WH-CONWarehousing & WarehouseNegotiable

Cargo Consolidation Service Fee

Charged by freight forwarders or NVOCC operators for combining multiple shippers' cargo into a single container. Includes warehouse sorting, labeling, and container loading services.

Per Shipment
Category:Basic Shipping FeeChina Export Local ChargesDestination Import Charges
Applies to:
FCLLCLAirRailCourierRoadFBAAs Request
Typical Cost Range
$30$300
flat rate

$30-$150 per consolidation batch. Some forwarders charge per CBM: $5-$20/CBM consolidation fee on top of freight.

Who Pays?

Shipper (When CIF, DAP)
Consignee (When EXW, FOB)
Negotiability

Negotiable — discuss with your freight forwarder.

Consolidation fees are competitive. Rates vary based on destination, cargo type, and consolidation volume.

Adjustment Frequency

MonthlyWeeklyFixed

Current rate reviewed: Per shipment

Chargeable Unit

Flat Rate

Formula / Calculation

WH-CON = Consolidation Service Fee per CBM or per Shipment Consolidated
consolidationNVOCCLCLgroupage

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between consolidation and LCL?
LCL (Less than Container Load) is the shipping service. Consolidation is the warehouse process of combining multiple shippers' cargo into one container.