Definitions #
The process of removing cargo from a shipping container, usually at a warehouse, terminal, or after delivery.
Technical The unloading of goods from a container, typically performed at a distribution center or customs inspection point, following receipt from the carrier.
Example Container stripping must be completed within 24 hours of truck arrival to avoid detention charges.
Etymology #
Container (from Latin continere) + stripping (from Old English strippan, to strip or remove), referring to the removal of contents.
Collocations #
- stripping charges 集装箱拆箱费用
- stripping plan 拆卸作业计划，安排卸载顺序
Real Business Examples #
- We outsourced container stripping to a bonded warehouse for faster customs clearance.
Register & Variants #
- Register: formal
- BrE/AmE: global
Synonyms & Antonyms #
- Synonyms: devanning, unstuffing
- Antonyms: container stuffing
Common Errors #
- Using 'stripping' when referring to unpacking palletized goods for delivery Stripping usually refers to emptying a full container, while 'unloading' is more general; use 'devanning' in formal documents.
Confusable Terms #
- container discharging vs Container Stripping
- Discharging is removing the container from the vessel, while stripping is removing goods from inside the container.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is responsible for container stripping??
Usually the consignee or their appointed warehouse, but the contract determines whether it's done at the destination terminal or a separate warehouse.
Can stripping occur before customs clearance??
Only under bond or with customs supervision, typical in bonded warehouses or for inspection.
Published: 2026-09-26 Category: Shipping