In the shipping industry, different types of containers are used to transport a wide variety of goods. Here are 8 common types of 20 - foot containers and their corresponding codes:

Dry Cargo Container:

Type Code: GP
95 Code: 22G1

Function: Used for general dry cargo shipments. It is a standard container for transporting various non - perishable goods.

High - Cube Dry Cargo Container:

Type Code: GH (also known as HC/HQ)
95 Code: 25G1

Function: Similar to the dry cargo container but with a higher internal height. It provides additional space for taller or bulkier items.

Hanging Garment Container:

Type Code: HT
95 Code: 22V1

Function: Specifically designed for transporting hanging garments. It has internal hanging rails to keep clothing in good condition during transit.

Open - Top Container:

Type Code: OT
95 Code: 22U1

Function: Allows for easy loading and unloading of oversized or bulky cargo from the top. It is useful for items that cannot be loaded through standard container doors.

Reefer Container:

Type Code: RF
95 Code: 22R1

Function: Maintains a specific temperature range for transporting perishable goods such as food, pharmaceuticals, and other temperature - sensitive items.

High - Cube Reefer Container:

Type Code: RH
95 Code: 25R1

Function: Combines the features of a high - cube container and a reefer container, offering more space and temperature control for perishable goods.

Tank Container:

Type Code: TK
95 Code: 22T1

Function: Used for transporting liquids or gases. It is a specialized container with a built - in tank for safe transportation of hazardous or non - hazardous fluids.

Flat Rack Container:

Type Code: FR
95 Code: 22P1

Function: Ideal for transporting heavy or oversized cargo that cannot fit into standard containers. It has a flat rack structure with no sides or top, allowing for easy loading and securing of large items.

The following is a detailed comparison table for 20 - foot, 40 - foot, 45 - foot, and 53 - foot containers:

There are some patterns and rules to note:

1. For the type code, if the first letter is "G", it generally represents a common container (as opposed to special containers like hanging garment, reefer, or flat rack containers), as "G" stands for General, meaning ordinary, common, or universal.
2. If the second letter of the type code is "H", it indicates a high - cube container, as "H" represents High.
3. Regarding the 95 code, if the first digit is 2, it corresponds to a 20 - foot container; if it starts with 4, it is a 40 - foot container; if it starts with "L", it is a 45 - foot container; and if it starts with "K", it is a 53 - foot container.

4. The second digit of the 95 code is also significant. A 2 indicates a non - high - cube box (8.5 feet high), while a 5 indicates a high - cube box (9.5 feet high). It is important to note that the digit 5 does not represent a 45 - foot container. For example, the 95 code for a 40HQ is 45G1, which might be misleading as it could be mistaken for a 45HQ, but in fact, it refers to a 40 - foot high - cube container.

With a large number of containers in ports, the container number is essential for identifying the storage location and information of each box. These are the "codes" on the containers. Now you have a better understanding of them.

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