Container shipping Hamburg to Qingdao
Would you like to ship a container from Hamburg to Qingdao (CNQIN)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it’s convenient and it is trustworthy. Shipping a container with sea freight such as roll on/roll off or personal goods is easy with shippinglines like Regional Container Lines. There are many different sizes and types of shipping containers. An important distinction is a full container for yourself (FCL) and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via containershippingservice.com we give dedicated information regarding international transport Qingdao (CN QIN). We offer practical information about the different types of sea containers. Besides this we share a step-by-step export plan. Send us your details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, staunch and relatively cheap way to import and export goods internationally.
- Advantages compared to air freight: you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
- Sea freight provides services for international relocations and exporting dry bulk or cars.
- The Port of Qingdao is a frequently chosen port in China.
- The most commonly used containers are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Insulated, Dry Van, Ventilated, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Qingdao (CNQIN) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your cargo is packed in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) will arrange the container. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Qingdao (CN QIN), and will be shipped over the sea to the importer at the port of destination. They offer solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below 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 Qingdao |
| Country of destination | China |
| Port Code | CNQIN |
| Transit Time | +/- 48 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Port address | Port Administration Office, 6 Gangqing Road, Qingdao, Shandong 266011, China |
| president@qdport.com | |
| Website | www.qdport.com |
| Phone | 865322982011 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Qingdao
- Freight Details
Enter the port of origin and the POD. Decide if you will ship full containers (FCL) or LCL (Less than Container Load). You can also choose the size of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Preparing the cargo
Firstly, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Customs document
If you ship cargo to Qingdao (CNQIN), you must send up-to-date export documents (for the national customs): commercial invoice, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a legal document signed by the carrier to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that everything is ready to ship.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
Incoterms are important to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm determines who bears responsibility for e.g. the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your freight is right now. You will get a notification when the freight has been departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Qingdao (CNQIN) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select the container that suits the freight
You need to ship a container from port of Qingdao – (CN QIN) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? An important starting point is to ask an appropriate container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Major shipping lines that sail here include APL, China Shipping, CMA CGM, Evergreen, FESCO, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. The port offers an excellent connection to Qingdao, Jiaonan, Jiaozhou, Jimo, Gaomi, Zhucheng, Pingdu, Shuiji, Rizhao, Laiyang, Anqiu, Hanting, Laizhou, Weifang, Juxian, Qixia, Zhaocheng, Yishui, Shizilu, Linqu. Below we put everything together and offer information about the most popular products. Our specialists also provide details about Cars transport.
Advantages of a 20ft container
20 FT containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which results in lower shipping costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal items or international movings. Pro tip: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.
- The most commonly used box for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.200 kg.
Information and benefits of 40 foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. Good to know: 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ version. Thereby you have a little more height. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- The dimensions are as follows: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.400 kg.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then you can book your own full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. It is a popular transport method: efficient transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and you take advantage of economies of scale. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is not suitable for small cargo and the financial risk is much greater. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Qingdao (CNQIN) or Rotterdam to Qingdao (CNQIN).
- FCL means that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, MSC, COSCO, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd.
(LCL) Less than container
If you do not need a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). What we mean by LCL is that you share the container with other importers. There are multiple advantages: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and lower sourcing risk. Disclaimer: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The total shipping costs are related to the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- What we mean by LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- For low-volume shipments of between 3 m3 & 16,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, POL, ZIM, HMM, Yang Ming.
Various other types of containers
There is a wide range of boxes for ocean transport. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are also special possibilities for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, flour, coffee or cocoa or very exclusive stuff. We’ve explained it all below. You can also read more information about shipments to Zarate (ARZAE), port of Alexandria (EGALY), Rota West Harbor (MPROP) harbor and terminal Kokkola (FIKOK).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Main types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Shipping cargo by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Qingdao (CNQIN) have all kinds of advantages: it is very efficient, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: dry bulk, liquid bulk, neo bulk, containerized, break bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, diesel, kerosene, hydrogen, petroleum, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like sugar, rods, coils, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: items like sports equipment, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, clothes or furniture, food, fashion, machines, shoes.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Qingdao takes on average 48 days. The total distance is approx. 11300 nautical miles (NM). That equates to 20928 km. When you ship a sea container, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: the boat speed, the sea conditions and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Qingdao (China) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by a number of factors like cargo weight, shipping time and incoterms. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information, a price proposal and transit time.
When you are sending goods to Qingdao, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate. For more information about these duties please contact the customs of China or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.qdport.com).
The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party arranges the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the required port. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller must arrange all processes concerning the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).