Review active factory inventory, CSC-plated sea-freight containers, and specialized cold chain machinery ready for immediate dispatch from our primary port hubs.
The twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU), specifically standardized as the ISO 20 Container (ISO 668 1CC/1C Series), remains the single most critical building block of multi-modal freight transport globally. Characterized by unmatched torsional rigidity, stackability up to 9-high under loaded ocean conditions, and compatibility across railway flatcars, cellular container ships, and container chassis, investing in standardized ISO 20 dry freight and reefer boxes requires granular price-to-spec evaluations.
Modern procurement teams navigating global ocean transport require transparent, deterministic cost forecasting. Container pricing fluctuates based on the London Metal Exchange (LME) Corten-A steel pricing index, maritime paint formulation costs, regional surplus-deficit port imbalances, and classification society survey standards (Bureau Veritas, Lloyd's Register, ABS, and DNV-GL).
Fabricated using authentic high-tensile SPA-H atmospheric corrosion-resistant steel. Yield strengths exceeding 345 MPa ensure minimal deformation under extreme concentrated floor and wall load forces.
Certified structural testing including transverse racking, longitudinal end-wall compression, floor strength testing up to 7,260 kg axle loads, and dynamic sling-hoisting qualification.
Affixed with stainless-steel CSC safety approval plates valid for 5 years from issuance, facilitating immediate seamless handoff to international ocean shipping carriers.
Standard dimensional metrics, maximum gross mass parameters, and reference quote structures under FOB China export conditions.
| Specification Metric | 20ft Standard Dry (1CC) | 20ft High Cube (1CD) | 20ft Reefer Cold Storage | 20ft Hazardous Dangerous Goods |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| External Dimensions (L×W×H) | 6,058 × 2,438 × 2,591 mm | 6,058 × 2,438 × 2,896 mm | 6,058 × 2,438 × 2,591 mm | 6,058 × 2,438 × 2,896 mm |
| Internal Capacity (Volume) | 33.2 m³ (1,172 cu.ft) | 37.4 m³ (1,320 cu.ft) | 28.3 m³ (999 cu.ft) | 35.1 m³ (1,240 cu.ft) |
| Tare Weight | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) | 2,320 kg (5,115 lbs) | 2,980 kg (6,570 lbs) | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) |
| Max Gross Weight (Payload Max) | 30,480 kg (67,200 lbs) | 30,480 kg (67,200 lbs) | 30,480 kg (67,200 lbs) | 30,480 kg (67,200 lbs) |
| Flooring Construction | 28mm Marine Plywood / Bamboo | 28mm Keruing Hardwood Deck | Aluminum T-Bar / Airflow Floor | Spark-Proof Steel Sump Floor |
| Reference Price Matrix (FOB China) | $1,850 - $2,350 | $2,100 - $2,650 | $7,800 - $11,500 | $3,900 - $5,400 |
Discover how modern industrial enterprises adapt the ISO 20 baseline structure for high-performance localized and modular operations.
Engineered to absorb violent longitudinal shock forces during train shunting and sudden highway decelerations. Fully compatible with standard 20-foot skeleton trailers and twist-lock container wagons across transcontinental rail systems.
The standard ISO 20 envelope is increasingly deployed as structural housing for utility-scale lithium-ion battery energy storage systems (BESS), equipped with factory-fitted fire suppressions, HVAC ducting, and structural floor reinforcement.
Turnkey mobile engineering workstations, medical shelters, and offshore personnel modules. Thermal PU sandwich panel insulation and custom electrical conduits guarantee structural integrity in sub-zero or desert environments.
Customized chemical storage units featuring spark-resistant interior cladding, integrated bunded drainage sumps, and mechanical explosion-proof cross-flow louvers ensuring safety compliance with local environmental authorities.
Manufacturing clusters in Tianjin and Suzhou ensure zero material bottlenecks. Direct supply agreements with certified mills yield consistent steel chemistry and zinc-epoxy coating standards backed by Bureau Veritas certification.
Future-ready container technology equipped with real-time GPS telemetry, solar-assisted IoT cargo sensors, interior pneumatic pressure monitors, and automated electronic door seal tracking for high-value logistics paths.
Clear, documented technical answers addressing container lifecycle, classifications, pricing dynamics, and shipping protocols.
A standard 20-foot container (1CC) features an external height of 8 feet 6 inches (2,591 mm), whereas a High Cube unit (1CD) features a height of 9 feet 6 inches (2,896 mm). The High Cube variant provides approximately 12% additional volumetric capacity, making it the preferred solution for volumetric, lower-density cargo, and specialized equipment installations like BESS modules.
Corten-A (SPA-H) steel is formulated with specific copper, chromium, and nickel alloys. When exposed to ocean moisture and salt atmosphere, it develops a stable, dense oxidation layer (patina) that seals the underlying metal from deep corrosion, extending structural lifespan to over 20+ years under demanding marine duty cycles.
Yes. Custom engineering modifications—such as side-opening roller doors, HVAC utility penetrations, reinforced bulkheads, or specialized internal floor grids—are analyzed using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and witnessed by classification societies (e.g., Bureau Veritas, DNV) for CSC plate issuance before export loading.
'One-Trip' containers are manufactured in China, loaded with a single non-hazardous dry cargo payload to offset ocean repositioning costs, and sold upon arrival at destination ports. Factory-new (direct export) units have zero previous cargo contact and are shipped empty (as shipper-owned containers, SOC) or flat-packed where applicable.
Our reefer product range incorporates tier-one compressors from Daikin, Carrier, and Thermo King. Units operate standard on 380V/440V 3-phase power with dual frequency (50/60Hz) compatibility. For overland transport or field storage, optional clip-on or underslung diesel generator sets provide continuous autonomous cold chain integrity.
Standard inventory units located in our Tianjin and Suzhou yards can be dispatched to port berths within 48 to 72 hours. Bespoke OEM/ODM orders require an engineering cycle of 7-15 days for technical CAD sign-off, followed by a manufacturing turnaround of 15 to 25 calendar days depending on order volume.
Discover high-cube modular structures, reefer cooling units, roll-up configurations, and expandable container housing solutions.
Connect with our senior engineering team to receive complete CAD drawings, Corten-A mill test certificates, CSC classification survey reports, and customized volumetric batch quotes calculated on FOB China or CIF global discharge port terms.
