So, you’ve found the perfect product in China. Maybe it’s a sleek gadget from a niche brand, or a bulk order of samples from a factory in Guangdong. But then comes the dreaded question: “How do I actually get this to my door?”
If you’ve asked a Chinese supplier for international shipping, you’ve probably heard “We only ship within China” or been quoted a freight price that costs more than the product itself.
Don’t worry. Shipping internationally from China is easy once you know how the “pros” do it.
1. The Consolidation Secret (Save on Freight)
The biggest mistake beginners make is shipping items one by one. International courier rates (like DHL or FedEx) are based on “first 0.5kg” pricing, which is always expensive.
The smart move? Consolidation. You send all your shopping—from different Taobao sellers or different factories—to one warehouse in China. We pack them into a single box, remove unnecessary packaging to reduce weight, and ship it as one. This is exactly what our China Sample Consolidation service is designed for.
2. Buying from Apps that Don’t Export
Apps like Xianyu (flea market) or 1688 (wholesale) are goldmines for low prices, but they are built for locals. They often require a Chinese bank account and a local address.
If you are eyeing a “China-only” limited edition item, you can use our China Product Proxy Shopping service. We buy it for you, inspect it at our office to make sure it’s not a scam, and then handle the international forwarding.
3. Dealing with Bulk & Wholesale
For business owners, shipping isn’t just about the box—it’s about the paperwork and reliability. If you are ordering in volume, you need to ensure the supplier is legit before the goods leave the country.
- Step 1: Use our Verify China Supplier Service to check the factory.
- Step 2: Use China Wholesale Sourcing to manage the logistics and quality control.
4. What about Lost Items?
It happens to the best of us—you leave your luggage or a prototype in a hotel in Shenzhen or Hong Kong. Shipping these back involves navigating customs forms that are a nightmare. Our Lost Property Recovery team specializes in picking up these items in person and getting them through customs safely.
The Bottom Line
You don’t need to be a logistics expert to ship from China. You just need a local partner who can act as your warehouse and agent.
Ready to get your goods moving? Explore our Cross-border Solutions and let Zerrand handle the heavy lifting while you wait for the doorbell to ring.
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