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Shipping from China to United States🇺🇸
End-to-end Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) multimodal logistics engineered for Amazon FBA sellers, commercial importers, and direct retailers. Fast Air DDP, regular ocean consolidation, express railways, and complete destination customs pre-clearance.
De Minimis Threshold
$800 USD
Fast Air DDP
8–12 Business Days
Standard Sea DDP
25–30 Days
Duty / VAT Term
100% DDP Covered
Carrier Verification
Active & LicensedNVOCC Government License:
GD20240307220907
HQ & Inspection Center:
Building C, Xinhe Community, Bao'an, Shenzhen (5,000+ m²)
Operational SLA:
≤ 2-Hour response time | 100.0% on-time dispatch
Battery & Hazmat Approved:
Direct pure battery gateway via HKG & Weihai (UN38.3/MSDS)
All-risk Institute Cargo Clauses (A) insurance available
Shipping Modes Comparison
Transit Modes from China to United States
Compare speed, origin departure gateways, and billing weight divisors to select the optimal freight mode for your inventory.
8–12 Business Days
Air DDP (General Cargo)
Port-to-Port / Flight Run: 11–13 Hours Trans-Pacific Flight
Origin Sourcing Hubs:
Nanchang (KHN), Guangzhou (CAN), Hangzhou (HGH), Shanghai (PVG)
Destination Gateways:
Los Angeles (LAX), Chicago (ORD), New York (JFK)
Key Service Features:
- Full customs pre-clearance
- Door delivery via UPS Ground / FedEx
- Direct Amazon FBA injection
Air Freight Divisor: L x W x H (cm) / 6,000
7–10 Business Days
Air DDP (Pure Battery & Electronics)
Port-to-Port / Flight Run: 12–14 Hours Flight
Origin Sourcing Hubs:
Hong Kong (HKG), Weihai-Incheon Sea-Air Hub (ICN)
Destination Gateways:
Los Angeles (LAX)
Key Service Features:
- UN38.3 & MSDS certified
- Dedicated hazardous Class 9 cargo slots
- Final UPS Ground delivery
Air Freight Divisor: L x W x H (cm) / 6,000
25–30 Days (Door-to-Door)
Sea DDP (Matson / Clipper Express)
Port-to-Port / Flight Run: 12–14 Days Ocean Voyage
Origin Sourcing Hubs:
Shenzhen Yantian (YTN), Dachan Bay (DCB), Shanghai (SGH), Ningbo (NGB)
Destination Gateways:
Port of Long Beach (LGB), Los Angeles (LAX)
Key Service Features:
- Dedicated off-dock container chassis
- Next-day gate-out without demurrage
- UPS / Fedex direct sorting
West Coast: 1 CBM : 1,000 kg | East Coast: 1 CBM : 500 kg
30–40 Days (Door-to-Door)
Sea DDP (Standard FCL & LCL)
Port-to-Port / Flight Run: 16–22 Days Ocean Voyage
Origin Sourcing Hubs:
Shenzhen (YTN), Ningbo (NGB), Shanghai (SGH), Qingdao (TAO)
Destination Gateways:
Los Angeles (LAX), Oakland (OAK), New York (NYC), Savannah (SAV)
Key Service Features:
- Economical bulk freight
- Container drayage & palletizing
- Full CARP appointment booking
Ocean LCL: L x W x H (cm) / 1,000,000
3–5 Business Days
Express Courier (DHL/FedEx/UPS)
Origin Sourcing Hubs:
Shenzhen Hub, Hong Kong Hub
Destination Gateways:
All 50 US States Door-to-Door
Key Service Features:
- Fastest transit
- End-to-end milestone tracking
- Ideal for samples and urgent replenishment
Express Divisor: L x W x H (cm) / 5,000
Ocean Seaport Terminals
Major verified container sea routes
| China Origin Port | United States Port | Sea Transit |
|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen YantianCNYTN | Port of Long BeachUSLGB | 12–14 Days Sea Run |
| Shanghai YangshanCNSGH | Port of Los AngelesUSLAX | 13–15 Days Sea Run |
| Ningbo-ZhoushanCNNGB | Port of New York / New JerseyUSNYC | 26–30 Days Sea Run |
International Airport Gateways
Scheduled air freighter flight hours
| Departure Airport | Arrival Airport | Flight Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong International[HKG] | Los Angeles International[LAX] | 12.5 Hours |
| Guangzhou Baiyun[CAN] | Chicago O'Hare[ORD] | 14.0 Hours |
Import Regulatory Guide
Customs Duties, VAT & Compliance in United States
Transparent tax calculation models and verified import documentation requirements enforced by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Duty & VAT Calculation Formula
Currency: USD ($)Customs Duty = CIF Value x HS Tariff Rate (+ Section 301 Tariffs if applicable); Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) = 0.3464% (Min $31.67, Max $614.35)
De Minimis Exemption:
$800 USD (Section 321 Duty-Free Exemption)
Standard VAT / Tax Rate:
0% Federal (State Sales Tax applies locally)
Mandatory Import Compliance Checklist
- Mandatory ISF (10+2) electronic filing at least 24 hours prior to origin vessel departure
- Continuous Customs Import Bond required for formal commercial entries exceeding $2,500
- FDA prior notice & registration required for medical devices, cosmetics, and food-contact goods
- FCC certification required for radio frequency & telecommunication electronics
Amazon FBA Inbound Pallet Specs
CARP CompliantEnforced at fulfillment centers across United States
Pallet Dimensions:1.20m x 1.00m x 1.80m (48" x 40" x 72")
Pallet Type / Grade:GMA Grade B or higher (4-Way Solid Wood)
Max Pallet Weight:680.4 kg
Max Double-Stack Height:2.54 meters
Standard Box Limit:23 kg max
Team Lift Warning Tier:23.0 kg – 45.0 kg
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Knowledge Base & FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions: China to United States
Verified logistics advice on customs, DDP terms, battery shipping, and Amazon FBA first-leg delivery.
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