Battery cargo · Preparation
Shipping lithium battery products internationally: what to prepare
A checklist for product specifications, packaging information, documents and a route-specific carrier review.
Shipping guides
Practical planning guides for international freight from China. Product acceptance, customs requirements, rates and transit depend on the exact shipment and current rules. Confirm the route and scope in writing before dispatch.
Fragrance · Product review
Can perfume be shipped by air or ocean? Start with the product details
Learn why fragrance formulation, alcohol content, safety information and packaging matter when requesting a quote.
Freight quote · Worldwide
How to request a worldwide freight quote from China
The shipment details that help a forwarder assess a route, service options and next steps.
Mode selection · China to USA
Air Freight or Ocean Freight from China to the USA: How to Choose
Compare air and ocean freight from China to the United States by cargo profile, urgency, volume, service scope and customs preparation.
Ocean freight · LCL and FCL
LCL vs FCL Shipping from China to the USA: What Importers Should Compare
Understand less-than-container load and full-container load options for China–USA ocean freight, including cost components, handling and planning questions.
U.S. customs · Documents
China to USA Shipping Documents: A Practical Import Checklist
A practical checklist of shipment data and documents to prepare for U.S.-bound freight from China, with links to CBP resources.
Ocean freight · U.S. ISF
ISF 10+2 for China to USA Ocean Freight: Timing and Data Checklist
Understand when the U.S. Importer Security Filing applies to ocean cargo, who coordinates the data and what to prepare before vessel loading.
Freight quote · Landed cost
How to Estimate the Landed Cost of Goods Shipped from China to the USA
Build a realistic landed-cost worksheet for China–USA imports by separating freight, customs, delivery and shipment-specific charges.
Origin services · Consolidation
How to Consolidate Orders from Multiple China Suppliers before Shipping to the USA
Plan multi-supplier cargo consolidation in China with receiving instructions, carton tracking, inspection boundaries and shipment documentation.
Packing · Chargeable weight
Dimensional Weight and Packing: How to Avoid Surprises in International Freight Quotes
Learn why freight providers may rate by dimensional weight, how to measure packed cargo and what to confirm before booking China exports.
Trade terms · DAP and DDP
DAP vs DDP for China–USA Shipping: Who Handles Import Clearance and Costs?
Compare DAP and DDP responsibilities for China–USA shipments and questions importers should settle before accepting a door-delivery quote.
Sourcing · Yiwu and Shenzhen
Planning a Yiwu or Shenzhen Supplier Visit: A Buyer’s Checklist
Plan a productive sourcing visit to Yiwu International Trade City or Shenzhen electronics markets with clear product criteria, supplier questions and freight follow-up.
Special cargo · Compliance review
Shipping Restricted or Special Cargo from China: What to Disclose Before Booking
A pre-shipment disclosure checklist for batteries, perfume, lighters, aerosols, cosmetics, e-cigarettes, knives, dried flowers and other special cargo.