01Use FCL or LCL space for supplier orders and larger cargo. Review the complete origin-to-destination timeline and costs.
Explore ocean freightDOOR-TO-DOOR SHIPPING
Door-to-door shipping
from China.
Connect supplier collection, international transport, import clearance and the final delivery leg under one agreed scope, so it is clear who handles each step before the cargo moves.
Request a door-to-door quoteCOMPARE DELIVERY TERMS
DDP vs DAP vs FOB:
who handles what.
The delivery term decides who arranges transport, who clears the cargo and who pays the duties. Compare responsibilities before you compare totals.
| Delivery term | Who is responsible | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean freight | Larger, non-urgent shipments; FCL or LCL | Port pair, handling, cut-offs and final delivery |
| Air freight | Cargo with a tighter delivery window | Chargeable weight, acceptance and airport handling |
| Rail freight | Suitable cargo on an available rail lane | Terminals, borders and onward transport |
| Trucking | Pickup, cross-border or inland legs where available | Access, load limits and road / border conditions |
| Express shipping | Samples or smaller urgent consignments | Carrier size limits, duties and restricted goods |
No delivery term removes the need to confirm importer details, document readiness and site access at the destination.
DOOR-TO-DOOR SERVICE OPTIONS
Build the door-to-door scope you need.
Start from who is the importer of record, then add the legs your shipment actually requires.
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02A faster option when the cargo and delivery window justify the transport cost. Check chargeable weight and acceptance.
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03Consider rail on available lanes and coordinate terminal, border and onward delivery steps.
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04Connect supplier pickup, cross-border journeys and final inland legs with the international freight plan.
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05For smaller urgent shipments, samples and time-sensitive consignments where carrier limits permit.
Explore express shippingSHIPPING FROM CHINA
Shipping from China.
A clearer route forward.
Explore destination-specific shipping options, preparation requirements and delivery considerations.
Route availability, cargo acceptance, transit estimates and delivery scope are confirmed per shipment. Destination pages describe service options, not locally owned offices.
View all destinationsGet a freight quoteFULL SERVICE SOLUTIONS
From a service request
to a supply chain solution.
BUILT AROUND YOUR DELIVERY
Importers & Wholesalers
Connect purchase orders, import responsibilities and a receiving warehouse under one delivery plan.
Explore importer solutionsDELIVERY TERM BASICS
Know the term.
Then check the inclusions.
Ocean vs Air vs Rail Freight
Compare speed, capacity, handling and full journey costs before deciding on a mode.
Explore shipping resourcesPacking & Shipping Documents
Prepare consistent shipping documents and suitable packing for your cargo.
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Understand which party manages import and final delivery.
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BLOG INSIGHTS
Shipping Insights & Practical Guides
What changes when you choose DAP delivery
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How to prepare documentation for first-time imports from China
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How to compare DDP and DAP for small replenishment orders
Read articleFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Door-to-door shipping
questions, answered.
Start from who is the importer, then confirm what each quotation actually includes.
What information do I need to request a freight quotation?
Share the product description, supplier pickup city, destination city or address, package count, packed dimensions, gross weight, cargo ready date and the delivery tasks you want included. Flag any figures that are still estimates.
Can I ask for a quote before the goods are packed?
Yes. Mark dimensions and weights as estimates and ask when the amount will be reconfirmed against final packed cargo.
Why do two freight quotations show different totals?
Compare cargo inputs, transport mode, charging unit, delivery boundary, assumptions, validity and exclusions.
Does a door-to-door price include every charge?
Only the items explicitly included in the written quotation. Confirm duties, taxes, inspections, storage and special handling separately.
Which is more suitable for my shipment: air or ocean freight?
Consider cargo size, urgency, route, acceptance requirements and the complete collection-to-delivery cost and timeline.
What is the difference between FCL and LCL?
FCL uses a container for one shipper’s cargo; LCL combines compatible shipments. Compare packed volume, handling and the full service scope.
LET’S PLAN YOUR NEXT SHIPMENT
Tell us the address.
We will scope the delivery.
Share what you are moving, the delivery address and who will act as importer of record. We will come back with the door-to-door scope worth comparing.
Not sure whether DDP or DAP fits? Select “Help me choose” and start with the cargo details.