Container shipping Hamburg to Chiwan

Do you need to ship a container from Hamburg to Chiwan (CNCWN)? Sea freight has many pluses: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is economical and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting a container overseas with roll on/roll off or equipment is easy with shippinglines like HMM Co. Ltd.. Freight forwarders offer all kind of containers. Transporters make a distinction between (FCL) full containers and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our freight forwarders you will receive helpful information regarding international transport Chiwan (CN CWN). You will find comprehensive information about the different types of containers. Further on you can read a export plan in 5 steps. Contact u directly and receive a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a quick, trouble-free and cost-effective way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
Compared to air freight, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
Sea freight is an often chosen option for international relocations and importing roll on/roll off or bikes.
The Port of Chiwan is a frequently chosen port in China.
You can choose from the following containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Tank, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Chiwan (CNCWN) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your products are packed tightly in a container. The middleman (freight forwarder) will arrange the container. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Chiwan (CN CWN), and will be shipped by sea to the agent at the arrival port. You need to make a choose out of: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the attached table you will find practical information about the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Chiwan
Country of destination	China
Port Code	CNCWN
Transit Time	+/- 48 days
Shipping costs	$
Local address	c/o China Ocean Shpg Agency, Gangwan Yi Road, Shekou, Shenzhen, Guangdong 518067, China
E-mail address	china@containershippingservice.com
Website	www.gov.cn
Phone number	8675526694888

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Chiwan

Enter freight details
Enter the departure port and the arrival harbour. Determine the desired transport method: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Preparing the cargo
Obviously, make sure the freight is packed securely. To transport the cargo in good condition, we advise you to use pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
Common Export Documents
If you are going to transport cargo to Chiwan (CNCWN), you should organize required export documents (for the purpose of national customs): bill of lading, packing declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that everything is ready to ship.
Find your incoterms
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm defines who is responsible for, for example, transport, insurance and duty related matters. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
Online Container & Freight Tracking System
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your cargo is at this moment. You can get a sms or mail when the shipping is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.

Sea freight from Chiwan (CNCWN) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select the container that suits the freight

You want to ship a container from port of Chiwan – (CN CWN) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? An important starting point is to rent a suitable container. Based on your load you choose a size (20ft & 40ft) and different container specifications (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the following summary you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular boxes. Also click further for information about Hard-Top Container.

Explanation of the 20ft container

20-foot containers (also known as dry van) is the most versatile container type. It’s a very common and efficient size, which results in lower shipping costs. Widely used for transporting personal items and movings. Nice to know: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

The most commonly used box for transporting goods by means of shipping.
The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
The maximum load is about +/- 27.500 kg.

Information and benefits of 40ft container

The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large cargo by sea. Also, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ edition. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.

The ideal means of transport for large loads.
The format is universal: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.500 kilogram.

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Use a Full Container (FCL)

If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then it is usually better to book a full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. This has multiple advantages: efficient transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and it’s more cost-effective. Important to mention: you need large volume to be viable and it is hard to book during peak season. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Chiwan (CNCWN) or Rotterdam to Chiwan (CNCWN).

The premise of FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
Available at: e.g. MSC, COSCO, ONE, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd.

LCL: Less than container

When you have too little goods to fill a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The goal of LCL is that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. The advantages of this option include: you can send some good in a cheap way, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and easy time-management and scheduling. Remark: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The total shipping costs are related to volume and weight.

With LCL transport, you transport your cargo via a partial container.
For low-volume shipments of between 3,5 m3 and 13 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
More Availability During Peak Season.
Available at: e.g. POL, HMM, ZIM, Yang Ming, Wan Hai.

What other types of containers are there

You can choose from many types of boxes for international cargo shipping. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are innovative and special constructions for oils, grain, flour, or other special goods. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also look further at transport options in Mobile (USMOB), port of Manila South Harbour (PHMNS), Nagpur (INNAG) harbor and terminal Lobito (AOLOB).

Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as like grain and ore.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.

Open-Top Containers: are able to accommodate much larger objects.
Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.

Main types of ocean cargo: which items do you want to transport by sea?

Importing goods by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Chiwan (CNCWN) has a lot of pluses: low prices, best for Bulky Goods and eco-friendly. Popular types of ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: dry bulk, containerized, liquid bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off. You will find all the information in the box below.

Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, gasoline, kerosene, hydrogen, diesel, petroleum.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also plates, lumber, rods, sand.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
Retail & other: goods like art and antiques, sports equipment, electronic goods, toys, clothes + furniture, shoes, fashion, machines, drinks.

FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport

What is the transit time from Hamburg to Chiwan?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Chiwan takes about 48 days. The total distance is about 11300 nautical miles (nmi). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 20928 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The exact shipping time has several factors: displacement of the vessel, the sea conditions and cargo flows.

What are the all-in costs of shipping a container to Chiwan (CNCWN)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Chiwan (China) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by various parts such as cargo dimension, season and other costs like stacking and siting. Contact us for a price proposal and transit times.

Which customs documents do you need?

When sending goods to Chiwan, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are required: Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Letter of Credit. For questions or additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of China or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.gov.cn).

What incoterm is best for my business?

Incoterms describe who bears the responsibility, risk, and costs associated with a transaction. The most common terms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller covers delivery of the goods to a ship, loading the goods onto the ship, and insuring the shipment until it reaches the port of destination. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller is responsible for the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).