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Amazon FBA warehouse vs third-party overseas warehouse

At present, many e-commerce platforms and export companies are deploying overseas logistics systems by building "overseas warehouses". The construction of overseas warehouses enables export enterprises to send goods in batches to foreign warehouses to achieve local sales and local distribution in China. For cross-border sellers, you can choose the Amazon FBA delivery mode, or you can choose the third-party overseas warehouse delivery mode.

Warehouse
Warehouse

Two overseas warehouses PK

Amazon FBA warehouse

The service provided by the FBA warehouse is impeccable. The platform has mature development, abundant capital and high degree of informatization. However, the storage capacity is limited, and the warehousing cost and the processing cost of slow-moving products are relatively expensive.

Third-party overseas warehouse

Arranged by a third-party logistics company, the selection range is wide, and the sales platform is not limited, but there are many participating sellers, and there is no consistent standard for service quality.

When looking for overseas warehouses, new and old sellers should not look for overseas warehouses without formal legal operation procedures, not subject to the certification and supervision of relevant functional departments, small overseas warehouses, imperfect systems, immature related services, and unreasonable low-price strategies. .

What is the difference between them?

Shot of a young man using a digital tablet while working in a warehouse
Shot of a young man using a digital tablet while working in a warehouse

Service difference

FBA does not provide customs clearance services

Some overseas warehouses provide customs clearance services, and some also include tax payment and delivery to the warehouse.

Warehousing Product Requirements

FBA does not provide assembly services, and requires sellers to affix the outer box label and product label before entering the warehouse. If the product label is found to be damaged, it will be returned for refurbishment.

Overseas warehouses will provide sorting and assembly services before products are put on the shelves.

Return

Amazon supports unconditional returns for buyers, and FBA warehouses do not conduct any evaluation of returned products and do not charge buyers any fees. Even if the returned product has no quality issues, Amazon will not resell the product to other buyers.

As for overseas warehouses, if the returned product is not a quality problem, it can be repackaged by the seller and then sold.

Choose

Amazon FBA warehouse has certain restrictions on the size, weight and category of products, so the choice is biased towards small, high and high-quality products

Overseas warehouses have a wider range of choices than FBA warehouses. This means that products that can enter Amazon FBA warehouses must be able to enter third-party overseas warehouses, but products that can enter third-party overseas warehouses may not be able to enter Amazon FBA warehouses.

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Dropshipping from overseas warehouses

Amazon has been able to stabilize the position of the head of the cross-border platform for a long time. The most important point is to do local overseas warehouses in various countries. In 2021, the price of most industrial land exceeds that of commercial and residential land. Based on a forecast by real estate services firm CBRE that U.S. e-commerce sales will grow by $330 billion from 2020 to 2025, the U.S. will need to add about 330 million square feet of storage space by 2025.

The general concentration area of ​​overseas warehouses in the United States
The general concentration area of ​​overseas warehouses in the United States

A generation of hot is an inevitable trend

According to data from the Ministry of Commerce, as of December 2021, the number of overseas warehouses in my country has exceeded 2,000, with a total area of ​​more than 16 million square meters.

Overseas warehouses in the United States are generally concentrated in the east and west regions of the United States. The west of the United States is close to my country, and the lead time is shorter. The east of the United States covers about 70% of the population, and has an inherent advantage in the timeliness of goods delivery. US orders from overseas warehouses are generally dispatched within 1~2 days, not more than four days. Cross-border sellers can compete with local US e-commerce sellers!

At present, there are two main methods for drop shipping from overseas warehouses. One is to ship goods from overseas warehouse suppliers, and the other is that sellers stock up their own goods to overseas warehouses and then ask service providers to help them on behalf of them. Most sellers choose the latter.

The charm of overseas warehouse drop shipping

warehouse
warehouse

Warehousing costs are lower

As the world's largest e-commerce platform, Amazon is the best choice for many cross-border sellers. However, the warehousing cost and the processing cost of slow-moving products on the Amazon platform are very expensive. In this case, many sellers have to consider third-party warehousing as a "transit station" to reduce operating costs without affecting Amazon store operations. At this time, overseas Warehouse has become the "best choice" for cross-border sellers.
The goods sold are exported to overseas warehouses, mainly by sea and land transportation in bulk, and the required logistics costs are doubled compared to retail direct mail air transportation.

The disadvantages of self-built warehouses are highlighted

In the past few years, the disadvantage of "self-built warehouses" in the cross-border e-commerce industry has gradually become prominent.
According to the survey, 63% of sellers are troubled by local policies and regulations, and 56% of sellers are troubled by overseas recruitment and management. Another 30% of sellers are worried about policy and tax risks; 30% of sellers are worried about the risk of unsalable goods, and they also face risks such as financial pressure, goods safety, and poor management.

Complete chain

Overseas warehouses are not simply renting a warehouse, but a window to display brand, after-sales, consulting and even maintenance services.
At present, the overseas warehouse service provided by mainstream platforms is to provide sellers with one-stop services for warehousing, sorting, packaging, delivery and other items. Combined with the local logistics characteristics of foreign warehouses, it can ensure that the goods arrive at the terminal safely, accurately, timely and at low cost. in the hands of the buyer.
At present, retail direct mail is generally carried by air, which greatly limits the type and volume of goods. If the goods are shipped to overseas warehouses in bulk, large and fragile goods can also be traded through cross-border e-commerce. Compared with the era of postal parcels, overseas warehouses are more formalized and comprehensive.

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Amazon will charge FBA merchants a 5% surcharge

April 14 (Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc said on Wednesday it will impose an average 5 percent fuel and inflation surcharge on merchants using its U.S. warehousing and shipping services in response to rising costs.

The Amazon logo seen at Amazon campus in Palo Alto, California.
The Amazon logo seen at Amazon campus in Palo Alto, California.

Amazon's first such surcharge

Starting April 28, Amazon will charge merchants for using its Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) service, which includes loading, packing and shipping products.

Amazon said the surcharge is not permanent and is a mechanism widely used by supply chain suppliers. “Costs have risen significantly and we try to absorb costs to minimise the impact on our sales partners. In 2022, we expect a return to normality as Covid-19 lockdowns ease around the world, but fuel and inflation have brought further challenge."

"Amazon's competitors, FedEx and UPS, have fuel surcharges," Amazon said.
Amazon also highlighted that it charges a fuel inflation fee of 24 cents per unit, which is lower than what UPS and FedEx charge as of March 21, which charge 42 cents and 49 cents, respectively.

Stacy Mitchell says Amazon is taking advantage of the moment

While Amazon blamed the surcharge on inflation and rising fuel costs, Stacy Mitchell, co-chair of the antitrust group Institute for Local Self Reliance, criticized the company's statement Wednesday, saying Amazon was taking advantage of the timing.

"Amazon continues to increase the fees it charges sellers who rely on its platform. The new fees are a way to take more money out of the pockets of independent businesses and into Amazon's coffers," Mitchell said.

Amazon's third-party marketplace is an important part of its business. Independent merchants list millions of products on third-party marketplaces. It has about 2 million sellers, and more than half of the items sold on Amazon.com come from these sellers.

/ By tjchinafreight ivy / International

MOL starts to stop using used electric cars

What happened?

It is believed that many people still have the impression that a car freighter named "Felicity Ace" caught fire and sank not long ago. The freighter carrying nearly 4,000 cars caught fire in the Atlantic Ocean, including Porsche, Bentley Lamborghini The luxury cars, as well as the very classic Honda Prelude sports car and many other models, were buried in the sea with this freighter. Recently, foreign media reported that some auto transport companies have begun to implement restrictions or outright bans on the transportation of electric vehicles, mainly due to concerns about the potential fire risk of batteries.

Felicity Ace freighter that caught fire
Felicity Ace freighter that caught fire

Japan's Merchant Marine Corp (MOL) is the latest company to say it will stop shipping used electric vehicles.
MOL, one of the world's largest ro-ro shipping companies, caught fire with its 6,400 CEU Felicity Ace and eventually sank in the Azores, making it the biggest shipping accident so far this year, according to accounting firm Vinson & Elkins. The total loss is estimated to be approximately $500 million.

This is also the fourth large ro-ro ship fire involving electric vehicles since 2019.

Why is MOL Stopping Shipping Used Electric Vehicles?

MOL freighter
MOL freighter

As a standard procedure, MOL inspects transported vehicles prior to shipping to assess for obvious problems that may pose a fire risk, such as fuel or oil leaks. However, these routine inspections are difficult to completely avoid the risk of fire for the current second-hand electric vehicles.

It is worth noting that Mitsui is the owner of the Felicity Ace cargo ship that sank in fire and sank, and the company lost more than 500 million US dollars due to the sinking incident. While the cause of the fire may remain a mystery, an electric vehicle on board is suspected of causing the blaze. However, a spokesman for the company said the new policy had nothing to do with the "Felicity Ace incident." Instead, the spokesperson said, it was a policy review enacted as a result of the increasing number of used electric vehicles the company received for transportation.

It is reported that many other ro-ro shipping companies will also decide to stop shipping used electric vehicles this year.

Aware of the rising risk of electric vehicle fires, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) issued a document last June saying it needed to reassess existing ro-ro ships' firefighting equipment and firefighting measures.

London-based law firm Watson Farley & Williams said in a recent report that while it is unclear whether electric vehicles are more likely to catch fire than conventional cars, it is widely believed that fires in boats carrying them are more catastrophic. , and more difficult to handle. “If the crew is unaware of the different firefighting procedures for electric vehicle fires and conventional fires, total loss is likely. There is evidence that current suppression and drenching systems are not adequate to deal with this new risk. So new designs need to be system and incorporate it into the ship design.”

/ By tjchinafreight ivy / International

How dependent is Europe on Russian coal?

Europe imposes sanctions on Russia

The disruption to global coal trade flows caused by Western sanctions on Russia and the resulting increase in ton-mile demand will benefit the dry bulk market.

The earth and commodity logistics
The earth and commodity logistics

On April 7, local time, EU countries agreed to impose a coal embargo on Russia and give a 120-day phase-out period, a month later than originally proposed, giving EU member states time to find alternative sources of supply.

It should be noted that among the "three major items" of coal, oil and natural gas, coal is undoubtedly the easiest to start with. Russia is the main source of thermal coal in Europe. The import volume in 2021 will be 33 million tons, accounting for the total import of European thermal coal. more than half of the amount. On the Russian side, the ban will affect a quarter of Russia's coal exports, according to the European Council.
Relative to coal, there is currently no agreement within the EU to embargo Russian oil and gas. The largest trade between the EU and Russia is oil and natural gas, which is extremely important to the European economy. For the EU, the embargo on oil and gas is undoubtedly an act of "harming others and not oneself".

One broker said: “The flow and flow of the coal trade market is changing as European coal buyers rush to switch suppliers. The US, South Africa, Australia, Colombia and Indonesia may become alternative sources, increasing demand for dry bulk. The ton-mile demand for cargo ships. In theory this should have a positive impact on freight rates, but we need to focus on how long this is likely to last.”
Another market player added: "If a large number of ships go to Europe as a result, the results may be unexpected."

Because of the ban or the buyer's voluntary sanctions?

Europe relies on Russia for coal imports
Europe relies on Russia for coal imports

In fact, there have been signs for weeks that European buyers want to increase the supply of non-Russian coal. Either because they expected such a ban, or because they decided to sanction themselves.

It is not easy for the EU to find alternative sources of Russian coal. Coal exporters Australia and Indonesia have reached their production limits, and South Africa is also constrained by logistical issues, and a global rush to buy coal is expected to keep coal prices higher.

But this sudden collaboration is difficult. After all, alternative coal producers have their own supply needs, mostly from China and India. So if China or India's coal import demand increases, they don't have the extra capacity to sign long-term contracts with Europe.

The European Union is not the only region to impose a ban on Russian coal, with Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States jointly saying on April 6 that they would all "phase out and ban the import of Russian coal."

/ By tjchinafreight ivy / Shipping

Shipping from China to Kenya: The Ultimate Guide

We have extensive experience in shipping from China to Kenya. We provide sea and air freight services from China to Kenya. If you want to ship from Kenya to China, we also offer that service at a low price.
Due to the lack of customs policy knowledge, many importers face some problems in customs clearance. Our clients never face any customs clearance issues. We have our own team of experts to help our clients ship their goods from China to Kenya by professionally completing all formalities in the customs department.

Two crossed national flags on wooden table
Two crossed national flags on wooden table

Shipping from China to Kenya.

Air Freight from China to Kenya

air freight
air freight

There is no doubt that air freight is the fastest shipping method in the world.
In international shipping, air freight can ship your items from China to anywhere in the world within five business days.
For Kenya, it can be even shorter - like it takes three days to ship your items from China to Kenya.
This is in stark contrast to ocean freight, which can take a month or more to ship items from China.
Obviously, in this case, air freight can save you a lot of waiting time.
Now, besides speed, there are more reasons for you to choose air freight from China to Kenya.

Sea freight from China to Kenya

LCL shipping from China to Kenya

LCL stands for less than container load.
You can use this shipping method if your cargo is not large enough to fill a 20" or 40" container.
Here, your shipment will be consolidated and shipped with other shippers to Kenya.
After the goods arrive at the destination terminal in Kenya, they will be separated and handed over to their respective owners for customs clearance.
The LCL shipping note is an economical alternative to transporting cargo that cannot be filled in a full container.
It is also popular among first-time shippers.

FCL from China to Kenya

If you have a lot of cargo that can fit into a 20" or 40" container, FCL shipping is ideal.
The word FCL stands for Full Case Load, which is basically the opposite of LCL.
In this shipping method, the items in a single container belong to one shipper. This means that if you have enough items to fill a container, whether it's 20" or 40", you should book a full case.
Note, however, that in FCL shipping, the container does not have to be fully loaded to be a FCL.
The term logistically means that the shipper has exclusive rights over the entire container.
This means you can book and ship FCL even if you don't have enough cargo to fill a shipping container.
The advantage of this is that it is faster and safer than LCL as there is less risk of damage and loss of cargo.

Door-to-door shipping from China to Kenya

Door-to-door shipping is another way you can explore shipping goods from China.
This mode is exactly the sound its name suggests.
This is a service where your goods are picked from a Chinese supplier's warehouse and delivered directly to your doorstep in Kenya.
Door-to-door shipping is more expensive than the standard shipping methods port-to-port or door-to-port.
However, it is an excellent option for importers with busy schedules.
Choosing door-to-door can help you not have to focus on other business matters while you wait to ship?

Import restrictions on Kenya

Kenya prohibits the import of the following items:

  • Sexual content, whether it's books, cards, lithographs, or prints that are told to contain obscene content.
  • Fake currency
  • Matches made with phosphoric acid ingredients
  • Unauthorized items bearing the insignia or insignia of a partner country, or items bearing insignia or weapons similar to those of the partner country.
  • Distilled beverages containing essential oils or chemical products, such as star incense, benzaldehyde, salicylates, absinthe, and
  • Narcotic Drugs
  • Hazardous Waste
  • All soaps and cosmetics contain mercury
  • Used tires for commercial light vehicles and passenger cars.
  • All kinds of counterfeit goods
  • Pesticides and industrial chemicals such as dichlor, DDT, lindane, mercury compounds, fluoroacetamide and crocidol,

In conclusion

As you can see from this guide, shipping from China to Kenya is not difficult after all.
All you need is a willingness to learn and do your due diligence before making any deal.
Also, you need to work with a very reliable freight forwarder in China for successful shipments.
In this regard, TJ china freight is here for you.
We will provide you with the fastest, most reliable and most affordable shipping service from China to Kenya

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Shipping from China to Vietnam

German and Chinese flag pair on desk over defocused background. 
German and Chinese flag pair on desk over defocused background. 

Shipping from China to Vietnam

Sea freight from China to Vietnam

Sea freight from china to vietnam
Sea freight from china to vietnam

LCL (LCL)

By LCL shipping, your cargo shares container space with other companies' products imported from China to Vietnam. LCL is often the most cost-effective method for businesses shipping smaller shipments.

Full Container Load (FCL)

With FCL shipping, you have exclusive use of the shipping container. Your shipment will be completely sealed in the container from origin to destination. FCL shipping is not only faster than LCL, but also cheaper.

Air freight from China to Vietnam

Air freight from china to vietnam
Air freight from china to vietnam

Air freight is by far the fastest way to export from China to Vietnam. Some shipments can be completed within four days. However, this is the most expensive shipping method.

Trucking from China to Vietnam

Now, let me introduce you to trucking from China to Vietnam.
You can use it if you want to ship goods from Yunnan Province to Vietnam.
Trucking from China to Vietnam is very flexible.
This is one of the main advantages.
For example; you can ship to very small towns without airports, oceans or rail lines.
With this, TJ chinafreight we can provide door to door shipping from China to Vietnam.
That is, you can visit places within Vietnam.
guess what?
This will work in your favor - cost-effective, convenient and reliable trucking from China to Vietnam.
The process here is very simple.

How long does it take to ship goods from China to Vietnam?

The time it takes to ship goods from China to Vietnam, as well as the price, are often important factors in determining the shipping method.

Of course, air freight is the fastest option, with transit times between China and Vietnam ranging from four to eight days. On the other hand, shipping time by sea can vary greatly depending on the distance between the origin and destination ports. You can expect the shipping duration to be between 7 and 31 days.

The following are examples of transit times for routes operated by Shipa Freight between China and Vietnam:

Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City - 8 days FCL, 14 days LCL
Guangzhou to Ho Chi Minh City - 14 days FCL
Shenzhen to Ho Chi Minh City - 24 days FCL
Huangpu to Ho Chi Minh City - 24 days for FCL, 16 days for LCL
Lianyungang to Haiphong - 31 days FCL
Jiangmen to Haiphong - 7 days FCL, 5 days LCL
Shanghai to Haiphong – 13 days FCL, 7 days LCL
Dalian to Ho Chi Minh City - 31 days FCL
Qingdao to Haiphong - 7 days FCL
Tianjin to Haiphong - 13 days FCL
Zhongshan to Ho Chi Minh City - 27 days FCL

While the flight from China to Vietnam only takes a few hours, the entire shipping process takes days. The transit time for air cargo includes customs and security inspections, as well as loading and unloading of the cargo.

Below is an example of transit times for a typical air freight route between China and Vietnam:

Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh - 4 days
Shenzhen Ho Chi Minh – 8 days
Shanghai to Hanoi - 5 days
Beijing to Hanoi - 8 days
Guangzhou to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh - 7 days

China and Vietnam Customs Clearance

Clearing customs can seem like a daunting process, especially if this is your first time exporting from China to Vietnam. A freight forwarder can take the load off you by providing the necessary guidance and expertise to ensure your shipments comply with the rules.

What is the customs clearance process for goods from China to Vietnam?

you have to provide information about certain things,

  • Origin and destination of the goods
  • Importers and Exporters Tax Information
  • Package quantity, volume, weight and product description
  • Tax payable

You need to provide the following documents,

  • Commercial invoice
  • Bill of lading
  • Packing list
  • Any required proof (for restricted items and special approvals)
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Shipping from China to Germany: The Complete Guide

Knowing the rules for importing goods into Germany is the first step when you want to import.
Not only will you avoid the hassle of customs authorities, but they will clear customs faster for you.
Those rules are what I'm going to show you.
So let's get started.

German and Chinese flag pair on desk over defocused background. 
German and Chinese flag pair on desk over defocused background. 

Requirements for German imports from China

Germany has many import requirements for Chinese importers, including an extensive list of prohibited items, required documents, and duties and taxes due upon arrival at German customs.

German import taxes and duties

German customs impose import duties and duties on all goods brought into Germany from outside the EU, including China. The exact fee you'll pay depends on the type of item you're shipping, most items are taxed at 19%, with the exception of agricultural products, which are taxed at 19%.
The exact taxes and duties payable will depend on the TARIC code (community combined tariff).

Sea freight from China to Germany

Sea freight from china to germany
Sea freight from china to germany

Refrigerated Shipping from China to Germany

Refrigerated shipping is a convenient way to import temperature-sensitive items.
This includes agricultural products such as flowers, fruit and fish.
Reefer containers are designed to help heat or cool your cargo.
This prevents your cargo from spoiling before it reaches its destination.
The important thing to note here is that the refrigeration process does not cool or heat your cargo, it keeps it at a given temperature.
Therefore, you should first ensure that the cargo has been heated or cooled to the desired temperature.

China to Germany FCL

FCL or Full Container Load means that your cargo fills the entire 20ft or 40ft container. If you are shipping in bulk, you can save time and money by shipping FCL. The FCL price is the same whether or not your container is completely full.

China to Germany LCL

LCL or less than container load means your cargo will not fill the whole container and will be shipped with other boxes or pallets. Please note that when you ship LCL, your shipments need to be consolidated at the port of origin and unpacked at the port of destination.
This is the reason why LCL shipping takes several days than FCL shipping.

Ro-Ro shipping from China to Germany

Importing vehicles or machines from China is an area of ​​possible interest for you.
This is because these imports have increased.
If you are considering shipping these goods, rolling shipping needs to be a safe mode for your shipping.
Ro-Ro shipping is where a vessel design is modified to include ramps mounted on the sides or back.
This allows your cargo to be loaded and transported safely.
Use this mode to prevent shipping in containers, including securing containers.

Air Freight from China to Germany

Air freight from china to germany
Air freight from china to germany

If you need your goods quickly and use a freight forwarder, China Air Freight is a great alternative to express shipping, but there are some important details you need to keep in mind.
Air freight is not a door-to-door service, nor is it "all-inclusive", so there will be additional work and costs in logistics to and from the airport and customs clearance in Germany. Having said that, the sum of these fees will be less than the courier fee you pay, and if you use our China door to door service, the work will be managed by the freight forwarder, making air freight a great alternative to courier shipping.
As with express, the best price for air freight is for loads between 300-500 kg.

Rail freight from China to Germany

Surprisingly for most importers, rail freight is a good option for importers shipping goods from China to Germany because the transit time is faster than sea freight and, in the right conditions, The cost is also lower. The condition is that the cargo must be containerized to take advantage of rail freight, so this is not an option for anyone who cannot place an order for a container load. This makes rail transport from China ideal for bulk, dry, liquid and mechanical transport.
There are multiple train hubs in China and Germany, if you don't need very fast freight, or air freight is too expensive, consider rail freight.

/ By tjchinafreight ivy / Shipping

200 ships received polluted fuel, Glencore to blame

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has released the preliminary findings of its investigation into allegedly contaminated marine fuel supplied to several ships by the world's largest bunkering centre.
In addition, the problem of fuel oil also appeared at the port of Houston.

cargo ship at sea
cargo ship at sea

According to a previous report by Xinde Maritime Network

VPS, a fuel testing agency, said in a notice on March 31 that between February and March this year alone, the company detected 34 ships that had encountered problem fuel in Singapore. What's more, the agency also stated that nearly half of the ships suffered from fuel system failures after bunkering with contaminated fuel, resulting in "loss of power and propulsion". creating a blackout). Specifically, so far, these marine fuel oil pollution has brought different degrees of fuel system failures to 14 ships, and further led to more serious ship-wide power outages and loss of power.

According to MPA, the Maritime Port Authority of Singapore

It received a notice on March 14 that the fuel oil bunkered by multiple ships at the Singapore port contained high concentrations of chlorinated organic compounds (COC) (1,2-dichloroethane, tetrachloroethylene) Chlorinated Organic Compounds (COC). ) (1,2-Dichloroethane, Tetrachloroethylene).

MPA means, After an investigation into the contamination revealed that the fuel was a blend supplied by Glencore Singapore Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of commodities trading giant Glencore International, the company notified MPA after receiving reports of contamination of its fuel and proceeded to carry out testing.

However, when the fuel was identified and tested, some of it had already been sold to PetroChina International (Singapore) Pte Ltd (PetroChina), which also bunkered some of its client ships in Singapore.

According to MPA statistics, this batch of fuel oil in question has been bunkered to about 200 ships at the port of Singapore through Glencore and PetroChina. About 80 of these ships reported varying degrees of problems with the ships' fuel pumps and engines.

The MPA also tested fuel samples from some of the affected ships and found elevated levels of COC in their fuel samples.

MPA said ,This is the first incident of fuel pollution caused by high concentrations of COC reported in Singapore in the past 20 years.

/ By tjchinafreight ivy / FBA

Shipping from China to Canada Amazon FBA

Shipping is a big topic for Amazon sellers and can be complex or simple. If you are an Amazon seller and need to import your products from China to Canada, then you need to ship your products from China to Amazon FBA.
This can be really difficult, especially if you just imported from China.

Shipping from China to Canada Amazon FBA
Shipping from China to Canada Amazon FBA

About shipping from China to Canada Amazon FBA

How to transport your cargo?

Air freight

Air freight from China to Canada
Air freight from China to Canada

It will arrive at the Canadian FBA warehouse in about 10-12 days.
Moderate cost and fast speed.
The China-Canada section is shipped by air. According to the situation of the goods, the goods will be loaded in Shenzhen or Hong Kong, and UPS or FEDEX will complete the door-to-door delivery in Canada.
Delivery After Duty Paid (DDP) shipping, that is, we will handle customs clearance, pay import and export duties, and you just need to wait for the goods to be delivered to the Canadian FBA warehouse.
Mainly use LCL delivery.

Sea and Air

It will arrive at the Canadian FBA warehouse in about 20-25 days.
Moderate cost and moderate speed.
The China-Canada section adopts sea and air combined transportation. According to the situation of the goods, the goods are loaded in Shenzhen or Guangzhou, and UPS or FEDEX completes door-to-door delivery in Canada.
Delivery After Duty Paid (DDP) shipping, that is, we will handle customs clearance, pay import and export duties, and you just need to wait for the goods to be delivered to the Canadian FBA warehouse.
Mainly use LCL delivery.

Sea freight

Sea freight from China to Canada
Sea freight from China to Canada

About 40-45 days to Canada FBA warehouse.
Low cost and slow speed.
The middle and Canada section is by sea, and the goods are loaded in Shenzhen or Guangzhou according to the situation of the goods, and UPS or FEDEX completes door-to-door delivery in Canada.
Delivery After Duty Paid (DDP) shipping, that is, we will handle customs clearance, pay import and export duties, and you just need to wait for the goods to be delivered to the Canadian FBA warehouse.
Mainly use LCL delivery.

How do you package your shipments for shipping to Amazon FBA?

Amazon FBA is very strict when it comes to packaging, all of your items must meet established standards.
Knowing Amazon's packaging requirements will save you a lot.

Product packaging

Packaging deals with the materials used, packaging and how you protect your product.
You should pack the goods individually and each unit is contained in a secure package.
The usual preferred packaging materials for Amazon FBA include boxes, bubble wrap, and plastic bags.
Plastic bags must be clear and carry a suffocation warning.
For protection, use a 2" cushion between each item in the box.
The contents of the box should be compact without any movement when shaken.

Outer packaging

Amazon FBA specifies special packaging while emphasizing that shippers use appropriate materials and sizes.
According to Amazon's packaging requirements, the outer packaging material should be rigid and six-sided, such as a carton.
The dimensions of the outer package should be 6 X 4 X 1 inches.
Also, use a case that weighs more than 1 pound and no more than 50 pounds.
Using overweight cartoon packaging increases your shipping costs and associated risks.
For boxes over 50 lbs and 100 lbs, you should provide a label identifying the team lift and mechanical lift, respectively.
Assuming you import jewelry from China to Amazon FBA, your box should not exceed 40 pounds.

Documentation requirements

Commercial invoice and packing list required
Wooden products, such as wooden handicrafts, cosmetic brushes and other wooden products, must have a fumigation certificate. We can apply for a fumigation certificate, but it will incur additional costs and delays in shipping.
Asbestos or products containing asbestos require an import license.
Special products will be authorized according to customs requirements
If the item has customs clearance issues, be sure to provide the documents required by customs

Customs clearance and duties

  • Origin and destination paperwork for customs clearance
  • Customs excise duty applies to the U.S.
  • Provided on behalf of local US importers