*Basically, LCL means you are booking some space in the container, per m3.
This option is cheaper, as you don’t have to pay for the whole space of the container. This is well-suited for items that are at the same time too big for standard international shipping, and too small to load a full container.
*The answer is no. It depends on the volume and the destination of the shipment. LCL is supposed to cheaper, because you only pay for the space you require.
Theoretically yes, but for instance if the total volume exceeds 15m3, then you should consider FCL.
Freight rates will be less expensive using LCL, but fixed charges are such that the total price would end up being higher than a FCL.