Question: What is LCL?

 

Answer: LCL stands for "Less Container Load" LCL is a delivery method where one cubic meter (35 cubic feet) is shipped by surface shipping methods. LCL shipments are delivered to the nearest port of customs bonded warehouse where the customer must make pick up or make arrangements for the goods to be picked up by a customs broker. When using the LCL shipping option customers are responsible for customs clearance of hiring a customs broker to do this clearance for them. To learn how to calculate LCL shipments use this link.