Freight Forwarding Services Explained: From Booking to Door-to-Door
Many shippers think a forwarder only "books space". In reality, modern freight forwarding covers the entire chain from factory pickup to final delivery. Taking Dezong Logistics as an example, our services include:
1. International freight booking
Choose the right channel by cargo and timeline: sea shipping (FCL/LCL for cost-efficient volume), air freight for urgent, high-value cargo, China-Europe railway and China-Europe trucking for European destinations, plus Matson express — the fastest US ocean service.
2. Export handling and customs
Factory pickup, container trucking to Yantian/Shekou/Shenzhen airport, loading and securing, palletizing and wrapping; export customs declaration, manifest and VGM handling, supporting both tax-rebate and buy-export declaration models.
3. Warehousing and packing
Our Shenzhen warehouse offers storage, consolidation, repacking, labeling and palletizing. Cargo from multiple suppliers can be consolidated into one shipment to cut first-mile costs.
4. Destination clearance and delivery
Import clearance, duty prepayment, FBA appointment and check-in, overseas warehouse transloading, last-mile trucking or courier delivery, under flexible terms such as DDP and DDU — door to door.
5. Insurance and value-added services
All-risk marine/air cargo insurance, certificates of origin (CO/FORM E/FORM A), cargo photos and inspection services.
Not sure which channel fits your cargo? Contact Dezong Logistics for a tailored plan and free quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: FOB nominated forwarder vs. my own forwarder?
A: Under FOB the buyer nominates the carrier and you deliver to their warehouse. Using your own forwarder (CIF/DDP) gives you control of transit and costs, and keeps your export tax rebate intact.
Q: What does DDP mean and who is it for?
A: DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) means the seller covers the entire transport plus destination duties and clearance — ideal for Amazon sellers and buyers without import capability.
Q: Can I book space only and handle the rest myself?
A: Yes. Services are modular — from space booking alone to fully door-to-door.