Reliable Ocean & Air Freight Shipping from China to USA

Discover affordable shipping options from China to the USA with Welltrans Logistics. We offer solutions for sea freight, air freight, and door-to-door delivery to meet your needs.

POL (China)	POD (USA)	20ft Container Cost	40ft Container Cost
Shanghai	New York	$2,450	$3,400
Shenzhen	New York	$2,200	$3,350
Qingdao	New York	$2,550	$3,250
Ningbo	New York	$2,400	$3,150
Guangzhou	New York	$2,650	$3,350
Tianjin	New York	$2,900	$3,400
Shanghai	Los Angeles	$2,450	$3,400
Shenzhen	Los Angeles	$2,300	$3,450
Qingdao	Los Angeles	$2,650	$3,350
Ningbo	Los Angeles	$2,500	$3,250
Guangzhou	Los Angeles	$2,750	$3,450
Tianjin	Los Angeles	$3,100	$3,700

Delivery duration from China to the USA depends on the shipping method. Sea freight typically requires 30 to 45 days, whereas air freight delivers in 3 to 7 days. Duration may differ based on routes, origins, and destinations.

Shipping Method	Shipping Time (China to USA)
Sea Freight (FCL & LCL)	30-45 days
Air Freight	3-7 days
Express Shipping	2-5 days
Door to Door Shipping	40-50 days

Container shipments from China to the USA typically take 25 to 35 days to arrive at the west coast (Los Angeles), and 30 to 45 days for the east coast (via Panama Canal).

POL (China)	POD (USA)	Transit Time
Shanghai	Los Angeles	25 days
Shanghai	New York	30 days
Shanghai	Savannah	32 days
Shanghai	Charleston	32 days
Shenzhen	Los Angeles	28 days
Shenzhen	New York	30 days
Shenzhen	Savannah	34 days
Shenzhen	Charleston	37 days
Qingdao	Los Angeles	27 days
Qingdao	New York	35 days
Qingdao	Savannah	37 days
Qingdao	Charleston	34 days

Shipping from China to USA with Welltrans Logistics’ door-to-door service provides an all-in-one solution, managing every step efficiently.

Our Door to Door solution streamlines the process, picking up goods from your Chinese supplier and delivering them straight to your US address. Welltrans Logistics ensures a hassle-free experience with full transparency and real-time tracking.

Choose from our Door to Door Shipping options tailored to your needs:

• Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU): We deliver to your doorstep, while you handle import duties, taxes, and customs fees upon arrival in the USA.
• Delivered Duty Paid (DDP): We cover all expenses, including duties, taxes, and customs clearance, for a seamless delivery.
• Less-than-Container Load (LCL) Door-to-Door: Perfect for smaller shipments, combining multiple loads into one container for efficient delivery.
• Full-Container Load (FCL) Door-to-Door: Designed for larger shipments, using a dedicated container to reduce risks of damage or contamination.
• Air Freight Door-to-Door: Ideal for urgent deliveries, ensuring your goods reach the USA from China in just a few days.

Estimating duties and taxes for imports from China to the USA requires identifying the product category, calculating duties, and factoring in extra fees. Follow this step-by-step guide:

1. Identify the HS Code
Every imported product has an HS Code (Harmonized System Code), a global standard for classifying goods. This code sets the tariff rate. You can look up the HS Code on the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) or the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) portal.

2. Check the Applicable Tariff Rate
Using the HS Code, find the tariff rate on the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or USITC Tariff Database. Rates differ by product—some may qualify for exemptions, while others may incur anti-dumping or countervailing duties, particularly for Chinese imports.

HS Code	Product Category	Estimated Customs Duty
8504	Electrical Transformers	2.5%
6204	Women’s Suits	16.5%
8471	Computers and Components	0%
9503	Toys	0-12%
8703	Passenger Vehicles	2.5%
4202	Handbags	5-20%
8528	Televisions	0-5%

3. Compute the Duty Amount
Duties are based on the Cost, Insurance, and Freight (CIF) value, covering the product cost, shipping, and insurance. Formula:
Duty Amount = CIF Value × Tariff Rate
For example, with a CIF value of $1,000 and a 10% rate, the duty is $1,000 × 10% = $100.

4. Additional Charges
The USA does not impose a national VAT, but imports may face:
– Anti-dumping (AD) and Countervailing Duties (CVD): Levied if goods are found to be unfairly subsidized or dumped.
– Port Charges: Including fees for unloading and storage at US ports.

5. Total Duty and Fee Calculation
Add all charges together: Total Duties = Duty Amount + Additional Fees. Ensure you have documents like commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin ready for smooth customs processing.

Freight forwarders are essential for shipping from China to the USA, managing logistics to ensure a seamless process. Their key roles include:

• Document Management: Verifying that all shipping paperwork complies with global standards.
• Customs Processing: Handling customs requirements to prevent delays and additional fees.
• Shipment Tracking: Offering real-time updates for enhanced visibility and safety.

Welltrans Logistics, a dependable freight forwarder for shipping from China to the USA, delivers tailored solutions for all logistics needs. Whether it’s Full Container Load (FCL), Less-than-Container Load (LCL) ocean freight, or expedited air freight, we cater to shipments of any size or urgency.

Our skilled team at Welltrans Logistics is well-versed in China and USA import/export rules, assisting with paperwork preparation—such as commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin—to guarantee efficient customs clearance and reduce delays.