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“China Shipping Guide
Shipping is the largest shipping method for international import and export business. Competitive prices and a variety of options make ocean shipping the first choice for global trade. When it comes to shipping from China, businesses need experienced freight forwarders like our team at TJ China freight who are familiar with shipping for companies of all sizes and to many countries. As a freight forwarder in China, we hope that you will benefit from the knowledge and experience shared in this article.
Shipping from China: The Process of International Logistics

International logistics involves planning and managing the flow of goods in a company’s supply chain from procurement to customer purchase. Part of the process involves crossing at least one international border.
The following figure is a graphical representation of the whole process: NO-1 (insert picture)
trade term
Incoterms – a term for general terms of trade. There are four Incoterms when applied to purchasing goods from China. Each incoterms is assigned a code that relates to how far the supplier ships the goods.
The codes for these Incoterms are as follows:
EXW – Shipping to Factory/Manufacturer
FOB – Shipping to ports near China
CIF – Shipping to a port near your country
DAP/DDU – Transfer to your location code can be further divided into two categories:
EXW/FOB Category – Buyers can use your own freight forwarder and contact them directly for payment.
Other categories – Buyers use their own shipping company, which is subsidized by your company.
FCL or LCL by sea to China

You must choose between Full Container Load (FCL) or Less than Container Load (LCL) – LCL before completing the procedure for shipping to China. FCL will allow you to use only one container to store your cargo without sharing it. This is especially true if the cargo volume allows you to fill a 20-foot container or a 40-foot container, as each container can hold 10 or 21 standard US pallets, respectively. Standard US pallets are 47.24″” long x 39.37″” wide.
This way, you will make more use of your shipping costs as full container shipping starts to be more profitable when you are more than half full; moreover, if you want to avoid any damage or damage if you share the container with other traders or contamination, you will also benefit from a full case load.
In other cases, “”LCL”” — sharing a container — allows you to save on shipping costs in case you don’t need enough volume to fill a container, or you’re not concerned about the risks associated with sharing containers. This approach involves sharing the container with other cargo belonging to other traders, but you only pay for the space your cargo uses, saving you significantly on shipping costs.
In order to determine which shipment type is best for your business, you need to consider the packaging your shipment will require in transit, and if you choose LCL, is it better for your shipment to use a courier or decide if you can use the whole package? box. Major Ports Each port charges differently for FCL and LCL containers. The distribution of Chinese ports is as follows:

SHANGHAI – This major city is the most economically developed. From where it stands, it serves the inland provinces through river ports along the waterways that extend from it.
Shenzhen – This port has access to Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta, making it another important port in southern China.
Ningbo-Zhousan – This port serves both Ningbo, which has good links with central and western China, and Zhejiang, a wealthy manufacturing region.
HONG KONG – Hong Kong has rapidly expanded into a “”Far East International Shipping Services Hub””, with 340 weekly container liner services connecting around 470 destinations around the world.
Guangzhou – Historically an important trade center in China, the port is striving to become an international freight hub on the Maritime Silk Road. It is a port of choice for importers, exporters, 3PLs and ocean carriers with reduced port and berthing fees.
Qingdao – the most important port in northern China. It is adjacent to the Bohai Bay area it serves.
TIANJIN – The port’s capacity is second only to Qingdao Port in North China. The port’s container handling business is developing more domestic and international routes.
Xiamen – The port is located at the mouth of the Jiulong River, with more than 68 shipping routes, reaching more than 50 countries including Taiwan, Kaohsiung, etc.

Dalian – Located in the northernmost ice-free port in China, the port is the largest port in Northeast China, serving seaports in East Asia, North Asia and the Pacific coast.
Is ocean shipping always the cheapest option?
Which shipping method is suitable and choosing the right service often creates a lot of questions for customers.
Your package is equal to 1 cubic meter or even less? Would you like to know which shipping service is the most cost-effective option for your shipment?

In this case, it is important to note that the minimum weight/volume charged for LCL shipments is 1 cubic meter or 1 ton.
Many people tend to think that sea freight is always cheaper than air freight. But in practice, express freight tends to offer a more competitive solution for the smallest quantities.
In general, billable air shipments weighing less than 100kg are recommended, sometimes even 200kg for some destinations.
Sea packing
When choosing packaging materials, it is important to double-check the types of packaging available. You need to be aware of import restrictions, such as quarantine requirements in the destination country.
When you package your product for export, you need to consider the following factors:
damaged
weight
moisture and theft

How the product is packaged depends on the destination and shipping method. Your packaging needs to be designed in a way that it can withstand pressure and repeated handling. When packing by air, lighter packing materials must be used. Regular boxes with no logo or brand name must be used to avoid theft.
in conclusion
I hope I can clear the shipping issue from China. Please feel free to contact us and we will deal with it as soon as possible.”

“China Air Freight Guide
TJ Chinafreight provides air freight services from China to any other country and vice versa. Taking air freight to Europe as an example, the air freight delivery delay can be up to 7 days, which is faster than the usual 35/40 days for sea freight.

Air freight is available for products ranging from the most fragile to the heaviest.
Aviation regulations are very strict, which is why we go all out to check your requirements perfectly. After an accurate analysis of your needs, our team will provide you with a freight service that exactly matches your expectations, needs and the nature of your cargo.
Air Cargo Type
According to the nature of the goods can be divided into
Total cost
special cargo
1. Total Charges
For example, electronics, jewelry, medicines, watches, etc. are all of high value. The electronics industry accounts for approximately 40% of the value of the entire international air cargo industry.
They need to be shipped in very good condition. The cost of air freight is higher than that of sea freight, but compared to the value of the product, it is meaningless.
2. Special goods
Including live animals, hazardous materials, or items requiring temperature control. For example, some chemicals are dangerous goods, and seafood needs to be refrigerated and frozen during the whole cold chain transportation.

Perishable or dangerous goods are subject to different regulations than general cargo. They go through various inspections and have to meet many requirements, and not every airline can accept these items.
Make sure you detail the special shipment you are shipping. Because omission of any details may result in fines/additional charges and refusal to ship.
Most of the special goods can be classified as general goods after being tested by authoritative institutions. And a report – Identification and Classification of Cargo Carriage by Air – should be presented to the carrier prior to loading.
2.1 Powder
2.2 Chemicals
2.3 With oil or liquid
2.4 With battery
2.5 With magnet (magnet test required)
2.5.1 Audio Accessories and Equipment
2.5.2 With motor
Due to specific airline country laws and regulations, other restrictions will apply.
Note that most airlines say “”no”” to the following product names or descriptions: Lithium Battery Toys, Scooters, Hoverboards, Power Supplies, Power Banks, Airbags, Electronic Boards, Electronic Boards.
How to understand quotes and calculate prices?
Air freight prices can be calculated using two different methods. The first is: the cost per kilo is multiplied by the weight of the cargo.

Still, since Airbus or Boeing have limited load space, weight is not the only parameter to consider. For low-density shipments (i.e. low weight, high volume), you will be invoiced by volume rather than weight.
This is called “”volume weight””. Calculating it is very simple:
Dimensional Weight (Average Shipping) = Volume (CBM) x 167
How to calculate the billable weight of air cargo?
For air cargo weight, we use the higher of the actual weight (measured using a common weighing scale) or the dimensional weight calculated as shown below
Pack your items
Air freight companies know that most of the items they ship are urgent, high-value, time-sensitive or perishable and therefore require special care when packing. Some questions are-
Perishable items must be packaged for (at least) 24 hours without spoiling: Styrofoam boxes require outer packaging.
Anything longer or wider than 213cm will need special packaging to avoid bending – test it when you pick it up to make sure it doesn’t sag. Maximize the protection of the long end, where it is handled.
Check with your air freight service for the recommended maximum weights for each size corrugated fiberboard box (always use double-layer cartons). Wooden boxes are more popular than fiberboard.
Fill any gaps in the box with “”dunnage”” (excess paper, cardboard, packing material) or loose padding to avoid load movement and damage.
To prevent theft, use measures that may include a cargo bag wrapping your shipment, disposable strapping seals, opaque stretch wrap, and/or tamper-evident tape.
Top 10 International Airports in China
In international air transport, each airport has a standard abbreviation developed by IATA. The airport abbreviation consists of three capital letters for easy identification.
PEK – Beijing Capital International Airport
HKG – Hongkong International Airport
CAN – Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CA/QR/TK/EY/MS/NH to Middle East and Africa)
PVG – Shanghai Pudong International Airport
SHA – Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
CTU – Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
SZX – Shenzhen Baoan International Airport (CA/HU/CZ/MU to Europe and North America)
KMG – Kunming Changshui International Airport
XIY – Xi’an Xianyang International Airport
HGH – Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport
in conclusion

China needs special attention when you have items to import within its borders. It is very meticulous to make sure that you have all the required documents ready to avoid all issues related to China Customs.
So please contact us regarding all your shipments and we will verify that all the required conditions are met, that the documents are well made, that you have all the required import licenses etc. We are experts in the field and we will handle your paperwork for safe shipping without any problems.”

“CNF GUIDE
What is CNF?
If you put the three letters CNF together, in terms of shipping, the acronym stands for “”Cost Net Freight””. This is a shipping agreement where the seller pays to ship the item to the port closest to the buyer, excluding insurance. Therefore, the buyer must pay the insurance premium from the origin to the final destination. If you see CIF, it is similar to CNF but requires the seller to purchase insurance to ship the item to the port of destination. CNF is also known as C&F and CFR. All terms have the same meaning.

Responsibilities of Buyers and Sellers in CNF Incoterm
1. In CNF (Cost Plus Freight) shipping, what is the main responsibility of the seller?
Below is a list of Seller’s mutual responsibilities under the CNG Agreement.
Goods invoices and documents
An invoice is a commercial document that includes all charges and details for the account of the goods being shipped.
It can contain information about payment terms and methods. It is the seller’s responsibility to prepare the goods invoice and all other necessary documents in accordance with the terms of the CNF
Packaging and Marking
Goods are packed and marked prior to shipment to ensure their safety and protection. In CNF (Cost and Shipping), the seller is responsible for packaging and labeling the product before shipping.
Go through customs formalities
In CNF, the seller is also responsible for handling all customs formalities before shipping the goods. International shipments require clearance of all customs formalities.
Delivery and Pre-shipment

Pre-shipment is the inland transport of goods before the container is loaded or moved to a port or terminal. In CNF, the seller is responsible for delivery and pre-shipment activation, and the seller is also responsible for all delivery and pre-shipment fees or charges.
loading fee
Loading charges refer to the cost of loading a container onto an ocean-going vessel to deliver the goods. In CNF, the seller is responsible for paying the loading fee.
Delivery in port
port delivery

The seller’s ultimate activity is to deliver the goods to the port closest to the buyer. The seller’s responsibility ends here, the buyer is responsible for the activities that follow, such as transporting the goods from the port to the buyer’s location.
2. In CNF (Cost and Shipping) transportation, what is the buyer’s main responsibility?
The following are the buyer’s responsibilities in the CNF Conditions of Carriage.
Payment for goods
The buyer needs to pay for the goods received. All payments are due and payments are due in accordance with pre-determined terms and conditions.
cash on delivery
unloading and front car
According to CNF, once the seller has shipped the goods to the nearest port, the buyer needs to start unloading and forwarding the shipment from that point.
How to calculate CNF price in export?
Unfortunately, there is no stable formula for calculating export prices.
Prices may vary by different sellers, shipping agents, freight forwarders and their quotes.
As a buyer, you must keep in mind that the initial CNF price will be lower than the final price due to additional customs and delivery charges in your country.
Frequently Asked Questions about CNF
What is the difference between CNF and CIF?
If the seller/supplier of the goods organizes insurance during transportation, the term is CIF (Cost Insurance and Freight). The supplier assumes the risk and is responsible for arranging and paying for the insurance. For CNFs, the purchaser of the product is responsible for organizing and paying for insurance during shipping.
CNF vs FOB?
Free On Board (FOB) means that the seller delivers the goods on the ship designated by the buyer. The risk of damage and loss of the goods passes to the buyer once the product is loaded onto the ship. Therefore, the buyer is responsible for the insurance of the goods.
Is CNF relevant to all forms of transport?

CNF and three other Incoterms (FOB, CIF and FAS) relate to goods transported by sea or inland waterways. Another seven Incoterms rules cover any mode of transport.
Who chooses the freight forwarder of CNF Shipping?
Since sellers are responsible for 90% of the shipping process, they naturally choose to use a forwarder.
As a buyer, you can also hire a freight forwarder to help you receive and clear your goods at the port of destination.
The agent can also organize the transportation of goods from the origin port to the destination country gate or warehouse.
A good freight forwarder will also help you with the customs clearance process.
When choosing these agents, choose an agent with a good reputation and experience in the industry. tj-chinafreight is a good choice, they have a professional team, please contact us.”

“DDU GUIDE
What is Delivery Duty Paid (DDU Incoterm)?
DDU Incoterm is the abbreviation of “”Delivered duty unpaid””, which is an international trade term (incoterm), which means that the seller will deliver the goods for import immediately after the goods arrive at the agreed place in the destination country.
Seller’s Obligations in DDU Shipping
As I said, DDU shipping has a huge impact on the seller’s liability.

these are:
1. Provide goods according to the contract
The seller must provide a soft copy of the goods and a commercial invoice or equivalent in accordance with the contact terms.
He/she should also provide any other documents the contract may require to determine whether the goods conform to the contract.
2. Licenses and Permits
Seller must bear the risk and expense of obtaining rights licenses and other export documents.
He/she must also carry out all customs formalities required for the export of goods and transit through countries that require customs formalities.
3. Transportation
The seller must bear all risks and expenses of transporting the goods from the country of origin to the named destination.
If the buyer does not give a designated place, the seller is free to choose a suitable destination for delivery of the goods.
4. Delivery of goods
The seller must deliver the goods to the buyer or other person designated by the buyer at the selected location on the agreed date.
Please note that the seller still assumes all delivery risk.
5. Risk transfer
Unless otherwise stated, the seller must bear the risk of loss of or damage to the goods until the named point of delivery.

6. Cost division
The seller must bear all costs incurred for delivery at the agreed place and time, as well as customs charges before delivery at the designated place.
7. Notify buyers
The seller must give sufficient notice to the buyer of the goods.
He/she must also inform the buyer of any other information related to the delivery of the goods.
8. Proof of Delivery and Shipping Documents
The seller must provide the buyer with the bill of lading and required shipping documents at its own expense.
and any other relevant documents required to receive the goods upon delivery.
These other documents include;
negotiable bill of lading
non-negotiable sea waybill
air waybill
railway bill
road order
Please note:
If the parties agree to provide documents electronically, all of the above shall be replaced by their respective EDIs.
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) also applies in this case.
9. Inspection, packing, marking
The seller must bear all costs of checking the quality and quantity of the goods, as they shall comply with the terms of the sales contract.
The seller must also provide the correct packaging of the goods at its own expense.
Please note, however, that some items may be delivered unpackaged according to industry practice.
If this is the case, the seller may waive this obligation.
other obligations

The seller can assist the buyer in obtaining any orders required for import clearance in the country of destination.
Seller must obtain and provide Buyer all relevant shipping documents at Seller’s expense and risk.
In the case of insurance, the seller must provide all documents required to obtain coverage.
Alternatively, it may be transmitted electronically if the buyer agrees.
Well, that’s about the seller’s obligations in DDU shipping.
Buyer’s Obligations in DDU Shipping
1. Pay the purchase price
The buyer must pay the agreed DDU payment in accordance with the contract.
2. Licenses and Permits
Buyer must obtain any import licenses and any other licenses required for customs clearance at its own risk and expense.
He/she should also handle all necessary customs formalities in the importing country.
3. Receipt
Once the seller has delivered the goods at the agreed place, the buyer must receive the goods.
He/she can receive the goods in person or designate someone else to do it.
The latter must be stated in the contract.
4. Risk transfer
After the goods have been delivered at the designated place, the buyer must bear all risks of damage or loss of the goods.
Please note that it is the buyer’s responsibility to notify the seller of the appropriate place and time of delivery.
Failure to do so will cause the buyer to assume all shipping risks and liabilities from the date of agreed delivery or expiration of the delivery period.
Furthermore, if the buyer does not obtain the necessary documents, he/she shall bear the consequences that follow.
5. Cost division
Buyer must pay all charges incurred from the date of delivery of the goods to the named destination.
He/she shall also bear all costs of customs clearance in the importing country and other costs related to the goods from the date of delivery.
6. Notify the seller
Buyer reserves the right to determine a suitable delivery time and place.
This is because DDU requires the buyer to give sufficient notice to the seller within the agreed period.
7. Proof of Delivery and Shipping Documents
The buyer must receive all shipping documents provided by the seller as long as they comply with the contract of sale.
And, if agreeing to use electronic transmission to provide the documents, the buyer is ready to receive them.
8. Cargo Inspection
If the buyer organizes any pre-shipment inspections, he/she must pay all fees.
However, the buyer is not obliged to bear any costs associated with inspections prescribed by the authorities of the exporting country.
other obligations
Like the seller, the buyer in a DDU contract must pay all costs incurred in obtaining import documents.
He/she must also reimburse the seller for assisting in obtaining the above documents.
Compare DDU vs DDP shipping. what’s the difference?
First, let’s define two Incoterms.
DDU – Unpaid Delivery Tax
Seller is responsible for all charges other than any unloading charges, import duties and/or duties levied by customs upon arrival of the goods. These fees must be paid by the recipient before they can be released and delivered.
It may be cheaper for suppliers to ship using DDU, but if they don’t make it clear that they will pay certain fees when the goods arrive, they risk angering customers. For example, if the customer refuses to pay the fee, the supplier will have to pay extra for the goods returned from customs.
Please note that the DDU shipping terms are the old incoterm and have been replaced by DAP (Delivered On Site) in the 2020 listing.
DDP – Delivery Duty Paid (Designated Destination)
Seller pays all costs involved in shipping the goods to Buyer, including import duties and taxes. Seller is not responsible for unloading. This clause places the greatest obligation on the seller and the least on the buyer.
As you can imagine, DDP fees are higher because they include all shipping, customs clearance, and freight at the port of load and destination, especially duties and taxes that are prepaid to the logistics provider and not included. DDU.
The benefit of DDP shipping is that buyers will know that they will not owe any additional customs charges when the goods arrive, so it is a more streamlined delivery method that is less likely to cause any confusion or dissatisfaction.”

“A Beginner’s Guide to Delivery Duty Paid (DDP)
Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) is a method of delivery where the seller assumes all shipping risks and costs until the goods reach their destination. Buyers can benefit from this system as they take on less risk, liability and costs. For sellers, DDP must be handled with care as it can quickly reduce profits. The only thing the seller does not do under the DDP arrangement is to unload the goods at the destination. Once the goods reach the buyer’s destination, they are responsible for the item. Delivery Duty Paid is a shipping system based on International Commercial Terms (Incoterms) for international shipping. This is an official method developed and endorsed by the International Chamber of Commerce, the body that regulates international shipping.

Seller’s Responsibilities
cargo handling
The DDP does include loading and unloading procedures, which are usually carried out by the seller – meaning the responsibility for the entire lawsuit rests with him.
Initial stage: load the cargo and deliver it to the port
Phase 2: Unload and prepare for shipment procedures
Stage 3: Shipping the Goods
Shipping and Delivery Conditions
According to Incoterm DDP, the seller is responsible for delivering the goods to the destination agreed upon by the contracting parties. Again, the seller pays shipping on DDP terms. Transportation-related activities involved in the process may include road transportation, ocean transportation, and transportation to designated locations.

cost
According to DDP incoterms, DDP fees are borne by the seller and include packaging and loading costs, shipping and delivery costs, freight forwarding fees, dock and loading fees to port, insurance and customs fees, and customs clearance fees (including import and export).
insurance
This is how DDP insurance works, the seller has no obligation to the buyer to insure the goods, but he/she must insure the goods as part of the customs clearance process.
Customs and customs clearance
In DDP export, the seller needs to pay customs duties and go through customs clearance procedures. He/she is not only responsible for the export customs formalities, but also has to be the import recorder, i.e. pay all duties and taxes of the destination country.
document
The seller provides the buyer with the following documents:
Bill of lading
commercial invoice
Certificate of Insurance
packing list
export permit
risk transfer
Passing of risk in DDP means that the seller assumes all risk and responsibility for the goods up to the point of delivery.

Notice
Seller must notify Buyer of any shipping and delivery terms during shipment.
Buyer’s responsibility
cargo handling
After the seller has delivered the goods, the buyer must unload the goods. If the agreed place of delivery is the buyer’s port, the responsibility for loading and unloading of the goods rests with the buyer.
Shipping and Delivery Conditions
Typically, in DDP incoterm – the buyer is not involved in shipping and delivery related activities. But if the named place is a port in the buyer’s country, then the buyer must load the goods and bear the cost of transportation from the port to the warehouse.
cost
Buyer is not required to pay DDP fees as all documentation is provided by seller. The only costs borne by the buyer are those after the seller has completed the delivery.
insurance
DDP does include insurance but as the goods are delivered at his/her place there is no risk to the buyer.
Customs and customs clearance
Buyer is not responsible for customs as import customs will also be enforced by seller. However, in some cases, the import clearance process is risky, so the process may be performed by a buyer who is more aware of local requirements and practices (such as GST and VAT).
document
The seller provides the buyer with the proof of documents, so there is basically no obligation to the buyer in terms of DDP documents. However, in critical situations, the seller may require the buyer to assist in the import procedures.
risk transfer
Once the goods are delivered by the seller, i.e. from port to door, the buyer must bear all risks and liabilities for the goods.
Notice
If the parties agree that the place of delivery is to be determined by the buyer, it is the buyer’s responsibility to notify the seller accordingly. In addition, the buyer must give the seller sufficient notice of time and delivery terms and destination. This procedure can be mentioned in the contract and can proceed accordingly.
Comparison of DDP and DAP
DAP (Delivered At Point) is different from DDP. Under DAP, the buyer is responsible for customs clearance, duties and taxes. Under the DPP, the seller is obliged to clear the goods and pay import duties and taxes. DAP is more suitable for cases where customs clearance at the border or customs is not required during the import process.
Notes for importers and exporters
DDP shipping agreements are more beneficial for buyers who know little about shipping and want a hassle-free experience. Experienced sellers can also benefit from this system because they have full control over costs, including factors that maximize profits.
Importers/buyers with more experience are more likely to avoid this type of shipping agreement as they are more likely to have a more cost-effective way to import their goods. These companies will have a network of responsible agents who can handle buyer needs.
In general, we do not recommend using DDP by the sea. However, DDP shipping from China is more common and meaningful for air express or package shipping. If you need DDP service shipped from China, please feel free to contact us.”

“What is CIF: The Definitive Guide
What is CIF?
CIF, or Cost, Insurance, Freight, is an Incoterm that describes a contract in which the seller is responsible for covering transportation to the port of origin, primary transportation, and minimum insurance.

What are the responsibilities of the buyer and seller of a CIF agreement?
Let’s explore the personal responsibilities of sellers and buyers when agreeing to sell under the CIF incoterm.
Seller’s responsibility
When sellers use CIF as their shipping Incoterms, they agree to take full responsibility for exporting and shipping the goods until they arrive on board. Once the goods are safely loaded onto the ship, the buyer takes over responsibility for the shipment and assumes responsibility for importing and shipping the product to its final destination.

The seller’s responsibilities go well beyond ensuring that the goods are placed on the container ship. Their full responsibilities include:
Export Packing: Make sure the goods are adequately packed and ready for export. In some cases, exporting countries require specific markings on their products or packaging. This party is responsible for ensuring that the goods can be properly exported.
Loading Charges: Any charges associated with loading the goods from the seller’s warehouse to the first carrier.
Shipping to Port/Location: All shipping costs associated with shipping the goods from the seller’s warehouse to the port.

Export duties, taxes and customs clearance: Any customs charges associated with exporting goods. In the event of customs inspections and additional charges, the responsibility rests with that party.
Origin Station Charges: These are the handling charges at the port of loading.
Loading on Carriage: Costs associated with loading cargo onto a ship.
Shipping Charges: Shipping charges to transport the goods from the port of loading to the port of destination.
Insurance: According to CIF Incoterms, it is the seller’s responsibility to purchase an insurance policy for the goods up to the port of destination.
Buyer’s responsibility
As soon as the goods are loaded onto the ship, the seller transfers the goods and all risk to the buyer. When the buyer controls the goods, their responsibilities are as follows:
Destination Terminal Charges: Also known as Destination Handling Charges or DTHC, these are charges associated with unloading and transshipping cargo within a terminal.
Delivery Destination: Organize logistics to transport the goods from the port to the final delivery destination.
Destination Unloading: Any charges associated with unloading the truck after the shipment has reached the delivery destination.
Import duties, taxes and customs clearance: All import requirements, including customs clearance, duties and taxes. If there is a problem with customs inspection or importation, this party is responsible for correcting the problem.

Significance of choosing a CIF
Under CIF, the buyer takes ownership of the goods only at the port of destination. The seller is responsible for cost and shipping, and the transfer of title takes place at the port of destination. This is usually subject to a third person, usually a customs agent whose consignee is listed on the bill of lading.
This means that the agent, not the buyer, has the legal right to claim against the goods. The agent will then ask the buyer to pay for the destination, including customs clearance, taxes, etc.
Many novice buyers find this option particularly advantageous because they are relatively not responsible for the goods – logistically and financially. Also, Chinese suppliers often offer lower prices if buyers agree to CIF Incoterms.

Why are you so obsessed with CIF?
As you can imagine, there is a problem with choosing a CIF. This is a pretty bad practice for imports from China. Here are some features of CIF incoterm:
Prices for purchasing items under CIF are very low and competitive – often much lower than under FOB incoterms.
You usually don’t know about item management as this is handled by the seller.
You are also often unaware that the consignee on the bill of lading is listed as the clearing agent (at destination), not yourself. (This applies to MBL or Carrier B/L)
After the goods arrive at the port of destination, certain decisions made by the agent may result in you having to pay five times the actual required fee. In addition to the arrival fee that every importer should pay above, you run the risk of ending up having to pay more. These include handling fees, exit fees, entry fees, etc. – basically the agent’s concept of “”owning”” to drive up prices, or unexpected surcharges on standard fees such as terminal fees.
Plus, having control over merchandise means they have better control over time. This means they may be in their favor – waiting for your item to arrive before notifying you. This will incur additional charges because you do not have enough time to schedule the delivery. This results in delays and additional charges that you must pay and settle before picking up your shipment.
How do you calculate CIF fees?
To calculate the CIF fee, you need to use the following formula;
Invoice of goods + insurance + freight + ex-factory fee.
In other words, the CIF cost is the sum of all the elements above.
Ideally, the goods invoice refers to the value of the item listed on the commercial invoice.
Insurance is the value charged by the respective insurance company for a specific product you ship.
In many cases, the cost of insurance is usually based on a percentage of the consignment value.
Shipping is the amount you pay the shipper to transport the goods from the port of origin to the port of destination.
Factory charges are the cost of shipping the product from the seller’s premises to a specific location.
Essentially, when calculating this cost, you have to make sure you get it right, as the duty payable is tied to value.
in conclusion
Whether you choose CIF, FOB or any other Incoterm, a better option to go through the import process is to hire the services of a competent freight forwarder.
These agents will complete the rigorous customs clearance process on your behalf.
They deliver goods to your door at affordable rates.
The freight forwarder will only invoice you after the goods have been delivered to you.
The invoice contains a list of all customs, taxes and port duties.
I highly recommend that you consider tj-chinafreight at least for your first few overseas purchases.
Freight forwarders are relatively affordable considering the hassle of customs clearance you will go through if you decide to do everything yourself.
Now it is your turn…”

“What is FOB Shipping: A Simple Guide
What does FOB mean?
FOB is the abbreviation of Free On Board, which means that when the goods are ready for delivery at the supplier’s shipping terminal, it is the responsibility of the importer, who then insures and packs the goods and incurs shipping costs until it reaches the port. The importer, as the importer, assumes all risks of loss of the goods or any damage that may occur to the goods.
How the FOB process works

The seller is required to prepare the goods, final invoice, export formalities and documents, but the goods are in the ship at the designated port and date designated by the buyer and bear all costs and risks until the goods are loaded on the designated port. The buyer must be fully informed of the place and time of delivery of the goods and bear the cost of pre-check shipping.
In fact, the buyer shall bear all import-related formalities and costs from the date the goods are on board, and bear all the risks of the goods from the date of boarding and the contract to transport the goods from the designated port, and bear the responsibility for delays in transportation. adaptations and risks posed by the cargo. Pay for all customs clearance.
Seller’s obligations under FOB Incoterm
The seller performs all its obligations until the goods are loaded on board at the port of loading. Sellers must pass various obligations, including:
export packing
loading fee
Ship to port
Export duties, taxes and customs clearance
loading

Buyer’s obligations under FOB Incoterm
It is the buyer’s responsibility to take care of the goods when they are loaded on board. This means that the buyer must bear all costs and risk of loss after the goods are shipped. Buyer must comply with the following obligations:
International Shipping Fees
destination terminal fee
delivery to destination
unloading at destination
Import duties, taxes and customs clearance
Why FOB is important:
FOB incoterm determines the point at which the risk of damage or loss passes from the seller to the buyer.
Incoterms are essential for parties engaged in international trade, especially for contracts involving vulnerable or easily stolen items.
Our example demonstrates the concept of FOB destination, as it is the standard and most popular FOB term.
However, other agreements such as FOB origin also apply.
This is where the buyer takes responsibility and ownership of the goods at the time and place where they came from.
For example, the Chinese factory in our case.
Buyers can choose FOB origin when they know they can get a better contract in shipping than suppliers.
However, it must be noted that the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) generally assumes that the terms of trade agreements are FOB origin.

That is, when there is no unique FOB language in the purchase contract.
Applying FOB shipping terms means that liability, risk and costs are shared equally between the seller and buyer of the goods.
FOB incoterm makes the seller responsible for all charges associated with your goods until they are loaded onto the carrier at their port of origin.
For example, FOB Shanghai would indicate that the seller assumes all responsibility for the goods until they are loaded onto the ship in Shanghai.
Then, after this, the responsibility will pass to you as the buyer.
FOB terms often include a phrase referring to a port.
The referenced port is the terminal from which the supplier will ship the goods.
For example, if your seller offers “”FOB Shanghai”” terms, then your responsibility for shipping costs begins in Shanghai to your final destination.
However, it should be noted that the port of origin must not be the port closest to the supplier’s location.
This is because fees and export licenses may vary from port to port.
The cost varies from one port to another, which are more expensive compared to other ports.
What does CIF mean?
incoterm CIF (CIF) refers to the price of the goods, plus insurance, and shipping costs. In Incoterms, title to the goods passes from the time of shipment to the buyer.
This means that the person who will deliver the goods will bear all costs of the goods, insurance and shipping until the goods are ready for delivery at the importer’s port.
The seller is obliged to enter into a contract for the carriage and insurance of the goods and to choose the vessel on which it will be transported, in which case the seller is not an agent here, but the seller does so itself in the execution of the contract of sale.
What is the difference between FOB and CIF
The main difference between them is the point in time when responsibility and responsibility is transferred from the seller to the buyer. This occurs in a FOB shipment when the cargo passes over the ship’s rail at the agreed port of loading. In a CIF agreement, the seller pays all costs and is liable until the goods arrive at the port of destination chosen by the buyer.
As a buyer, when should you choose FOB over CIF?
If you have experience in importing goods, you can choose FOB. But new buyers have very little experience and knowledge of the transaction, and they may end up with issues that could result in them being penalized and charged.
As a buyer, when should you choose CIF over FOB?
Some importers also use CIF to import a small amount of products because the cost of insuring the goods is higher than what the seller charges. Unlike FOB, you don’t have to worry about dealing with claims, risks or shipping costs when importing. This method is also best for new importers with little knowledge of the trade.
in conclusion
The use of FOB shipping terms may seem complicated, but I recommend it to avoid cultural differences and language barriers.
That is, creating hassle and legal issues when it comes to taking title and paying for shipping costs for international shipping.
Also, I know that choosing the correct Incoterms when importing from China can be a daunting task.
That’s why tj-chinafreight. is here for you.
We will help you choose the best Incoterms when importing from China.
Contact us today and we will make your shipping from China simple and easy.”

“EXW Incoterms Shipping from China: The Complete Guide
What is EXW?
EXW is an Incoterm that describes when the seller provides the product at a specified location and the buyer of the product must bear the shipping costs.
What are the responsibilities of the buyer and seller of an EXW agreement?
Below, we will discuss the responsibilities of buyers and sellers under the EXW Agreement.
Seller’s responsibility

According to EXW Incoterms, the seller’s liability is very low. Essentially, their only requirement is to ensure that the goods are packaged for export and that they can be collected from their location. For most shipments, this means that the product is already packed in export cartons. When the goods are ready, they must be in an area where the buyer can pick it up from the seller.
These are the sole responsibility of the seller.
Buyer’s responsibility

The buyer assumes all risk and responsibility after picking up the goods from the seller. These responsibilities include:
Loading Charges: Loading the goods at the pick-up location so that the goods can be transported to the port for export.
Ship to Port/Location: Ship the goods to the port of origin to begin the export process.
Export Duties, Taxes, and Clearance: All export documents, and pay duties on any exported goods. Buyers have to rely on their own way of exporting.

Origin Terminal Fees: Buyer is responsible for paying all fees at the terminal.
Loading on Carriage: Responsibilities associated with loading cargo into the carriage.
Shipping Charges: All shipping costs associated with shipping goods from one port to another.
Insurance: While not required, insure your shipment against damage, theft or loss.
Destination Terminal Charges: All charges related to charges charged by destination ports and terminals. When the cargo arrives at the port of destination, the terminal charges a fee to unload the cargo from the ship and transfer it throughout the port.
Shipping to Destination: The cost associated with shipping the goods from the port of destination to the final destination.
Unloading at Destination: Charges associated with unloading the cargo from the final carrier after the cargo has reached its destination.
Import duties, taxes and customs clearance: All duties and taxes associated with importing goods into the country of destination.
Advantages and disadvantages of EXW
In Ex Works, importers are responsible for all risks and costs from the time the goods are delivered to them.
Therefore, diligent and comprehensive planning is necessary.
EXW can be complicated and tricky for buyers shipping from China.
This is because they still require authorization or communication from suppliers to clear goods through customs.

Alternatively, provide the documentation to the shipping partner during shipping.
For sellers with little knowledge of logistics and overseas shipping in China, shipping on ex-factory terms may be the best option.
Consider that the seller’s sole responsibility is to ensure that the goods are properly packaged for delivery to the buyer’s disposal.
The impact on suppliers is minimal.
But regardless of risk reduction, EXW terms may not be the most economical option for sellers.
When you decide to use EXW Incoterm alone as a supplier, buyers may choose another seller that is more attractive and easier to deal with.
EXW Agreement FAQ
How is EXWorks pricing calculated?
Shipping via EXWorks requires the buyer to bear all shipping costs, including pickup from the factory, inland shipping, exporting, importing, and shipping to final destination. To calculate the cost of this type of transportation, each segment of the journey must be considered. If you ship from China, Guided Imports can provide a detailed quote for your unique shipment.
What is the difference between EXW and FOB?
In EXW shipments, the buyer is responsible for all shipping costs and must pick up the goods from the seller. In a FOB shipment, the seller is responsible for exporting and paying for loading the goods onto the ship. Once the goods are loaded, all transportation costs after the goods are loaded shall be borne by the buyer.
Do EXW Incoterms include duties and taxes?
Buyer is responsible for all import duties, taxes and customs clearance when shipping under EXW Incoterms. EXW requires the buyer to handle all aspects of the export, freight and import process. The seller is only responsible for export packaging.
What is Alibaba’s EXW?
When Alibaba sellers quote EXW prices, they say that buyers must pick up the goods from the seller’s loading dock. EXW puts all shipping responsibility on the buyer, which means they have to organize aspects such as export, shipping, import duties, taxes and customs clearance. EXW is rarely recommended for new Alibaba buyers unless shipping by air from China.”

“FCL and LCL Shipping from China – The Ultimate Guide
If you are shipping from China, you need to know about FCL and LCL shipping.
Sometimes you can save a lot of money if you find the best shipping solution between FCL and LCL shipping.

Not every time, when your cargo is not enough for a whole box, you have to choose LCL shipping.
Sometimes, FCL shipping costs even less than LCL shipping. So check out our FAQ guide and become an expert on it.
What is FCL and LCL shipping from China?
definition:
FCL: Full Cabinet Loading
LCL: smaller than container load
What is a FCL

Choose the FCL option if you only want your cargo to be in the container.
In other words, when you pre-order a full case, it’s entirely yours.
You can use it any way you want, maybe stuff the container until it’s full or half empty, it’s totally up to you.
FCL uses three standard sizes of containers:
20-foot container, volume 26 cubic meters
40-foot container with a volume of 54 cubic meters
40-foot-tall cube with a volume of 68 cubic meters
What is LCL

If your shipment does not fill the entire 20ft or 40ft container, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. This is what “”less than the container load”” means. It is also called LCL because it is combined with other cargo. Therefore, LCL shipping is suitable for small or medium volume shipments.
Advantages of the whole box:
reduce risk. There is less risk of damaged goods, packaging costs are saved due to less handling, and it is your own private space.
Consolidation time. Using FCL can save more freight consolidation time.
A container is opened once, loaded and sent to the port immediately.
Easier use of space. When you have a lot of cargo to ship from China, it is easier to take advantage of the space available in the FCL, if your container is not full, you can buy some volume products to fill the container.
tracking service. Tracking is available for shipments from China using FCL shipping.
You can check the current location and estimated delivery date by the container number.
Disadvantages of FCL
Not worth it. It is not cost effective enough when transporting lower CBMs such as 10CBM.
However, when transporting more than 15m3 (in a 20ft GP container) it is more cost effective to order a full container.
You need to use at least 50-70% of the container volume
The benefits of LCL
It is cost effective. In the FCL, you pay a flat rate for the container, known as the commodity box rate. But in LCL, you only pay for the amount you need. It is also cheaper than air freight
Frequently shipping smaller quantities can help you save inventory space. Therefore, LCL is the preferred shipping method for small businesses
LCL is easier to get than FCL during peak season
Disadvantages of LCL
For bulk shipments, LCL may not be cheap because its cost per cubic meter (CBM) is higher than a full container, usually two to three times higher. why? Because LCL shipping involves a lot of work – freight forwarders make multiple LCL bookings, then book a FCL container and fill it with LCL cargo (a process called consolidation).
Sometimes, LCL shipments stop at multiple ports and go through several rounds of loading and unloading. In this case, the shipping time may be longer or even cause delays. Frequent handling of items increases the chance of damage or loss of items.
How do I find the best FCL and LCL shipping prices?
For LCL shipping, only work with forwarders who have their own LCL containers.
It would be cheaper because he would not have to pay commissions for the container.
To get the best FCL shipping prices, contact many suppliers and compare their prices with each other.
Go to the cheapest provider.
What is a palletized LCL shipment?
Palletized shipments are goods placed on wooden platforms called pallets.
Goods are placed on pallets and wrapped with tape and foil to keep them together.
This is the best way to transport the goods because the goods will be protected.
How to track goods in FCL shipping?
The movement of goods in FCL shipments can be tracked by checking the shipping company’s website or by contacting a shipping agent.
Is it possible to track shipments in LCL shipments?
Goods can be tracked in LCL by container number/bill/booking number.
What types of tracking systems are there?
There are standard container tracking systems and GPS container tracking systems.
Standard container tracking systems observe the movement of cargo as it passes through important ports and stops.
GPS container tracking system shows the exact location of the container anywhere in the world.”

“Door to Door Shipping to China: The Complete Guide
What is door to door shipping from China?
The best place to start for this guide is to define what is door-to-door shipping from China. Door-to-door shipping is a service. All freight forwarders guarantee that the goods will be picked up from a specific location. And finally reach a specific location through the cities covered by the shipping area. The best way to choose yours from tj-chinafreight.com depends on what you need to ship, where, charges and shipping times.

Before choosing door-to-door shipping, you need to understand its shipping process.
Familiarity with the shipping process will help you identify your shipping stages. Throughout the process, determine what you have to do.
Step 1: Confirm the freight and delivery method with the forwarder
Step 2: Pick up from factory or supplier and ship it to china WAREHOUSE
Step 3: Our warehouse team will check the packaging and labels for compliance with shipping requirements Step 4: China customs clearance and export declaration
Step 5: Origin Processing Fees and Services

Step 6: Handling at the port of loading/airport
Step7: By sea or by air?
Step 8: Clear customs upon arrival
Step 9: Home Delivery
The benefits of door-to-door shipping in China
There are several advantages to using door-to-door shipping from China.
Some of these advantages include the following.
respect your time
All kinds of transportation companies can provide door-to-door transportation, which effectively saves the consignee’s time. What if your package or delivery takes a specific time? Carriers offer more flexibility in delivery times and can give you a fixed time when you will come to pick up your package.
There are two ways for home delivery, random home delivery and provisionally agreed home delivery. Even on Saturdays and off-peak hours, logistics companies can offer a range of guaranteed time options. Of course, depending on your schedule, you may add additional surcharges to these holidays.
Enhance your service advantage

If you are a merchant, home delivery is an important measure to improve service quality.
There are two main delivery orders:
1. Fulfill the order yourself. That is, the supplier hires a delivery person to complete the shipment to the user.
2. Use third-party logistics. Many companies choose to outsource some or all of their order fulfillment to third-party vendors.
It will help you streamline processes to reduce costs and improve order fulfillment.
No customs clearance required

When it comes to importing international goods? Are you considering customs services provided by door-to-door shipping? In other words, does your shipment need customs clearance? They collect shipments, check shipping documents and assist with customs clearance. The carrier will choose to pay duties on your behalf, such as upfront fees and taxes, and then bill you after the fact.
Are you an Amazon FBA seller? When you send products to Amazon FBA, Amazon will not be the direct recipient of your shipment for customs clearance. You need home delivery.
The forwarding company will provide a one-stop service covering customs clearance in both exporting and importing countries. In most cases, the freight forwarding company will also pay the customs duties, and the goods will be sent to the FBA warehouse designated by the shipper.

International express
Courier service is a mail and package service that delivers packages and letters from one place to another with greater speed and security. This is a door-to-door air freight, which is very convenient for businesses and individuals.
Courier companies have offices and connections between many countries in the world. International courier services deliver documents and packages from origin to destination quickly and safely. They just need to pick up the package from your home or office and send it directly to any recipient in the world. Whether you want urgent delivery or regular delivery, you can get the service.
They are sufficient to provide you with fast delivery times, even with large, heavy or bulky packages. No issues with customs clearance and other delivery arrangements. A courier service can manage the complete process for you, including tedious paperwork and customs clearance.
in conclusion
I hope you can get clarification from every aspect of China door to door shipping.
Since your freight forwarder will handle most of your shipping, you need a freight forwarder you can trust.
At tj-chinafreight, we are your trusted partner for door-to-door shipping from China.
Contact us today and let us handle your door-to-door shipping from China to your destination in a professional manner”