LCL / FCL
拼箱/整箱
Also known as: Less than Container Load, Full Container Load
FCL means your goods fill a whole container; LCL means they share one with other shippers. The choice affects cost, handling risk, and transit time.
Related terms: bill of lading · incoterms
Appears in these guides
- Importing from India: Duty Rates, EORI Registration, and Product Sourcing Guide
- How to Import Electronic Equipment from China: A Complete Sourcing Guide
- Importing Furniture from China to the US: Anti-Dumping Duties, Safety Rules, and Sourcing Hubs
- Importing from Hong Kong: Tariffs, Documentation, and Shipping for US and EU Importers
- China Import Terminology Guide: Essential Trade Terms Every Importer Should Know
- Importing from Taiwan: Electronics, Machinery, and Compliance for US and EU Markets
- LCL Bill of Lading: Key Checks Before Your Cargo Leaves China
- VOCC vs. NVOCC: Choosing the Right Shipping Partner for Your China Freight
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