The maximum cargo weight that can be safely and legally loaded with a triaxle chassis is: 20' container - 44,000 lbs (19,958kg), 40' container - 44,500 lbs (20,185kg) - in most US areas.

North America standard pallets-USA, Measurement: 48 X 40 inch
20'Container: 10 Pallets
40' Container: 20 Pallets

When a merchandise exports from the United States to a foreign country is valued at $2,500 or more by Schedule B number, an AES filing is required for most of the merchandises. However, the origin of the goods, either domestic or foreign, is also considered.

An AES filing is often submitted by the U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI), which is typically the U.S. exporter. It can also be submitted by an authorized agent of the USPPI, such as a freight forwarder. Great Way can help you file AES.

Verified gross mass (VGM) is the total weight of a shipping container. For Less than Container Load (LCL) shippers, VGM must include the weight of the cargo, including the mass of pallets, dunnage, and other securing materials such as wires and cables. For Full Container Load (FCL), VGM must include the weight of the container and all of its contents. 

The Weight or Measurement Rule (w/m rule), in respect of ocean freight and inland transportation (LTL), W/M is the acronym for Weight or Measurement commonly used in international and domestic cargo transportation industries. For ocean freight: per metric ton (1,000 kilograms) or per cubic meter (35.3 cubic feet) whichever is greater.

Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Export POA (for new customers)

Shipper & consignee's company name, address, contact person's full name, contact number, and email address.

Inland drayage/trucking

Export customs clearance

Palletizing and Wrapping

Storage

Loading

Insurance

International export