Your All-in-One Toolkit for Global Shipping

Navigating the complexities of international trade requires precise information. At CHARIS GLOBAL, we provide the essential data and tools you need to plan your shipments, calculate costs, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Understanding Commercial Shipping

Understanding Incoterms is vital for defining the responsibilities of buyers and sellers. These terms determine who handles freight, insurance, and customs clearance at every stage of the journey.

EXW (Ex Works)

The seller makes the goods available at their premises; the buyer bears all risks and costs from there.

FOB (Free On Board)

The seller delivers goods on board the vessel; risk transfers to the buyer once the goods are on the ship.

CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight)

Seller pays for transport and insurance to the destination port, but risk transfers once goods are on the vessel.

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)

The seller bears all risks and costs, including duties and taxes, to the buyer’s destination.

DAP (Delivered at Place)

Seller delivers to a named place; the buyer handles import clearance and duties.­

Standard Container Dimensions

Choosing the right equipment is key to optimizing your cargo space and reducing costs. Refer to our quick guide for standard ISO container specifications.

Container Type Inside Length Inside Width Inside Height Max Cargo Weight
20′ Standard
5.89 m
2.33 m
2.38 m
21,727 kg
40′ Standard
12.01 m
2.33 m
2.38 m
26,780 kg
40′ High Cube
12.01 m
2.33 m
2.69 m
26,512 kg
20′ Open Top
5.89 m
2.31 m
2.33 m
21,600 kg
40′ Flat Rack
12.06 m
2.08 m
1.95 m
38,918 kg
40′ Reefer
11.48 m
2.26 m
2.18 m
25,526 kg

Global Port & Airport Finder

Efficiency starts with knowing your points of entry and exit. Use our integrated search resources to find the nearest hubs for your cargo.

Shipping Conversion Tools

Need to convert weights or volumes on the fly? Use these common logistics formulas:

CBM Calculation

Length (m) x Width (m) x Height (m) = Cubic Meters.

Volumetric Weight (Air)

(Length x Width x Height in cm) / 6000 = Volume Weight in Kg.

Metric Ton Conversion

1,000 Kilograms = 1 Metric Ton.

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