Shipping From China to USA — Air & Sea Freight
Air and sea freight from any Chinese supplier to any US address. Both modes available with DDP — import duties and Section 301 tariffs pre-paid. Amazon FBA US delivery included.
Freight Options
How to Ship From China to USA
Air and sea freight from any Chinese city to the United States — both modes available with DDP delivery, ISF filing and CBP customs clearance handled by Latynex.
Air Freight — 6–14 Days
Direct air freight from Shanghai Pudong (PVG), Shenzhen Bao'an (SZX) and Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) to major US gateways: Los Angeles (LAX), New York JFK, Chicago O'Hare (ORD) and San Francisco (SFO). Best for time-sensitive, high-value or low-weight shipments.
Sea Freight — 25–40 Days
FCL (20ft / 40ft / 40HC) and LCL from Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen (Yantian/Shekou) and Guangzhou (Nansha) to Long Beach, Los Angeles, New York/New Jersey, Seattle/Tacoma and Savannah. Most cost-effective for regular volume cargo.
Amazon FBA USA
Direct delivery to Amazon US fulfilment centres. FNSKU labeling, carton compliance, palletisation and partnered-carrier booking included. DDP available — US import duties pre-paid by Latynex so your FBA shipment lands without additional charges.
Express Air — 3–5 Days
Urgent shipments via express air courier. Samples, replacement stock and time-critical consignments delivered door-to-door across the US in 3–5 days from Shenzhen or Shanghai. Suitable for shipments where air freight lead times are not fast enough.
DDP — Duties Pre-Paid
US import duty, CBP customs fees and ISF filing pre-paid by Latynex under DDP. No customs broker required on your side. One all-inclusive landed cost quote before cargo leaves China. Available on air and sea freight.
US Customs Documentation
ISF (10+2) filing, commercial invoice, packing list, CBP entry and customs bond — all prepared and filed by our US customs broker. Section 301 tariff classification confirmed before you book. Applicable for both air and sea shipments.
The Process
How China to USA Shipping Works
Eight stages from your Chinese supplier to final delivery in the United States — all managed by Latynex.
China-to-USA freight involves two customs clearances — export in China and import with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) — plus ISF filing and, for most Chinese-origin goods, Section 301 tariff classification. Each stage has documentation requirements that differ by mode. Latynex manages all of this as a single service so that your cargo moves without gaps or handoff failures between parties.
Quote request with cargo and HS code details
Send us your supplier's collection address in China, cargo description, weight and dimensions, US delivery address and preferred freight mode. We confirm the HTS code classification, calculate applicable Section 301 tariffs and US import duty, then send an all-in DDP or DAP quote.
Supplier collection from China
Our China-based team collects from your supplier's factory or warehouse anywhere in mainland China. We photograph and count goods at pickup. Multi-supplier consolidation is available — we combine cargo from several factories into one shipment before export.
ISF filing — 24 hours before vessel loading
For ocean freight shipments, US Customs and Border Protection requires ISF (Importer Security Filing, also known as '10+2') to be filed at least 24 hours before cargo is loaded at the Chinese port. Our US-licensed customs broker files the ISF using your shipment and supplier data. Late ISF filing can result in CBP penalties.
China export warehouse and FBA prep
Cargo arrives at our China export warehouse. For FBA shipments: FNSKU labeling per unit, carton compliance checks, box content uploads to Seller Central. For standard shipments: quantities verified, export documentation prepared. Commercial invoice and packing list are finalised at this stage.
Export customs clearance in China
Our China team files the export customs declaration at the origin port or airport. Cargo is cleared for export and loaded onto the agreed vessel or flight. You receive a bill of lading or airway bill with tracking references once the shipment departs.
International freight: air or sea
Your cargo travels to the US via your agreed mode. Air: 6–14 days to LAX, JFK, ORD or SFO. Sea LCL/FCL: 25–40 days to Long Beach, LA, New York/NJ, Seattle or Savannah. We provide tracking updates at each milestone.
US CBP import customs clearance
Our US-licensed customs broker files the CBP entry when cargo arrives at the US port or airport. For DDP shipments, Latynex pays all applicable import duties, Section 301 tariffs and CBP processing fees directly. For DAP shipments, we notify you of the duty amount for self-payment. Customs bond coverage is included.
Final delivery to your US address
Cleared cargo is collected by domestic carrier and delivered to your warehouse, Amazon FBA fulfilment centre, 3PL or any US business address. For Amazon FBA, we book the partnered-carrier delivery appointment and manage the handoff to the Amazon dock. Residential delivery is available on request.
Transit & Cost
China → USA: Transit Times and DDP Cost Guide
Indicative all-in DDP rates for the China–USA corridor — freight, US import duty, applicable Section 301 tariffs, ISF filing, CBP fees and last-mile delivery included. Exact quotes depend on cargo details and current market rates.
All figures are indicative ranges including freight, US import duty, Section 301 tariffs (where applicable), ISF filing, CBP processing fees and delivery. Import duty and Section 301 tariff rates depend on your product's HTS code and are confirmed before booking. Freight rates vary with market conditions, fuel surcharges and port congestion. Contact Latynex for a specific quote.
Air vs sea — choosing the right mode: Air freight delivers in 6–14 days and is the right choice for high-value cargo, time-sensitive restocks and shipments where stock-out cost exceeds the freight premium. Sea freight is the default for regular high-volume importers where 25–40 day transit is acceptable — the per-unit cost advantage over air is significant for heavy or bulky goods. Note that Section 301 tariff costs are the same regardless of freight mode — they are determined by your product classification, not how it travels.
DDP vs DAP
DDP vs DAP Shipping to USA — What's the Difference?
For most importers without an established US customs broker, DDP is the correct choice. Here is how the two Incoterms compare for China–USA shipments.
Under US DDP, Latynex acts as the Importer of Record (IOR) and pays all CBP duties and fees upfront. Under DAP, the buyer is the IOR and is responsible for appointing a US customs broker, obtaining a customs bond and paying all duties directly. For first-time US importers and Amazon FBA sellers, DDP removes significant administrative complexity.
Ports & Airports
China Origin Points to US Gateway Ports
The main port and airport pairings for China–USA freight — by freight mode.
- Shanghai Pudong (PVG) → Los Angeles (LAX)
- Shanghai Pudong (PVG) → New York JFK
- Shenzhen (SZX) → Los Angeles (LAX)
- Guangzhou (CAN) → Chicago O'Hare (ORD) / SFO
- Any Chinese airport → any US city, door-to-door
- Shanghai (SIPG) → Long Beach / Los Angeles
- Ningbo–Zhoushan → Long Beach / Seattle
- Shenzhen (Yantian) → Long Beach / LA
- Guangzhou (Nansha) → New York / Savannah
- All origins available for FCL and LCL
US Customs
Importing Into the USA — What You Need to Know
A practical guide to US import requirements for businesses shipping from China — duties, Section 301 tariffs, ISF filing and de minimis rules explained.
US Import Duties (HTS)
US import duties are classified using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS). Rates vary by product category. Most electronics: 0–3.5% MFN rate. Clothing and textiles: 5–32%. Industrial machinery: 0–3.7%. Note: Section 301 tariffs apply additionally to most goods of Chinese origin — these are separate from standard HTS rates and can be significant.
Section 301 Tariffs on Chinese Goods
Section 301 tariffs are additional duties applied to most Chinese-origin goods under US trade law. Rates depend on product classification: List 1, 2 and 3 goods attract an additional 25%; List 4A goods attract 7.5%. Combined with standard HTS duty, total duty on some Chinese products can reach 35%+. We confirm your applicable Section 301 rate before quoting.
ISF Filing and CBP Bond
All ocean shipments to the US require ISF (Importer Security Filing, '10+2') filed with CBP at least 24 hours before vessel departure from China. A CBP customs bond is required to file the import entry — either a single-entry bond or a continuous bond. Our US-licensed customs broker handles both as part of every sea freight shipment.
De Minimis Threshold — $800
Goods shipped to the US with a declared value under $800 may qualify for de minimis entry (Section 321), meaning no formal CBP entry or import duty applies. However, Section 301 tariffs are not automatically waived under de minimis rules for all product categories. Commercial shipments above $800 require formal CBP entry regardless of mode.
US customs information is for guidance only. Section 301 tariff rates, HTS classifications and CBP requirements are subject to change under US trade policy. Latynex calculates exact duty and tariff amounts for every DDP shipment from your confirmed HTS code — we do not estimate. This page is for general orientation only and does not constitute legal, customs or tax advice.
Amazon FBA USA
Shipping From China to Amazon FBA USA
Latynex handles the complete FBA supply chain from any Chinese supplier to Amazon US fulfilment centres — prep, customs, DDP delivery.
Amazon US Fulfilment Centres
We deliver to Amazon US FCs across the country — ONT8 (Ontario, CA), LAX9 (Eastvale, CA), PHX3 (Goodyear, AZ), BFI4 (Kent, WA) and others as assigned by your Seller Central shipment plan. We deliver to whatever FC Amazon specifies at the time of shipment creation.
FNSKU Labeling & FBA Prep
FNSKU labels are applied per unit in our China warehouse before export. Cartons are built to Amazon's weight and dimension limits. Box content information is uploaded to Seller Central. Poly-bagging and bubble-wrapping available for fragile or restricted categories.
DDP FBA — Duties + Section 301 Pre-Paid
Under DDP, Latynex pre-pays US import duty and applicable Section 301 tariffs as part of the FBA shipment cost. No additional charges arrive at the Amazon FC or on your Amazon account. The landed DDP cost is confirmed before cargo leaves China.
Partnered Carrier Delivery
For US FBA deliveries, we use Amazon's partnered carrier program where available, which Amazon-handles the last leg at preferential rates. For non-partnered delivery, we arrange certified Amazon-compliant carriers with delivery appointment booking.
FBA USA — Indicative Timelines
Ready to quote your China → USA shipment?
Tell us your cargo details — mode, weight and destination. We'll confirm Section 301 classification and send an all-in DDP quote same day.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions — Shipping From China to USA
Common questions from importers and Amazon sellers setting up China–USA freight for the first time.
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