSEA)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is great for bulk goods and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Importing a container overseas with break bulk or factory parts can be facilitated by shippinglines like HMM Co. Ltd.. There are all kind of containers. An important distinction is Full Container Load (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via this website we share practical information for the purpose of international transport Seattle (US SEA). You can read comprehensive information about the various sea container types. Besides this we share a practical step-by-step plan. Describe what you want to transport and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, trouble-free and cost-effective way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is excellent for worldwide removals and carrying container cargo or personal goods.
- The Port of Seattle is one of the biggest ports of United States.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Insulated, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Tank, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.
Main topics
Shipping to Seattle (USSEA) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your products are wrapped up in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) ensures that a container is ready. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Seattle (US SEA), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the destination harbor. They provide you options like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the schedule below you will find practical information about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Seattle |
| Country of destination | United States |
| Port Code | USSEA |
| Transit Time | +/- 27 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Port address | 2711 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98121, United States |
| united-states@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.usa.gov |
| Telephone number | 2067283000 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Seattle
- Cargo details
Enter the port of origin and the POD. Choose if you want to ship FCL (Full Container Load) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the size of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Packing the freight
To begin, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Documents Required for Exporting
When you transport cargo to Seattle (USSEA), please pay attention to the necessary relevant export documents (for the purpose of national customs): commercial invoice, packing list, packing declaration, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document issued by the carrier or agent confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that everything is ready to ship.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
An incoterm is a set of rules to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm determines who takes care of, among other things, insurance, transport and all documents. Much chosen incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
- Cargo Track & Trace
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your cargo is right now. You can check easily when the cargo is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Seattle (USSEA) to Antwerp (BEANR): choosing a suitable container
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Seattle – (US SEA) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Make sure you rent a suitable container. Based on your load you choose a size (20-ft, 40-ft) and different container agreements (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are APL, China Shipping, CMA CGM, FESCO, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. Important towns around the port are Seattle, Mercer Island, White Center, Bellevue, Kirkland, Burien, Newcastle, Tukwila, Renton, SeaTac, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Redmond, Kingsgate, Kenmore, Sammamish, Bothell, East Renton Highlands, Mountlake Terrace, Esperance. In the box below we put everything together and offer information about the most popular boxes. You can also click through to our page about Get shipping quote.
Explanation about a 20 foot container
20 ft. containers (also known under the name dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are easy to load, access, and handle, so the transport costs are quite low. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal stuff and international removals. What you might not know: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- One of the most rented boxes for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.500 kg.
Advantages of a forty foot container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large quantities of goods. Good to know: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ deal. You have more height at your disposal. Stuff can be stacked high.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.800 kg.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. There are many advantages to it: ideal transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and you pay lower price per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: the transshipment is more complex and the financial risk is much greater. Another departure port? Also check Rotterdam to Seattle (USSEA) or Hamburg to Seattle (USSEA).
- The concept of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, MSC, COSCO, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd.
Information about LCL containers
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). The idea of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. You benefit from many advantages: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, storage and insurance is advantageous and lower sourcing risk. Disclaimer: if you can fill more than half of a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The total shipping costs are related to the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- LCL means that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 3,5 m3 – 13 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Wan Hai, HMM, Yang Ming, Evergreen.
Other types of containers and customization
The range of boxes is very varied for ocean transport. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are specially developed transport options for liquid bulk, onions, potatoes, vegetables or unique high value cargo. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also look further at transport options in Huangpu (CNHUA), port of Jakarta (IDJKT), Kotka (FIKTK) harbor and terminal Haldia (INHAL).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: are able to accommodate much larger objects.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Cargo types: What do you want to ship?
Transporting stuff by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Seattle (USSEA) has a lot of pluses: it is economical, it is effective for large quantities of goods and very flexible. Frequently chosen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: roll on/roll off, dry bulk, liquid bulk, neo bulk, break bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
- House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, kerosene, petroleum, diesel, hydrogen, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and salt, coils, rods, sugar.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
- Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
- Retail & other: freight like art and antiques, toys, sports equipment, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy and food, drinks, furniture, machines, fashion.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Seattle takes on average 27 days. The distance to be covered is about 6550 nautical miles (M). This is roughly equivalent to 12131 km. When you ship a sea container, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: the boat speed, wind force and direction and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Seattle (United States) are relatively expensive. The total cost is subject to various ingredients such as type of container, the total distance to the delivery destination and conditions. Send us a message for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you are exporting goods to Seattle, there are documents you need for customs clearance. Exporters need to include the following documents with their goods: Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin. For additional information and answers to questions then we advise you to contact the customs of United States or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.usa.gov).
Incoterms decide the responsibility of each the exporter along with the importer of products. For sea transportation, we usually use FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller takes care of delivering the goods to the port of origin. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the freight until all cargo is on the ship. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).