“Shipping from China to the Philippines – Simple Guide
No doubt, if you are thinking about this, you are about to import and export between China and the Philippines. We know that it is difficult to find good English information on this topic on the Internet, so we decided to create this page to give you an idea of the import process between the two countries. Since we have accumulated 20 years of experience in the Asian market and we have spent a lot of time researching this subject, we have put together everything you should know to master this subject. Whether you are a comprehensive importer/exporter, or new to international trade, this document will support you in upgrading or starting your shipping process.
Door to door shipping from China to Philippines:
Door-to-door shipping means that your goods will be picked up from your designated factory or warehouse address and will be delivered at your designated address. The freight forwarder will arrange the shipment, customs clearance, and everything in between. This is a great way to source your goods because you don’t have to deal with many companies in different steps of the import process. TJ chinafreight will provide you this valuable service at a very affordable price.
FCL Shipping from China to Philippines:
FCL stands for Full Container Load. A container can be 20 or 40 feet in length. You can book a full container when your cargo has volume or weight or both that can fill a container. A 20-foot container can hold about 28 tons, while a 40-foot container can hold 30 tons. The shipping company will charge you a flat container fee. The container you book will only hold your cargo. It will only open after reaching the destination. There will be no filling or de-filling in your container. For fragile, heavy or bulky cargo, containers are usually preferred.
LCL shipping from China to the Philippines:
LCL stands for less container load. LCL occurs when your cargo is not enough to fill a container by itself. It has to share space in the container with other cargo. When booking a LCL shipment, the carrier will charge you based on weight or size (CBM). Sometimes, LCL shipping becomes expensive due to hard-to-absorb overhead. LCL shipments are more prone to damage or mishandling than FCL shipments.
Air Freight from China to the Philippines
Air freight from China to the Philippines depends on the weight and volume of the cargo. It’s an expensive mode of transportation; you should only choose it if you’re in a hurry to receive your delivery. If your cargo is less than 2 cubic meters in volume and less than 200 kg in weight, then air freight will be a viable option.
How much does it cost to ship goods from China to the Philippines?
Sea and air shipping costs from China to the Philippines may vary and fluctuate. Your freight forwarder needs key information about your shipment to calculate your quote. The questions they will ask are:
What is the cargo you are shipping?
How much do they weigh?
What is the size and volume of your cargo?
Do you want to ship by air or sea?
If by sea, do you want FCL or LCL?
Do you need door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-port delivery?
If you’re not sure whether air or sea shipping is the best option, here are some guidelines:
For shipments over 100kg, sea freight is usually more cost-effective than air freight. For shipments under 100kg total weight, air freight can be almost as cost-effective as sea freight.
How long does it take to ship goods from China to the Philippines?
Air freight is the fastest way to export or import from China to the Philippines. This is the preferred shipping method for businesses with urgent deadlines and/or small shipments. Shipping by sea may take from 9 to 31 days, depending on the port you choose and whether you choose LCL or FCL shipping.
How long does it take to ship from China to the Philippines?
As the example here shows, it takes 9 to 31 days to ship a container from China to the Philippines:
Shanghai to Manila – 15 days FCL, 9 days LCL
Tianjin to Manila – 19 days LCL
Wuhu to Manila – 24 days FCL, 24 days LCL
Xiamen to Manila – 31 days FCL
Guangzhou to Manila – 15 days FCL
Lianyungang to Davao Mindanao – 31 days FCL
Qinzhou to Manila – 16 days FCL
Qingdao to Cebu – 31 days FCL
Items accepted from China to the Philippines
We can arrange the transportation of many items from China to the Philippines, such as luggage, clothing, textiles, machinery (such as compressors, injection molding machines), mechanical and electrical equipment, cosmetics, beauty products, shoes and hats, leather, bedding, electronic products, Toys, auto parts, building materials, hardware accessories, handicrafts, sanitary ware, medical equipment. In addition to contraband or special items, other goods (including imitations) can also be exported to the Philippines, please contact us, we will provide you with professional shipping channels, high security, good delivery time and optimal shipping prices .
Customs clearance in China and the Philippines
Customs clearance rules can be confusing, which explains why many businesses choose to hire freight forwarders to manage the process. Doing so will eliminate the threat of unnecessary delays and ensure your shipments comply with rules and regulations.
Even with a freight forwarder to assist you, you still have to provide mandatory documentation, which will almost certainly include:
commercial invoice
Packing List
Certificate of Origin
Letter of credit or other payment terms (depending on the contract between the parties involved)
Air waybill or sea waybill
Should I choose a freight forwarder in China or the Philippines?
When importing from China, it is always best to choose a freight forwarder in China, regardless of the shipping method. China freight forwarders are ideal for overseas shippers because it has language and geographical advantages, and you also need a warehouse for storage and preparation. An experienced Chinese freight forwarder will have the following competencies: Fluency in Mandarin and Cantonese, a thorough understanding of Chinese business culture, experience in managing Chinese suppliers, experience in category and procurement process, experience in quality control, experience in auditing, and experience in logistics. Local Freight forwarders (from the Philippines) often need to contact other forwarders in China to handle picking, preparation, storage and customs clearance.
TJ-chinafreight is your right choice, with more than 20 years of experienced staff adhering to the mission of “”we deliver faster, safer and easier””, to provide customers with high-quality, professional and fast logistics solutions.”
