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What is Open Container?

Open Container A general term for containers without a fixed roof, including open-top and open-side containers, used for oversize, heavy, or irregular cargo that cannot fit standard containers.

Source: Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

How is “Open Container” Used in Practice?

Open containers are frequently used to ship heavy machinery that cannot be loaded into standard containers due to height restrictions.

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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What is Open Container?

A general term for containers without a fixed roof, including open-top and open-side containers, used for oversize, heavy, or irregular cargo that cannot fit standard containers.

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