Sea Freight From China — Yuntuo International Logistics

Sea Freight Options

FCL (Full Container Load)

Dedicated container for your cargo only. Best for large shipments. Available in 20GP, 40GP, and 40HQ containers.

LCL (Less than Container Load)

Share container with other shippers. Cost-effective for smaller shipments. We consolidate at our warehouse.

Consolidation

Multiple suppliers? We collect from different factories, consolidate at our Shenzhen warehouse, and ship as one.

When to Choose Sea Freight

Sea freight is the preferred choice for certain types of shipments.

Larger Shipments

When your cargo volume exceeds 2-3 CBM, sea freight becomes more cost-effective than air.

Cost-Sensitive Cargo

Sea freight offers significantly lower per-unit shipping costs, ideal for bulk commodities.

Non-Urgent Shipments

When delivery timeline allows 2-6 weeks. Ideal for planned inventory and scheduled deliveries.

Palletized / Commercial Cargo

Standard palletized goods, machinery parts, and commercial shipments are well-suited.

FCL vs LCL: Which is Right for You?

Understanding the difference helps you choose the most cost-effective option.

Factor	FCL (Full Container)	LCL (Shared Container)
Best For	15+ CBM shipments	Less than 15 CBM
Cost Structure	Flat container rate	Rate per CBM
Handling	Single shipment, less handling	Consolidation at warehouse
Transit Time	Standard	Slightly longer (consolidation)

Learn more about FCL vs LCL →

Major China Origin Ports

We ship from all major Chinese ports. We help you choose the best port based on your supplier location.

Shenzhen / Yantian

South China Hub

Shekou / Nansha

Guangdong Region

Shanghai

East China Hub

Ningbo

Zhejiang Region

Qingdao

North China

Destination Markets

China to USA China to Canada China to UK China to Germany China to France China to Netherlands China to Saudi Arabia China to UAE

How Sea Freight Works

1

Factory Pickup

We collect from supplier

2

China Handling

Warehouse / port

3

Export

Customs & docs

4

Ocean Transit

Sea freight

5

Import Customs

Destination clearance

6

Final Delivery

Door or port

Transit Time Factors

Estimated port-to-port transit times may range from approximately 18-35 days depending on route, carrier and schedule.

Factors That Affect Transit Time

Origin and destination ports
Direct vs. transshipment routes
Carrier schedule and frequency
Customs clearance time
Port congestion

Door-to-Door Considerations

Destination customs clearance
Port to door trucking
Final delivery location
Local holidays
Documentation completeness

Why Ship With Yuntuo

China Operations

Shenzhen HQ

Factory Pickup

We collect from suppliers

Consolidation

Multi-supplier service

Dedicated Support

Personal account manager

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does sea freight from China take?

Estimated port-to-port transit times may range from approximately 18-25 days to USA West Coast, 25-35 days to USA East Coast, 25-30 days to UK, and 22-30 days to major European ports, depending on route, carrier and schedule. Door-to-door delivery adds additional time.

What's the difference between FCL and LCL?

FCL (Full Container Load) means you rent the entire container for your cargo only. LCL means your cargo shares a container with other shippers. FCL is more expensive but faster. LCL is economical for smaller shipments but takes slightly longer.

Do you handle customs clearance?

We offer customs clearance services at destination for eligible shipments. For DDP shipments, we can arrange clearance and applicable duties/taxes depending on destination, cargo type and service requirements.

What documents do I need for sea freight?

Basic documents include: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and certificate of origin. Additional documents may be required depending on cargo type and destination. Our team will guide you.

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