If you have goods that need sea freight shipping from China, please let our sales team at Sunny Worldwide Logistics know what your products are, the destination country, and whether you need DDP shipping from China. Based on your cargo volume and budget, we provide customized solutions for both Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) shipping, including freight costs and transit times, helping you save at least 5% on ocean shipping costs.
A 20-foot container shipped from China to Asia usually costs around $1,400 to $2,000. A 20-foot container shipped to North America is approximately $1,900 to $2,600, while a 40-foot container shipped to the United States, Canada, or Mexico generally costs around $2,300 to $3,200. For smaller shipments, LCL shipping from China is charged based on cargo volume, typically around $50 to $250 per CBM. The final price will vary depending on the destination, cargo size, shipping route, container availability, shipping season, and port conditions.
For smaller quantities of cargo, LCL ocean freight is the right choice because you only pay for the space your goods occupy. Once your cargo reaches 13–15 CBM or more, it is usually more cost-effective to book FCL ocean shipping from China. The general sea freight transit time is 5–12 days within Asia, 15–40 days to North America, 25–45 days to Europe, and 18–30 days to Oceania.
If you need an accurate shipping time estimate, please provide our sales team with details including cargo weight, pickup city, destination, and container type. Sunny Worldwide Logistics promises that, within our scope of responsibility, we will provide full compensation for delays and cargo damage.
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Send these details: Pickup city in China, destination country, cargo weight, carton dimensions, total CBM, and product type.
Add if available: Packing list, proforma invoice, Incoterms, preferred container type, and delivery terms.
Lower your cost: Optimize carton size, combine shipments, avoid peak-season rush, and check whether FCL is better than LCL.
Choose this if: You need a route-based sea freight quote from China instead of a rough estimate.
Choosing between FCL and LCL depends on your cargo volume, budget, and shipping requirements. The sales team at Sunny Worldwide Logistics can help you quickly compare these two options and determine which one is the best fit for your shipment.
CBM = Length × Width × Height (in meters)
You must calculate CBM to know exactly how much space your cargo will take inside the container.
The bigger the total volume, the higher the shipping cost because in sea freight you pay for space, not for weight.
Here is the simple checklist of documents you must get from your supplier before starting your sea freight process:
1. Packing List: This document shows all the physical details of your cargo. It must include the total size, packaging size, product weight, and the exact weight of your cartons and pallets.
2. Proforma Invoice: This is the bill from your supplier, showing the price and details of the goods you are buying.
3. Shipping Terms (Incoterms): This shows the shipping rules you agreed on with your supplier when you bought the goods (for example, FOB or EXW).
4. Certificate of Origin: You must ask your supplier for this document. It proves officially that your goods were made in China.
1、Booking a Shipment
Booking a shipment is the first step in the sea freight process. Choose a reliable freight forwarder by comparing quotes and services. Provide detailed information about your shipment, including type of goods, volume, and destination.
2、Packaging and Labeling Requirements
Proper packaging and labeling are crucial for safety and compliance. Use durable materials to protect goods. Each package must be labeled with the destination address, handling instructions, and any hazardous material warnings. According to industry standards, correct labeling reduces shipping delays by 20%.
3、Customs Clearance Procedures
Customs clearance involves preparing and submitting essential documents like the commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading.
4、Loading and Transportation
After customs clearance, goods are loaded onto cargo ships using cranes and other equipment. This stage must be handled with precision to prevent damage.
5、Delivery and Unloading at Destination
At the destination port, goods are unloaded and undergo customs clearance. The freight forwarder manages the logistics of moving goods from the port to the final delivery point, using trucking or rail transport. Ensure all documentation is complete to facilitate a smooth delivery process.
1、Cost-effectiveness
Sea freight from China is highly cost-effective. It offers competitive rates compared to air freight, making it ideal for businesses looking to reduce shipping costs. For example, shipping a 40ft container from China to the US can be up to 75% cheaper than air freight.
2、Capacity for Large Shipments
China’s sea freight can handle large shipments efficiently. With high-capacity cargo ships, it is possible to transport bulk goods without incurring significant costs. This is particularly beneficial for industries like manufacturing and retail, where large quantities of goods are moved regularly.
3、Accessibility of Major Ports
China boasts some of the world’s most accessible ports. Ports like Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Ningbo-Zhoushan are equipped with advanced infrastructure and technology, ensuring smooth operations and reducing delays. These ports are strategically located to connect with global shipping routes, enhancing trade efficiency.
1、For nearly 30 years, Sunny Worldwide Logistics has never been late. Unless there is a natural disaster or force majeure event, our on-time delivery rate is 99%.
2、As long as you have cooperated with a single order, you can experience the value of "being a better shipper than the shipper", and it is highly likely that you will not look for a second one.
3、We have long-standing contracts with three major international shipping lines, demonstrating our credibility, service capability, and business capacity.
4、We serve as vice president members of 13 freight forwarding associations, reflecting our exceptional ability to coordinate international trade logistics—something few competitors can achieve.
5、Within our scope of responsibility, we fully compensate for delays and damages. Sunny Worldwide Logistics has the strength and confidence to stand behind its commitments. What is there to worry about?
6、Our key account services cover both order follow-up and logistics operations, with direct communication with overseas end customers. How many companies in this industry can do that?
7、Once a contract is signed, there are no hidden charges or additional fees. We never play tricks, nor do we engage in the common malpractices often seen in the international logistics industry.
8、We offer customized combinations of rail, sea, and air transportation to reduce either your shipping costs or transit time. It is difficult to find this level of tailored service elsewhere.
9、We take care of many miscellaneous tasks and charges on behalf of our clients and, as a principle, often do so without additional fees. It makes your work much easier. Who else is willing to do that?
10、When encountering LCL, our staff supervise the loading process on-site and even record videos to share with clients. We provide this level of service as well.
11、When product coding is disorganized, we redesign and refine shipping marks to simplify inventory checks and cargo verification. Others may do it, but rarely with such attention to detail.
12、Clients often designate Sunny Worldwide Logistics as their logistics partner. Through our close cooperation with factories, many factory partners have been so impressed by our service that they eventually became our clients as well.
13、We provide bookkeeping and shipment record services, compiling annual shipping reports that may be even more detailed than our clients' own records.
14、We set up warning mechanisms for our clients to address potential risks,This is the difference between experience and inexperience.
15、Based on each client's shipping habits, we maintain verified records and profiles that significantly reduce communication time. Few competitors can match our efficiency in time management.
16、We closely monitor changes in tax exemption and tax refund policies in various countries and notify clients promptly, helping reduce hidden costs that others may overlook.
17、If you purchase small items through online stores, we help consolidate, package, and prepare them for shipment. Many people notice these small tasks but choose not to do them—we do.
18、We manage inbound, outbound, and inventory operations using systems similar to ERP software, while sharing interfaces and data with our clients. It is difficult to find another company in China offering this level of transparency.
19、There are countless details you may never notice—for example, someone answering your call at 2:00 a.m. This is why our long-term clients never leave us.
20、In Shenzhen, if Sunny Worldwide Logistics cannot get it done, there is little point in looking elsewhere.
