I. Delivery Time
- Depends on the origin, destination, and mode of transport (ocean/air/land).
- An estimated delivery time can be provided, with potential delays due to weather, customs clearance, or transshipment.
- Expedited options such as express air freight and priority customs clearance are available.
- Charges depend on cargo weight, volume, and destination. Cut-off times must be confirmed in advance; late orders may not qualify.
II. Freight Charges & Quotations
- Freight = Basic charge (based on actual weight or volumetric weight, whichever is greater) + surcharges (fuel, remote area fees, etc.).
- Example: 100kg cargo with 1CBM volume (1CBM = 167kg), charged as 167kg.
- Common reasons include:
• Actual weight/volume exceeded estimate
• Remote area surcharges
• Seasonal or congestion surcharges
• Destination port fees
III. Cargo Safety & Exceptions
- Supporting documents such as packing photos and invoices are required.
- If insured, compensation follows the insurer’s terms; otherwise, it is based on the carrier's liability limit or declared value.
- Recommended: 5-layer corrugated cartons, wooden crates, or palletized.
- Fragile, liquid, or chemical goods must be specially reinforced to meet international packaging standards (e.g., UN certification).
- Common causes: missing documents, HS code mismatch, sensitive goods.
- We assist with documentation, clarification letters, and coordination with local brokers.
IV. Additional FAQs
|
Container Type |
Internal Dimensions (m) |
Volume (CBM) |
Max Load (tons) |
|
20GP |
5.9 × 2.35 × 2.39 |
about 33 |
about 28 |
|
40GP |
12.03 × 2.35 × 2.39 |
about 67 |
about 28 |
|
40HC |
12.03 × 2.35 × 2.69 |
about 76 |
about 28 |
- Yes, certain UN-numbered hazardous goods can be handled.
- Documents required: MSDS (EN+CN), hazard label, UN packaging certificate. Packaging must meet IMDG (sea) or IATA (air) standards.
- For lithium batteries: MSDS (EN+CN), UN packaging cert, classification report, and UN38.3 test report.
- Most countries support DDU/DDP terms with last-mile delivery.
- Availability and cost depend on customs policy and delivery address.
- Yes, we offer agents or referrals in major countries.
- Some destinations support pre-declaration, and assistance with import licenses, certificates of origin (CO), and COC.
- We provide warehousing in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Dubai, Rotterdam, etc.
- Services include sorting, palletizing, repacking; suitable for B2B-to-B2C transitions and project-based inventory.
- Export documents must include:
• English product descriptions
• HS codes
• Consistency in quantity, unit price, and total
• Origin declaration (e.g., “Made in China”)
- Templates or verification services available.
-Typically include:
• High-tech equipment (e.g., optics, lasers)
• Chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food additives
• Battery-powered items
• Export-controlled or restricted goods
- Honest declarations are advised; we can offer compliance advice.
V. Bonded Zone “One-Day Tour” (Export-Import Loop)
A customs mechanism where goods are “exported” to a bonded area and then “re-imported” back into the domestic market on the same day. Although there is no actual cross-border movement, the process is legally recognized, enabling export tax rebates and deferred import duties.
Company A exports goods to a bonded zone and applies for a tax rebate. Company B imports the same goods from the zone, possibly enjoying tax deferral. The goods stay inside the bonded zone, and all customs procedures are completed within one day.
• Faster VAT rebate: Immediate rebate upon entry into the bonded zone.
• Lower logistics & tax costs: Replaces “Hong Kong tour,” saving time and money.
• Regulatory compliance: Enables legal export verification and import tax deduction.
• Supply chain efficiency: Ideal for urgent deliveries without international shipping delays.
• A supplier accelerates tax refund while the buyer delays tax payment.
• A factory cancels export orders and uses the bonded tour to re-import goods compliantly.
• Ensure real trade background and accurate customs declarations.
• Limited to operations involving bonded zones.
• Analyze cost-effectiveness based on clearance fees and tax benefits.