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What is FCL (full container load)?

Coir glossary · Updated 2026-09-22

Shipping term meaning an entire container is loaded with one shipper’s cargo. Standard containers for coir: 20 ft (holding 20–22 tonnes of compressed blocks) or 40 ft (holding 24–26 tonnes). FCL is the standard shipping unit for bulk coir trade; LCL (less than container load) is used only for samples and small trial orders.

FCL (Full Container Load): equivalents.

PT: FCL (Container Cheio) · ES: FCL (Contenedor Completo)

Source: Industry practice. Definition from the Carve coir glossary, where the full source list is given.

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