How Do I Ship a Large Shipment from China to the USA?

For large shipments, ocean freight is usually the most cost-effective option.

Full Container Load
Best for large volumes that can fill a container.

Less than Container Load

Suitable when the shipment is too small to fill a full container.

The basic process is: Pickup in China → Export customs → Ocean freight → U.S. customs clearance → Local delivery.

Before shipping, confirm the HS Code, cargo weight and volume, U.S. delivery address, importer information, and applicable duties and customs requirements.

For large shipments, compare the total cost of FCL, LCL, and DDP/DAP before choosing the best option.