Skip to content
ALICETOD

Export & Delivery

Shipping & Delivery

From Incoterms and freight mode selection to export packing, QC, and documentation — we structure every shipment for predictable, professional B2B delivery worldwide.

FOB / CIF / DDP

Standard export terms agreed in writing before production.

Sea · Air · Express

FCL, LCL, air freight, and courier for samples and urgent orders.

Export Docs

Commercial invoice, packing list, CO, and customs support.

Pre-Shipment QC

Inspection and approval before goods leave our facility.

Incoterms & Delivery Terms

We quote and contract on internationally recognized Incoterms 2020. The term defines who arranges freight, insurance, and customs — and where risk transfers from seller to buyer.

EXW

Ex Works

Seller responsibility
Goods ready for pickup at our factory. Packing for export if agreed.
Buyer responsibility
All transport, export clearance, freight, insurance, and import duties.
Best for
Buyers with their own China logistics agent or consolidated shipments.
FOB

Free On Board

Seller responsibility
Export clearance and delivery onto vessel at named port (e.g. FOB Ningbo).
Buyer responsibility
Ocean freight, insurance, and all costs from port of loading onward.
Best for
Most wholesale sea shipments — buyer controls main freight and insurance.
CFR

Cost and Freight

Seller responsibility
Export clearance and ocean freight to named destination port.
Buyer responsibility
Insurance from port of loading, unloading, and import clearance.
Best for
Buyers who prefer seller to book sea freight but arrange their own cargo insurance.
CIF

Cost, Insurance & Freight

Seller responsibility
Export clearance, ocean freight, and minimum cargo insurance to destination port.
Buyer responsibility
Import clearance, duties, and delivery from destination port.
Best for
Standard sea shipments where buyer wants freight and basic insurance included in quote.
DDP

Delivered Duty Paid

Seller responsibility
Full delivery to buyer's address including freight, insurance, export/import clearance, and duties where agreed.
Buyer responsibility
Receive goods at agreed location — responsibilities defined per contract.
Best for
Brands and retailers who want a single landed cost — quoted case by case.

FOB and CIF from major China ports are most common for wholesale orders. EXW and DDP are available when agreed. All terms, ports, and responsibilities are confirmed in the proforma invoice or contract before deposit.

Freight Modes

We recommend the mode based on order volume, weight, destination, and timeline. Transit times below are indicative from China — actual schedules depend on carrier, season, and port congestion.

Sea Freight — FCL / LCL

Full Container Load (FCL) for volume orders; Less than Container Load (LCL) for smaller batches consolidated with other cargo. Export cartons palletized and container-loaded at port or via our freight partner.

Approx. 25–45 days to US/EU (port to port) Bulk wholesale, bedding, mats, flowers — best unit economics.

Air Freight

Airport-to-airport or door-to-door via freight forwarder. Suitable for time-sensitive restocks, high-value jewelry, or urgent samples after bulk production is established.

Approx. 5–10 days to major hubs Jewelry, urgent replenishment, mid-volume orders with tight deadlines.

Express Courier

DHL, FedEx, UPS for samples, swatches, small test orders, and documents. Door-to-door with tracking. Duties and taxes per courier terms and destination.

Approx. 3–7 days worldwide Pre-production samples, color proofs, and small evaluation shipments.

From Order to Delivery

A typical export order follows a defined sequence. Timelines vary by product line, customization, and season — confirmed in your quotation.

  1. 01

    Inquiry & Quotation

    Specs, quantity, Incoterm, destination port, and target lead time confirmed in writing.

  2. 02

    Sampling

    Pre-production sample for approval. Sample shipped express unless otherwise agreed.

  3. 03

    PO & Deposit

    Signed confirmation, deposit per contract (typically 30% T/T), production slot scheduled.

  4. 04

    Production & QC

    Manufacturing with inline checks. Pre-shipment inspection — photos, video, or third-party inspection if required.

  5. 05

    Export Packing

    Carton labeling, palletizing, fumigation or ISPM-15 where required, shipping marks applied.

  6. 06

    Shipment & Documents

    Booking confirmed, B/L or AWB issued. Commercial invoice, packing list, and CO sent for customs clearance.

  7. 07

    Balance & Release

    Balance payment per agreed terms. Original documents released for sea/air freight collection.

Export Packaging

All export orders are packed for international handling — not domestic retail display unless agreed. Carton strength, inner protection, and pallet configuration are specified per product line and destination requirements.

  • Standard export cartons (5-ply or reinforced) with bilingual shipping marks.
  • Inner poly bags, foam, dividers, or blister packs as required by product.
  • Palletizing and stretch-wrap for FCL/LCL — ISPM-15 heat-treated pallets where mandated.
  • Custom retail packaging and barcodes available for private-label programs.
  • Volumetric weight calculated for air/express — optimized packing on request.

Export Documentation

We prepare standard export documents for customs clearance. Additional certificates are arranged when required and quoted separately.

  • Commercial Invoice — product description, HS codes, value, Incoterm, and payment terms.
  • Packing List — carton count, dimensions, gross/net weight per carton and total.
  • Bill of Lading (B/L) or Air Waybill (AWB) — issued by carrier or forwarder.
  • Certificate of Origin (CO) — Form E, Form A, or general CO as applicable.
  • Fumigation / phytosanitary certificates — for wood packaging or regulated materials when required.
  • Test reports — OEKO-TEX, material certs (bedding), or product-specific reports on request.

Payment Terms

Payment structure is agreed per order and client history. Standard terms for new B2B accounts are typically T/T (telegraphic transfer). L/C available for qualified orders with agreed terms.

  • Sample orders — 100% prepayment before production/shipment.
  • First bulk order — commonly 30% deposit, 70% balance before shipment (T/T).
  • Repeat clients — terms may be adjusted based on relationship and volume.
  • Letter of Credit (L/C) — at sight or usance, subject to bank fees and review.
  • All bank charges outside China are borne by the buyer unless otherwise stated.

Quality Control Before Shipment

Goods are not shipped until production QC is complete and any agreed pre-shipment inspection is passed. This protects both parties and reduces disputes at destination.

  • Inline inspection during production — materials, dimensions, print/color, workmanship.
  • Final random inspection (AQL sampling) before packing completion.
  • Pre-shipment photos and video for remote approval when client cannot visit.
  • Third-party inspection (SGS, BV, etc.) — buyer-arranged or seller-arranged per contract.
  • Hold shipment if critical defects exceed agreed AQL — rework or replacement before release.

Ports & Destinations

We ship from major coastal ports in China. Default ports depend on factory location and freight optimization — confirmed in each quotation.

  • Primary ports: Ningbo, Shanghai, Shenzhen / Yantian, Qingdao, Guangzhou.
  • Destination: worldwide — US, EU, UK, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia, Latin America.
  • Door-to-door DDP quotes require full delivery address and import requirements.
  • Buyers may nominate their own freight forwarder for FOB/EXW shipments.

Shipping by Business Line

Each product category has different weight, volume, and handling requirements. Below are typical shipping considerations — specifics confirmed in your line-specific quotation.

Yoga Mats

  • Rolled or flat-packed in export cartons; heavy weight favors FCL for volume.
  • Custom print mats — color approval before bulk; cartons marked by design/SKU.
  • Typical terms: FOB Ningbo / Shanghai. LCL available for MOQ trial orders.

Bedding

  • Vacuum-compressed comforters — high cube utilization, strong carton specs for sea transit.
  • OEKO-TEX and material certs available for customs and retail compliance.
  • Typical terms: FOB or CIF. Seasonal volume — book production and vessel space early.

Jewelry

  • Small cartons, high value — air freight common for restock; sea for large seasonal orders.
  • Inner packaging: anti-tarnish, individual bags, foam inserts; insurance recommended.
  • HS code and material declaration on invoice for import compliance (gold-plated, silver, etc.).

Artificial Flowers

  • Volume-driven — LCL or FCL depending on carton CBM; packing optimized to reduce volumetric weight.
  • Shape retention: inner cartons and dividers to prevent deformation in transit.
  • Seasonal peaks (Q3–Q4) — advance booking recommended for holiday programs.

Need a Shipping Quote?

Tell us your product line, quantity, destination port or address, and preferred Incoterm. We will respond with freight options and lead time.

Request a Quote
WhatsApp