End-to-end freight solution from factory floors in China to US commercial warehouses, distribution centers, and Amazon FBA fulfillment hubs. Service includes origin export clearance, international ocean/air freight, US customs entry, and final-mile truck delivery. Built for importers requiring predictable transit schedules and transparent billing.
Service Scope
Origin Coverage: Guangdong, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Shandong, Fujian manufacturing hubs.
Destination Coverage: Commercial addresses, private warehouses, and Amazon FBA facilities across all 50 US states.
Incoterms Handled: DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), DDU/DAP, FOB, EXW.
Cargo Handled: Palletized goods, cartons, industrial machinery parts, textiles, and electronics.
Shipping Options
FCL (Full Container Load): 20GP, 40GP, 40HQ. Direct port-to-door or factory-to-door routing with minimal intermediate handling.
LCL (Less than Container Load): Consolidation for smaller shipments (minimum 1 CBM). Weekly sailings with controlled origin consolidation and US warehouse deconsolidation.
Air Freight: 3–5 day or 5–8 day airport-to-door services for urgent production runs or high-value components.
Cargo Requirements & Specifications
Packaging: 5-layer corrugated export cartons, ISPM 15 heat-treated wooden pallets, heavy-duty strapping.
Weight & Dimension Limits: Maximum single pallet height 85 inches for standard dry vans; heavy-weight container permits available for dense industrial goods.
Compliance Restrictions: Counterfeit goods prohibited; hazardous materials require verified MSDS; FDA/FCC-regulated items require pre-departure compliance verification.
Operational Process
Pickup & Loading: Factory pickup within 24 hours of cargo readiness; container loading supervised at origin.
Export Customs: Commercial invoice, packing list, and export declarations filed at Chinese ports (Ningbo, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Qingdao).
Main Transit: Ocean transit via tier-one carriers (COSCO, Evergreen, Maersk) or direct air carriers to US hubs (LAX, ORD, JFK).
US Customs Entry: ISF and formal entry filed with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) prior to vessel arrival.
Final Delivery: Deconsolidation at port-adjacent facilities and dispatch via 53-foot dry vans or box trucks with liftgate service.
Transit Time & Cost Factors
|
Service Type |
Route / Region |
Estimated Transit Time |
Primary Cost Drivers |
|
Ocean FCL |
China to US West Coast |
14-18 Days Port-to-Door |
Container type, peak season surcharges, fuel adjustments |
|
Ocean FCL |
China to US East Coast |
28-35 Days Port-to-Door |
Canal surcharges, rail/truck chassis availability |
|
Ocean LCL |
China to US Hubs |
+3-5 Days vs. FCL |
Chargeable CBM, warehouse handling fees |
|
Air Freight |
China to US Door |
5-8 Days Door-to-Door |
Gross weight vs. volumetric weight ratio |
Customs & Documentation
Shipper Documents: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading (B/L) or Air Waybill, Certificate of Origin.
US Importer Requirements: Continuous or Single Entry Customs Bond, Power of Attorney (POA), EIN/IRS corporate number.
Regulatory Defense: Proactive coordination for FDA, FCC, EPA, or CPSC clearance requirements to prevent port holds.
Operational Infrastructure & Quality Control
Hub Warehouses: 5,000+ square meters secure consolidation facilities near major Chinese ports featuring 24/7 CCTV monitoring and barcode scanning.
Loading Supervision: On-site operations team verifies piece count, volumetric measurements, and weight distribution inside containers to prevent transit shifting.
Digital Tracking: GPS-enabled container monitoring and milestone updates provided via client portal from origin warehouse to final US address.
FAQ
Q: How is chargeable weight calculated for LCL shipments?
A: Chargeable weight is the greater of gross weight (metric tons) or volumetric weight (Length x Width x Height in meters x 167 for air, or 1 CBM = 1,000 kg for ocean).
Q: Do you handle Amazon FBA strict appointment requirements?
A: Yes. US trucking partners utilize Carrier Central to secure exact delivery time slots, ensuring full compliance with Amazon pallet and drop-off guidelines.
Q: What happens if cargo is flagged for US Customs inspection?
A: We coordinate with Centralized Examination Stations (CES), manage X-ray or intensive exam processes, and provide real-time updates to minimize demurrage and detention fees.
Request a Quote
Provide shipment specifications-commodity type, total CBM, gross weight, origin factory zip code, and US destination zip code-to receive an all-inclusive freight quotation within 4 business hours.