🇺🇸 China → United States

Shipping from China to the USA — Air, Sea & Express FreightEnvíos de China a Estados Unidos — Carga aérea, marítima y exprés

West Coast and East Coast ocean lanes, fast air freight and Amazon FBA delivery — with ISF and customs-bond guidance, supplier pickup and consolidation managed by one 24/7 team.Rutas marítimas a la costa oeste y este, carga aérea rápida y entrega a Amazon FBA — con orientación sobre ISF y fianza aduanera, recogida en el proveedor y consolidación gestionadas por un equipo 24/7.

24/7 team: +86 17318066186

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Air Freight Sea Freight Express Courier
Gateways: Los Angeles / Long Beach · New York / New Jersey · Savannah · Houston · Oakland · Seattle-Tacoma · Los Angeles (LAX) · New York (JFK) · Chicago (ORD) · Dallas (DFW) · Miami (MIA)
Delivery: Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Houston, Miami, Atlanta & nationwide
24/7 quote & shipment support
Method comparison

Shipping Methods from China to the USAMétodos de envío de China a Estados Unidos

Every method compared honestly — and we'll tell you when the cheaper one is right.

MethodTypical transit*Best use case
Air Freight3–10 daysHeavy air capacity from Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong into LAX, JFK, ORD and other gate.
Sea Freight (FCL & LCL)15–45 daysWest Coast sailings to Los Angeles/Long Beach typically run 15–25 days, East Coast lanes to New York or Savann.
Express Courier3–7 daysTracked door-to-door courier delivery for samples, small parcels and urgent lightweight goods across the US.

* Indicative ranges for planning. Transit time depends on cargo type, route, customs inspection, and carrier schedule.

Air Freight from China to the USA

Heavy air capacity from Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong into LAX, JFK, ORD and other gateways for urgent, high-value and FBA replenishment cargo.

Typical transit: 3–10 days* Rates: request a route-specific quote

Sea Freight (FCL & LCL) from China to the USA

West Coast sailings to Los Angeles/Long Beach typically run 15–25 days, East Coast lanes to New York or Savannah around 30–45 days. FCL for volume, LCL for smaller consignments, with ISF filed before vessel loading.

Typical transit: 15–45 days* Rates: request a route-specific quote

Express Courier from China to the USA

Tracked door-to-door courier delivery for samples, small parcels and urgent lightweight goods across the US.

Typical transit: 3–7 days* Rates: request a route-specific quote
Origin side

China Pickup & Consolidation

Cargo bound for United States is collected from factories, supplier warehouses and wholesale markets across Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Ningbo, Yiwu and 20+ more cities — including goods bought through 1688, Taobao and Alibaba. At handover we count cartons, photograph the cargo and measure real dimensions, then consolidate multiple suppliers into one shipment where it saves you money.

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Destination side

Import Paperwork & Customs for United States

US commercial imports are cleared by CBP against an importer of record with a customs bond, and ocean shipments require an ISF ('10+2') filing before the vessel loads in China. Duty rates depend on the HS code and current trade measures applying to China-origin goods — rates vary by product and should be checked before booking. Regulated products may also involve agencies such as FDA or FCC.

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Required Documents ChecklistLista de documentos requeridos

  • Commercial invoice (detailed, values matching the cargo)
  • Packing list (matching the invoice exactly)
  • Transport document — bill of lading or air waybill
  • Cargo description, product photos and HS codes
  • Supplier and buyer details, destination address
  • Importer of record + customs bond required for commercial imports (CBP)
  • ISF ('10+2') filing before vessel loading for ocean cargo
  • Duty rates vary by HS code and current trade measures on China-origin goods — check before booking
  • FDA / FCC and similar agency requirements for regulated products
Cargo

Common Cargo on the USA Lane

Amazon FBA stockConsumer electronicsApparelFurnitureToysTools & hardwareeCommerce inventory

Special cargo — declare it

Batteries, liquids, powders, magnets, chemicals, cosmetics, food and branded goods require review before quotation. Declaring them up front keeps your shipment compliant, priced correctly and moving.

Plan your dates

Estimated Transit Time GuidanceGuía de tiempos de tránsito estimados

Transit time depends on cargo type, route, customs inspection, and carrier schedule — these ranges are for planning, and we confirm a realistic window when you request a quote.

MethodTypical door-to-door window*Main variables
Air Freight3–10 daysSeason, cargo type, customs processing, carrier schedule
Sea Freight (FCL & LCL)15–45 daysSeason, cargo type, customs processing, carrier schedule
Express Courier3–7 daysSeason, cargo type, customs processing, carrier schedule

* Peak seasons (Chinese New Year, major shopping periods) can extend every method.

Quote Request Checklist

Send these details and receive a route-specific quote — usually within hours:

  • Product name & photos
  • Pickup city / supplier address in China
  • Destination city & delivery address in United States
  • Number of cartons & total gross weight
  • Carton dimensions & total CBM
  • Cargo ready date & preferred method
  • Batteries, liquids, powders, magnets, chemicals or branded goods — declared
Why us

Why Choose China Logistics CorporationPor qué elegir China Logistics Corporation

  • One accountable partner from supplier pickup in China to delivery in United States
  • Cargo verified at handover — counts, photos, real measurements
  • Document review before shipping, where fixes cost minutes
  • Consolidation across suppliers to cut fixed costs
  • Honest method comparison — including when the cheaper option is right
  • 24/7 team on phone, WhatsApp and WeChat: +86 17318066186

Support that follows your time zone

Questions from United States get answered in your business hours — not China's. Urgent quote requests are handled the hour they arrive.

Answers before you ask

Frequently Asked Questions — Shipping to USAPreguntas frecuentes

How long does shipping from China to the USA take?

Each method has its own typical window on this lane: air freight typically 3–10 days; sea freight (fcl & lcl) typically 15–45 days; express courier typically 3–7 days. Those ranges cover the main transport leg; add time for supplier handover, export handling in China, customs clearance at destination, and final delivery to your address. Peak seasons before major holidays and shopping events can stretch schedules further as capacity tightens. As always, transit time depends on cargo type, route, customs inspection, and carrier schedule, so treat published ranges as planning guidance rather than a promise. When you request a quote we confirm a realistic window for the specific departure actually available on your dates. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

What is the cheapest way to ship from China to the USA?

Ocean freight is by far the cheapest per kilogram — West Coast lanes are quicker, East Coast lanes cheaper to reach eastern states — while air and express cost more but land within days. The honest answer, though, depends on your cargo profile: for very small parcels, courier is often cheapest overall because its price bundles pickup, export, clearance, and delivery into one figure, while heavier and bulkier cargo saves dramatically on ocean or overland options. Cost per kilogram also falls as volume grows, and consolidating several supplier orders into one shipment cuts the fixed costs that every consignment pays. Send your weight, dimensions, and cargo-ready date and we will price the realistic options side by side. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

Which ports and airports handle cargo from China to the USA?

On the destination side, ocean cargo on this route typically arrives via Los Angeles / Long Beach, New York / New Jersey, Savannah, Houston, Oakland, Seattle-Tacoma, while air cargo lands at Los Angeles (LAX), New York (JFK), Chicago (ORD), Dallas (DFW), Miami (MIA). On the China side we ship from the major export hubs — Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Ningbo, Tianjin, and Qingdao for ocean freight, and Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, and Hong Kong for air uplift — choosing the origin gateway closest to your supplier to keep domestic costs down. The best combination depends on your delivery city (Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Houston and other destinations are all served), the schedule on your dates, and current rates, all of which we compare when quoting. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

What documents are required to import from China into the USA?

Every commercial shipment travels with a core set: a detailed commercial invoice, a packing list that matches it exactly, the transport document (bill of lading or air waybill), and accurate cargo descriptions with HS codes. For the USA specifically, importers should also be prepared for the following: Importer of record + customs bond required for commercial imports (CBP); ISF ('10+2') filing before vessel loading for ocean cargo; Duty rates vary by HS code and current trade measures on China-origin goods — check before booking; FDA / FCC and similar agency requirements for regulated products. Import rules vary by destination country and product category, so documentation should be checked before booking — our team helps review the documents needed before shipment and flags anything missing while it is still easy to fix. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

Can you deliver door-to-door to my address in United States?

Yes — after your cargo arrives and clears customs, we coordinate the final leg to business addresses, warehouses, and fulfillment centers in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Houston and other destinations, arranging destination trucking where available. For smaller shipments, express courier is inherently door-to-door with a single tracking number. To plan a smooth delivery we need an accurate address, a receiver contact who answers the phone, and honest unloading details — loading dock or street level, forklift or manual handling. If you prefer to collect from the port or airport yourself, we simply hand over cleanly with all documents in order. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

Can you pick up cargo from my supplier in China?

Yes — supplier pickup is one of our core services and covers factories, supplier warehouses, wholesale markets such as Yiwu and Guangzhou, trading companies, and goods purchased through 1688, Taobao, or Alibaba, across 25+ Chinese cities including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Ningbo, and Chengdu. At handover we count cartons, photograph the cargo, and measure real dimensions — the numbers your freight quote for the USA actually depends on — and send you confirmation. From there the cargo flows straight into consolidation or the booked freight plan without you having to coordinate anything locally. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

Can I combine orders from several suppliers into one shipment to the USA?

Yes, and for multi-supplier buyers it is usually the single biggest cost saver on this route. Each supplier sends goods to our consolidation warehouse under your reference; we receive, count, and photograph every delivery, inspect cartons, remove excess packaging to reduce volume, and combine everything into one shipment with one aligned set of documents. You pay the fixed costs of international shipping — handling, documentation, clearance, delivery — once instead of once per supplier, and larger combined volume often unlocks better per-kilogram or per-CBM rates as well. Storage during a normal consolidation window is part of the plan. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

Can you ship goods with batteries, liquids, or powders to the USA?

Often yes, but always after review: batteries, liquids, powders, magnets, chemicals, cosmetics, food, and branded goods are treated as special cargo, because carriers restrict how they travel and destination rules in United States may add certification or labeling requirements. Only some carriers and service levels accept sensitive goods, which can affect both price and transit time, and undeclared special cargo is the fastest way to have a shipment offloaded or held. Tell us exactly what the product contains when you request a quote — with photos and, where available, safety data sheets — and we will confirm the compliant options honestly before anything is booked. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

How are US duties on China-origin goods calculated?

Duty is assessed on the customs value according to the HS classification of your product, and additional trade measures applying to China-origin goods can significantly change the effective rate for certain categories. Because rates vary by product and change over time, we always recommend checking the current rate for your HS code before booking rather than relying on past shipments. Rules and procedures like this are exactly why documentation should be checked before booking: our team reviews the requirements for your specific product and destination as part of quotation, so nothing surprises you after the cargo has left China. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

Which shipping method should I choose for my cargo to the USA?

The available options on this route are Air Freight, Sea Freight (FCL & LCL), Express Courier. A simple rule of thumb: choose express for parcels and samples, air freight when the calendar matters more than the invoice, and ocean or overland options when cost per kilogram matters more than weeks. The real decision also weighs cargo value, density, restocking rhythm, and cash flow — faster transit means capital tied up in inventory for less time. Many customers split shipments: an air top-up to stay in stock plus a slower bulk load for economy. Tell us your priorities and we will recommend honestly, including when the cheaper option is the right one. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

What is an ISF filing and when is it due?

The Importer Security Filing, often called '10+2', is a data submission to US Customs and Border Protection required for ocean shipments, and it must be filed before the cargo is loaded onto the vessel in China. Late or missing ISF filings can trigger penalties and holds, so we collect the required details from you during booking. Rules and procedures like this are exactly why documentation should be checked before booking: our team reviews the requirements for your specific product and destination as part of quotation, so nothing surprises you after the cargo has left China. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

What details should I send to get a quote for the USA?

Send the product name and photos, pickup city or supplier address in China, destination city and delivery address in United States, number of cartons, total gross weight, carton dimensions, total volume in CBM, cargo value, cargo-ready date, and your preferred shipping method or required delivery timeline. Please also declare whether the cargo includes batteries, liquids, powders, magnets, chemicals, or branded goods, and mention insurance or repacking needs. The more complete the details, the faster and more accurate the quote — incomplete information is the main reason quotes need revising later. Customers can send shipment details to receive a route-specific quote at any hour. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

How do you help with customs clearance for United States?

Our support runs on both ends of the journey: in China we coordinate export declarations and check that invoices, packing lists, and labels tell one consistent story, and on the United States side we prepare the destination document set and coordinate with licensed customs brokers where local law requires one. Key considerations on this route include: Importer of record + customs bond required for commercial imports (CBP); ISF ('10+2') filing before vessel loading for ocean cargo; Duty rates vary by HS code and current trade measures on China-origin goods — check before booking. We do not make customs decisions — authorities do — but clean, complete, consistent paperwork is what makes clearance fast and inspections rare, and that part is very much in our control together. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

Do I need a customs bond and importer of record?

Yes — commercial imports into the USA are entered by an importer of record backed by a customs bond, either a single-entry bond for occasional shipments or a continuous bond for regular importers. If you are new to importing, tell us during quotation and we will explain what to arrange with your customs broker. Rules and procedures like this are exactly why documentation should be checked before booking: our team reviews the requirements for your specific product and destination as part of quotation, so nothing surprises you after the cargo has left China. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

How does the 24/7 team support importers in United States?

Around the clock, the team handles quote requests, route selection, shipment method comparison, supplier pickup coordination, document collection and review, import paperwork preparation guidance, freight status updates, delivery issue escalation, and urgent shipment planning. For importers in United States the time-zone coverage is the practical difference: your morning questions do not wait for a Chinese afternoon, and urgent quote requests get handled the hour they arrive. Our 24/7 team supports urgent quote requests and shipment coordination before, during, and after shipment — one contact from the first quote to the final delivery confirmation. Send your cargo details by WhatsApp or WeChat to +86 17318066186 and our 24/7 team will confirm the best option for your shipment.

24/7 logistics support

Get a Shipping Quote to USAObtenga una cotización de envío a EE. UU.

Send your cargo details on WhatsApp or WeChat and our 24/7 team replies with a route-specific quote for the USA.Envíe los detalles de su carga por WhatsApp o WeChat y nuestro equipo 24/7 le responderá con una cotización específica para su ruta.

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