Wholesale export & container loads for international buyers
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS · EXPORT
Plan your next wholesale container load
Choose stock that fits your market, review the lot details, and build a clear delivery plan. Start your export enquiry with Bulkbox by sharing your destination, the categories you want, and the scale of your next restock.
The right format depends on your volume, pallet dimensions, weight, destination, and forwarder’s loading plan. Discuss these common sizes with your freight provider, then confirm which option suits the actual stock.
20′
Standard container
A format to consider for a more focused load or a first export restock. Confirm the space and weight requirements before booking.
40′
Larger volume
An option to discuss when combining more stock. Ask your forwarder to compare the capacity and total landed cost for your route.
45′
Additional space
Extra space may suit some larger loads. Availability and compatibility depend on the route, carrier, and loading arrangements.
Planning a container across several orders
Build the mix around your resale plan
You may want beauty stock in one order and household goods in another. Before buying in stages, ask Bulkbox whether the chosen stock can be combined and held for a shared shipment.
STARTChoose your first lot
ADDReview the next category
CHECKConfirm space & weight
SHIPAgree on the final load
Confirm storage periods, handling charges, payment arrangements, and the planned shipping date. Adding merchandise can change the weight, loading needs, and total cost, even when it shares one container.
Tell us from the start that you’re planning a combined load so the details can be reviewed before you commit to each order.
Pallet by pallet, or a full container?
Compare the scale of two freight models using the illustrative figures supplied for this example: $400–$1,000 per pallet and $2,500–$6,000 per container. These are not published Bulkbox rates or live shipping quotes.
Freight cost comparison
Select a volume to compare the example totals.
Pallet by pallet
$2,000–$5,000
5 × $400–$1,000
vs
Full container
$2,500–$6,000
Example allowance per container
At this volume the example ranges overlap. Compare both quotes for the same route and service before deciding.
Pallet by pallet
$4,000–$10,000
10 × $400–$1,000
vs
Full container
$2,500–$6,000
Example allowance per container
Worth comparing
The container model may offer a lower total, but these ranges still overlap. A destination-specific quote will show which option suits your order.
Pallet by pallet
$8,000–$20,000
20 × $400–$1,000
vs
Full container
$2,500–$6,000
Example allowance per container
Lower in this example
With these example inputs, the container range is lower. Check that the load fits and that both quotes include the same services and charges.
Pallet by pallet
$9,600–$26,000
24–26 × $400–$1,000
vs
Full container
$2,500–$6,000
Example allowance per container
Lower example cost per pallet
For a 24–26-pallet example, the container model has a lower freight cost per pallet. This is a comparison scenario, not a loading-capacity guarantee.
Illustrative estimates only. Actual freight depends on the route, cargo, container availability, and services included. Obtain a written quote from the provider arranging your shipment; confirm handling, insurance, destination charges, and customs costs separately.
How an export enquiry works
STEP 1
Choose your stock
Browse categories and share the lots, quantity, and destination you have in mind.
STEP 2
Review the details
Ask for the current condition, item breakdown, specifications, and available documents.
STEP 3
Check destination needs
Discuss the required documents and import requirements with your forwarder or broker.
STEP 4
Confirm the freight plan
Agree on collection, loading, transport responsibilities, and the final quote before committing.
What international buyers need to know
Plan the full cost
Look beyond the merchandise price. Ask which freight, handling, destination, and customs charges apply to your order.
Check the paperwork
Request the documents available for the selected lot and confirm their suitability with your forwarder before buying.
Agree on responsibilities
Confirm who arranges freight, loads the stock, and handles the destination services. Keep the written terms with your order records.
Frequently asked questions
Can I build a container with several orders?
Ask us before placing your first order. We’ll need to confirm whether stock can be combined, how long it can be held, any storage or handling charges, and when the load must be ready to ship.
Can I enquire about an international order?
Yes. Share your destination, preferred categories, and approximate quantity. We’ll discuss the selected lot and the information needed to assess your enquiry before you make a purchase.
Can I get a manifest for customs?
Request the available lot documents before committing. Document availability varies by listing; ask your forwarder or customs broker whether the information provided meets the requirements for your destination.
How should I plan for duties and local charges?
Ask your freight forwarder or customs broker to identify the charges and responsibilities for your destination. Confirm what is included in each quote and in the agreed order terms.
Who arranges the ocean freight?
Confirm the arrangements with Bulkbox and your chosen forwarder before placing an order. Ask who books collection, transport, and destination services, and who issues the freight quote.
How many pallets fit in a container or truckload?
It depends on pallet dimensions, stacking suitability, weight limits, container format, and the carrier’s loading plan. The 24–26-pallet calculator tab is an illustrative scenario; ask for a plan for your actual load.
Can I discuss an enquiry in my preferred language?
Tell us your preferred language when you contact Bulkbox. We’ll confirm how we can support the conversation; language availability should be agreed before arranging a call.
Ready to plan a container load?
Tell us your destination, preferred categories, and buying volume. Let’s start with the stock and work through the details together.
