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ALS India Ltd provides reliable logistics tools, calculators and reference guides to help businesses plan shipments efficiently, reduce costs and ensure smooth global deliveries.

Shipping Tools

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Freight Calculators

Accurate calculators for better planning

Container References

Dimensions and specs at your fingertips

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Volumetric Weight Calculator

Volumetric weight is used in air freight to determine the chargeable weight.

Volumetric Weight (Kg) = Length × Width × Height / 6000

Logistics Conversion Calculator

0.00 lb

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0.00 cft

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Container Dimension Reference

20 FT Dry Cargo Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)24,000
  • Tare (kg)2,370
  • Net (kg)21,630
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)5.898
  • Width (m)2.352
  • Height (m)2.394
  • Capacity (m³)33.20
Door Open
  • Width (m)2.343
  • Height (m)2.280

Characteristics: Manufactured from aluminium or steel, suitable for most types of cargo and general cargo.

40 FT Dry Cargo Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)30,480
  • Tare (kg)4,000
  • Net (kg)26,480
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)12.031
  • Width (m)2.352
  • Height (m)2.394
  • Capacity (m³)67.74
Door Open
  • Width (m)2.343
  • Height (m)2.280

Characteristics: Suitable for general cargo, dry goods, palletized cargo, and standard shipments.

20 FT Refrigerated Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)24,000
  • Tare (kg)3,050
  • Net (kg)20,950
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)5.449
  • Width (m)2.290
  • Height (m)2.244
  • Capacity (m³)26.70
Door Open
  • Width (m)2.276
  • Height (m)2.261

Characteristics: Recommended for delicate cargo requiring controlled temperature during transport.

40 FT Refrigerated Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)30,480
  • Tare (kg)4,520
  • Net (kg)25,960
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)11.690
  • Width (m)2.250
  • Height (m)2.247
  • Capacity (m³)57.10
Door Open
  • Width (m)2.280
  • Height (m)2.205

Characteristics: Used for frozen, chilled, and temperature-sensitive cargo shipments.

20 FT Open Top Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)24,000
  • Tare (kg)2,580
  • Net (kg)21,420
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)5.629
  • Width (m)2.212
  • Height (m)2.311
  • Capacity (m³)32.00
Door Open
  • Width (m)2.330
  • Height (m)2.263

Characteristics: Suitable for bulky cargo, machinery, and cargo loaded from the top.

40 FT Open Top Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)30,480
  • Tare (kg)4,290
  • Net (kg)26,190
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)11.763
  • Width (m)2.212
  • Height (m)2.311
  • Capacity (m³)65.40
Door Open
  • Width (m)2.330
  • Height (m)2.263

Characteristics: Ideal for tall and oversized cargo where crane loading is required.

20 FT Garment Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)24,000
  • Tare (kg)2,400
  • Net (kg)21,600
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)5.898
  • Width (m)2.352
  • Height (m)2.394
  • Capacity (m³)33.20
Door Open
  • Width (m)2.343
  • Height (m)2.280

Characteristics: Designed for garment products and related industry cargo.

40 FT Garment Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)30,480
  • Tare (kg)3,885
  • Net (kg)26,595
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)12.031
  • Width (m)2.352
  • Height (m)2.394
  • Capacity (m³)67.74
Door Open
  • Width (m)2.343
  • Height (m)2.280

Characteristics: Allows garments to be carried efficiently with reduced handling.

40 FT High Cube Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)30,480
  • Tare (kg)3,980
  • Net (kg)26,500
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)12.031
  • Width (m)2.352
  • Height (m)2.698
  • Capacity (m³)76.30
Door Open
  • Width (m)2.340
  • Height (m)2.585

Characteristics: Extra height container suitable for light and voluminous cargo.

45 FT High Cube Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)30,480
  • Tare (kg)4,800
  • Net (kg)25,680
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)13.544
  • Width (m)2.352
  • Height (m)2.698
  • Capacity (m³)86.00
Door Open
  • Width (m)2.340
  • Height (m)2.585

Characteristics: Provides higher cube capacity for oversized volume shipments.

20 FT Flat Rack Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)30,480
  • Tare (kg)2,900
  • Net (kg)27,580
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)5.624
  • Width (m)2.236
  • Height (m)2.234
  • Capacity (m³)27.90

Characteristics: Used for heavy loads and cargo requiring loading from top or sides.

40 FT Flat Rack Container
Container Weight
  • Gross (kg)34,000
  • Tare (kg)5,870
  • Net (kg)28,130
Interior Measurement
  • Length (m)11.786
  • Width (m)2.236
  • Height (m)1.968
  • Capacity (m³)51.90

Characteristics: Suitable for pipes, machinery, project cargo and heavy equipment.

Point of Delivery, Transfer of Risk & Responsibility

GROUPS FREIGHT COLLECT TERMS FREIGHT PREPAID TERMS
ANY MODE OR MODES OF TRANSPORT SEA AND INLAND WATERWAY TRANSPORT ANY MODE OR MODES OF TRANSPORT
EXWEx Works
(Place)		 FCAFree Carrier
(Place)		 FASFree Alongside
Ship (Port)		 FOBFree On Board
(Port)		 CFRCost and
Freight (Port)		 CIFCost, Insurance
& Freight (Port)		 CPTCarriage Paid
To (Place)		 CIPCarriage & Insurance
Paid To (Place)		 DAPDelivered at
Place (Place)		 DPUDelivered at Place
Unloaded (Place)		 DDPDelivered Duty
Paid (Place)
TRANSFER OF RISK At Buyer’s
Disposal		 On Buyer’s
Transport		 Alongside
Ship		 On Board
Vessel		 On Board
Vessel		 On Board
Vessel		 At Carrier At Carrier At Named
Place		 At Named Place
Unloaded		 At Named
Place
OBLIGATIONS & CHARGES
Export Packaging SellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSeller
Loading Charges BuyerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSeller
Delivery to Port/Place BuyerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSeller
Export Duty, Taxes & Customs Clearance BuyerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSeller
Origin Terminal Charges BuyerBuyerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSeller
Loading on Carriage BuyerBuyerBuyerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSeller
Carriage Charges BuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSellerSeller
Insurance NegotiableNegotiableNegotiableNegotiableNegotiable*SellerNegotiable**SellerNegotiableNegotiableNegotiable
Destination Terminal Charges BuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerSellerSellerSellerSellerSeller
Delivery to Destination BuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerSellerSellerSeller
Unloading at Destination BuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerSellerSeller

* Seller is responsible for insurance coverage.

** Seller is responsible for insurance coverage as per the agreed conditions.

Buyer’s Responsibility Seller’s Responsibility Risk Transfer Point

Choose the Right Freight Mode

Air Freight

Transit Time 1 - 5 Days

Cost Level High

Best Use Cases Urgent, High-value, Perishables

Advantages Fast, Reliable, Global Reach

Sea Freight

Transit Time 15 - 45 Days

Cost Level Low

Best Use Cases Bulk Cargo, Large Shipments

Advantages Cost-effective, High Capacity

Road Freight

Transit Time 1 - 7 Days

Cost Level Medium

Best Use Cases Domestic, Door-to-door

Advantages Flexible, Reliable Network

Essential Shipping Documents

Bill of Lading

Legal document between shipper and carrier.

Air Waybill

Non-negotiable document for air shipments.

Commercial Invoice

Details of goods, value and terms of sale.

Packing List

Itemized list of goods inside shipment.

Certificate of Origin

Certifies country where goods originate.

Customs Documents

Documents required for customs clearance.

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