Quick answer: On FOB terms the price covers the umbrellas loaded on the ship at the Indian port and you arrange the freight; on CIF the price also covers freight and insurance to your destination port. How many umbrellas fit in a container depends on the model and packing: our export cartons usually hold 60 pieces or about 30 kg, so ask us to confirm the carton dimensions and loading quantity for your chosen models. Orders start at 500 pieces and go up to a full 40ft HQ.
3 fold umbrellasBags and travel
Straight umbrellasClassic full length
Golf umbrellasLarge canopies
Garden umbrellasHospitality shade
This guide explains how an umbrella export order is priced and loaded, so you can compare quotations properly and plan your shipment.
FOB vs CIF
| FOB (Free On Board) | CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price includes | Goods loaded on the vessel at the Indian port | Goods, sea freight and insurance to your port |
| Who books the ship | You or your freight forwarder | We arrange it |
| Risk passes to you | When goods are on board in India | When goods are on board in India; we arrange minimum insurance, subject to policy terms |
| Choose it when | You have a forwarder and good freight rates | You want freight and insurance included to your port |
Our export shipments leave from Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mumbai or Mundra. With either term, import clearance at your end is arranged by you or your customs broker. When goods are handed over at a container terminal rather than loaded on board, FCA or CIP can fit better; ask your forwarder which term suits your shipment.
What changes the price of an umbrella order
- Umbrella type and size: a 3 fold, a straight umbrella and a 30 inch golf umbrella use very different amounts of material.
- Frame: number of ribs (8, 12 or 16) and steel or fibreglass.
- Canopy fabric and coating: 190T polyester, 210T pongee, silver UV lining (see our umbrella fabric guide).
- Opening: manual or automatic.
- Branding: logo size, number of print colours and print positions.
- Packing: single-piece boxes and master boxes add packaging compared with carton pack.
- Quantity and Incoterm: compare quotations using identical specifications and shipping terms.
How many umbrellas fit in a container?
Start from the cartons, not the umbrellas. Our export cartons usually hold 60 pieces or about 30 kg, depending on the model. Multiply the cartons that fit by the pieces per carton to get the container quantity.
| Container | Approximate internal volume | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| LCL (less than container load) | A shared-container shipping service, not a container size | Smaller first orders |
| 20ft | about 33 cubic metres | Medium orders or a single range |
| 40ft | about 67 cubic metres | Large orders |
| 40ft HQ (high cube) | about 76 cubic metres | Full-range orders; our largest standard load |
Usable space is always lower than the internal volume because cartons cannot fill every gap. Ask us to confirm the carton dimensions and loading quantity for your models before you order.
Packing options and how they affect loading
| Packing option | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Carton pack | Umbrellas packed together in an export carton, usually 60 pcs or about 30 kg per carton | Distributors and wholesalers who repack or sell loose |
| Single-piece box pack | Each umbrella in its own box | Retail shelves, gifting and e-commerce |
| Master box packing | Smaller inner boxes packed inside a master carton | Retail chains and importers who split stock by store or SKU |
Single-piece box and master box packing take more space than carton pack, but arrive ready for retail.
Timeline from order to shipment
- Quotation and samples approved.
- Order confirmed with a proforma invoice and our standard 30% advance; terms can be discussed for larger and repeat orders.
- Production: about 25 days for a 40ft HQ container. Our capacity is about 1,000 dozen (12,000 pieces) a day.
- Balance paid before shipment.
- Container loaded and shipped from Nhava Sheva, Mumbai or Mundra, with a packing list.
Send your models, quantity, packing choice and destination port, and we will reply with a quotation. New to importing from India? Start with our guide to sourcing umbrellas from India.
Frequently asked questions
Do you quote FOB or CIF?
Both. Tell us your destination port and whether you have a freight forwarder, and we will quote the term that suits you.
How many umbrellas are in one export carton?
Usually 60 pieces, or about 30 kg, depending on the model.
Can I order less than a full container?
Yes. Export orders start at 500 pieces; ask us about shipping arrangements for smaller orders.
Can I mix models in one container?
Mixed assortments can be discussed for export orders.
Which ports do you ship from?
Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mumbai and Mundra (Gujarat), depending on the order and destination.
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