Guides & Articles
Clear, practical explainers to help you ship from China with confidence — written for importers, not for search engines alone.
Basics
What Is CBM in Shipping? (Cubic Meter Calculation Guide)
CBM (cubic meter) measures your shipment's volume and drives LCL and air chargeable weight. Learn how to calculate it and why it matters.
Read guide →Incoterms Explained: Who Pays, Who Clears, Who Risks
EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP, DDP — Incoterms define where responsibility transfers. Understand them before you sign a supplier quote.
Read guide →Chargeable Weight: Why Air Freight Isn't Priced by Real Weight
Air cargo is charged on the greater of actual or volumetric weight. Learn the 1:167 rule and how to estimate your cost.
Read guide →Shipping Container Sizes & Dimensions (20ft, 40ft, 40HC)
Know the usable capacity of standard containers so you can plan loads and compare FCL vs LCL accurately.
Read guide →Compare
FCL vs LCL Shipping: Which Should You Choose?
Full container or shared container? Compare cost, speed, risk and handling to pick the right ocean mode for your China shipment.
Read guide →DDP vs DAP: What's the Real Difference for Importers?
Both deliver to your destination, but only one prepays duties. Here is how DDP and DAP change your cost and paperwork.
Read guide →Strategy
How to Choose a Freight Forwarder in China (Checklist)
Licenses, communication, routing options and transparency — use this checklist to pick a forwarder that won't sink your shipment.
Read guide →Door-to-Door Shipping from China: The Complete Guide
One provider, one tracking number, delivery to your address. Learn how door-to-door works by air, sea and rail.
Read guide →E-commerce
Amazon FBA Shipping from China: A Seller's Checklist
From FNSKU labels to inbound appointments, follow this checklist to avoid costly FBA rejections and delays.
Read guide →Customs
Customs Clearance Steps: What Happens at the Border
Export clearance in China and import clearance abroad — understand each step so your cargo does not get stuck.
Read guide →HS Codes: Why Correct Classification Protects Your Shipment
The HS code determines duty, documents and even whether your goods are restricted. Get it right before you ship.
Read guide →Cost & Time
Shipping Cost from China to USA: What Actually Drives the Price
Mode, weight, dimensions, Incoterm and season all move the number. Here is how to estimate a China–USA shipment realistically.
Read guide →China–Europe Rail Freight: When It Beats Sea and Air
Rail to Duisburg, Warsaw and beyond in ~16–22 days. Learn when the China–Europe Express is your best lane.
Read guide →Customs & Risk
Do You Need Cargo Insurance? Limits of Carrier Liability
Carrier liability is capped and often inadequate. Understand all-risk cover and when it pays off.
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