Live Shipping Rates from China

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See exactly what you should be paying to ship from China. Compare top shipping lines, spot hidden markups, and negotiate better rates.

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// Example: 500g package to US
{
  "carrier": "Yun Express",
  "weight": 500,
  "cost_per_kg": $11.59,
  "total": $8.42
}

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Standard Product: Regular items like clothing, accessories, electronics (no batteries), home goods, and general merchandise.
The Basics

How Shipping Rates Work

Understanding the formula helps you negotiate better rates with your suppliers

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Weight vs Volume

Carriers charge by volumetric weight if size exceeds weight significantly. A 50ร—50ร—50cm item may be charged in kilograms even at 50g.

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Ticket/Processing Fee

Every shipment has a fixed base fee ($3-15) regardless of weight. This covers customs docs, handling, and processing at origin.

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Route Matters

US and EU have the most competitive rates due to high volume. Remote destinations add surcharges. USA includes tariffs, EU needs IOSS (~$0.40/pkg).

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How Agents Price Shipping

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Fixed Fee Per Order

Some agents add a flat fee ($1-5) to every shipment. This covers processing, picking, and packing costs. Transparent and easy to calculate.

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Percentage Markup

Others mark up shipping costs by 10-30%. This can be expensive on heavy items. Always ask for the base rate they're paying.

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Hidden Markups

Some agents inflate rates significantly and hope you don't check. They might quote $25 when the real cost is $12. Use our calculator to verify.

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FAQ

Common Questions

Everything you need to know about shipping from China

For items under 2kg, China Post SAL or ePacket offer the best value (2-4 weeks delivery). For time-sensitive items, use our calculator to compare express options. Special lines for batteries or liquids cost 20-40% more but are necessary for restricted products.
Lithium batteries are classified as dangerous goods. Regular air freight carriers (DHL, FedEx standard) won't accept them. Specialized battery lines use specific packaging, labeling, and routing to comply with IATA regulations. They're slower but legally compliant.
Rates shown are base shipping costs. Final prices may include fuel surcharges (varies monthly), remote area fees, and customs duties (for DDP shipping). Always confirm the final quote with your freight forwarder before confirming orders.
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) includes customs clearance and import duties in the shipping cost - you pay everything upfront. DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid) means you pay shipping only, and the recipient pays customs duties on delivery. DDP is simpler but usually costs 15-25% more.