“Shipping from China to Amazon FBA: The Ultimate Guide
Shipping from China to Amazon FBA is a very common and profitable Amazon business strategy.
It’s not as complicated as it sounds. However, it does get a little more complicated than simply asking the supplier to put a UPS label on it.
In this blog post, we will cover options for shipping from China to Amazon FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon)
Shipping Method
You need to determine the most suitable shipping method to ship your goods from China to the United States, depending on the method you choose; shipping can take anywhere from a few days to over a month. The ideal method depends on several factors, such as the weight, size and quantity of the products, shipping time, whether they are perishable and whether they contain hazardous or hazardous materials.
Three main shipping methods are offered: express, air and sea.
air transport
Air freight arrives faster than sea freight. If your total cargo weight is less than 200kg (about 440lbs) and two cubic meters (CM), air freight is one of the most cost-effective shipping methods. By contracting with a freight forwarder to organize your air freight, you can benefit from high freight rates, which will lower your shipping costs.
Air freight is a more complicated shipping process than air express; it usually takes 5 to 10 days to ship from China to the US using this method. Air freight may be cheaper than air express on a per kilogram basis.
While faster than sea freight, air freight is also more restricted.
sea freight
If you’re shipping 400kg or more (approximately 880lbs) and 2 cubic meters or more in volume, sea freight is the best option. However, shipping is also relatively slow.
Depending on what you need to ship, ocean shipping can take up to a month to reach U.S. ports.
The main advantage of ocean freight compared to express and air freight is that it allows you to transport bulky goods cheaply and with fewer restrictions.
There are two common shipping methods to choose from: Less than Container Load (LCL) and Full Container Load (FCL). The bulk or quantity of inventory you are shipping will determine the appropriate option.
If you do not have enough inventory to fill a full container (FCL), LCL is usually more suitable. However, FCL allows easier tracking and is less susceptible to damage or tampering.
Express shipping
Express is the fastest shipping option available when using shipping companies like FedEx, UPS, and DHL. Express shipping can be very cost-effective if you are shipping a shipment with a gross weight of less than 200 kg and a volume of less than or equal to 1 cubic meter. Courier services will usually charge you based on weight or volume, whichever is higher.
Depending on the value of the goods you intend to import, US Customs may still apply; however, the process is less complicated than air freight. You can also avoid asking for a quote. Express shipping is also useful for small shipments that you may order to determine the viability of a product or its needs before placing a bulk order with a supplier.
normal mail
While not suitable for bulk or heavy cargo, regular mail can send light, compact packages. For example, if you need to request a product sample, regular mail is a relatively inexpensive option.
For valuable prototypes, you may consider opting for express shipping, with appropriate insurance. When you’re just starting out, regular mail can be a practical way to deliver goods directly to end users.
When to go for direct shipping from China to Amazon FBA
If there is a lack of time and you want products to reach the Amazon FBA as soon as possible
Good sync up or a longer experience with the supplier. Such that direct shipping is considerably less expensive than the middleman way.
Shipping directly from China to Amazon FBA – The Pros and Cons
Pros – China to Amazon FBA
Quicker transit times. There is a huge reduction in the time for the product to reach the warehouse. The easier the product reaches the warehouse, the start quicker you can start selling on Amazon.
Middleman cost is saved. You save the money and the hassle of paying someone to inspect your products.
Cons – The Challenges
Amazon requests to ship the products to different warehouses and not to one centralized location.
The freight and duties have to be paid before arriving to Amazon.
The product must meet the shipping and packaging and shipping requirements and standards set by Amazon.
Customs and Amazon Certification
Usually, shipping products from China to Amazon requires two certifications. One is the product certification of customs, and the other is the product certification of Amazon. When buying products from China, it is a good idea to check what certifications the supplier has. If the product does not have any certification, you must consider switching to another supplier. If the supplier’s product does not have any certification, it means that his product is not qualified. Product certification is also very important for us to sell on Amazon. Finally, product certification cannot be ignored.
1.) Proof of customs requirements
When the goods are cleared through customs, the customs has the right to require your products to provide relevant product certificates. If you are unable to provide it, customs may fine, detain or destroy your product. So you need to know what kind of product certification you need to provide to pass customs smoothly (this is very important). Because this is not a joke. We must minimize risk.
2.) Certification required by Amazon
When selling products on Amazon, we must know if we need product certification to sell on Amazon. We must comply with Amazon’s product regulations or the product will be closed.
in conclusion
I have shared what I know about Amazon, I hope this article can help you to buy products from China to Amazon.
Finally, after reading this article, if you need help with FBA, please contact us at tj-chinafreight.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible. For any information about shipping from China to Amazon FBA, please feel free to contact us.”
