LCL shipping from China to the USA
Ship smaller cargo in shared container space from China to a US port or discuss delivery to your final destination.
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Share a container, plan around your cargo.
LCL combines shipments from different shippers in one container. It can be useful when your goods do not fill a container and you want to compare the full cost and schedule with FCL.
Measure before you book
Carton count, dimensions, total volume and weight help determine the appropriate LCL arrangement.
Allow for consolidation
Cargo is received and consolidated before sailing, then separated at destination. These steps can affect the delivery schedule.
Review the full quotation
Check origin handling, ocean freight, destination fees, customs and any final delivery charges rather than ocean freight alone.
From supplier to destination.
The exact steps and responsibilities depend on the service agreed for your shipment.
Share your cargo details
Provide the origin city, US destination, commodity, carton count, dimensions and gross weight.
Confirm the quotation
Review the sailing plan, service scope, chargeable volume and included costs.
Receive and consolidate
Cargo is delivered or collected as agreed, documented and consolidated for ocean transport.
Deconsolidate and deliver
After arrival, cargo is separated and cleared, with onward delivery arranged if included.
Less than container load questions.
Start with the essentials, then ask us about your cargo and destination.
How is LCL freight charged?
Charges often depend on the shipment’s volume or weight, plus applicable origin and destination fees. Ask for the chargeable basis and the complete quotation.
Is LCL slower than FCL?
LCL may require additional consolidation and deconsolidation time. The actual difference depends on schedules, ports, customs and the service selected.
What affects the transit time?
Port pairs, sailing schedules, customs and destination handling all affect the schedule. Confirm whether an estimate covers port-to-port transport or final delivery.
Are customs clearance and duties included?
The scope depends on your quotation and the agreed trade terms. Confirm who handles clearance and pays duties, taxes, inspections and destination charges before booking.
Can you deliver to an Amazon fulfillment center?
Share the FBA warehouse or US ZIP code, cargo details and delivery requirements. We can check the available arrangement and quote the agreed scope.
Need a dedicated container? Explore full container shipping.
Compare the options that fit your shipment.
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