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Shipping From China to USA
Reliable shipping from China to the United States with flexible Express, Air, Sea, and DDP options, plus US customs and Amazon FBA preparation.
Ship from China to US West Coast (LA / Long Beach / Oakland), East Coast (NY / NJ / Savannah), Amazon FBA (USFC / ONT8 / LAX9 / ATL6 / CLT2 / IND9), and B2B warehouses. Customs clearance, Section 301 handling, and door-to-door delivery included.
Country page (Spoke). This page covers shipping to the USA. For general shipping methods across 220+ countries, see the Shipping From China page. For neighboring markets, see Shipping From China to Canada.
Shipping From China to USA in 2026: 4 Methods, 5 US Ports, Amazon FBA
Shipping from China to the USA covers 4 standard methods (Express, Air, Sea, DDP), 5 US ports of entry (Los Angeles / Long Beach, Oakland, New York / New Jersey, Savannah), and Amazon FBA fulfillment centers in 20+ US ZIP codes. The dominant cost drivers are HTSUS code, Section 301 list (3 or 4A), and US destination ZIP. The dominant transit drivers are method (Express 3-7 d, Air 5-12 d, Sea FCL 18-35 d, Sea LCL 25-40 d) and ocean or air route.
For eCommerce sellers shipping to Amazon FBA, Shopify direct-to-consumer, or B2B warehouses, the right combination depends on order volume, FBA receiving windows, Section 301 exposure, and last-mile delivery. Alleasy coordinates supplier pickup in China, US customs clearance (CBP, Section 301, Section 321, ISF 10+2), and final delivery to Amazon FBA, US warehouses (USCA01 LA + USNJ03 NJ), or customer door.
What This Page Covers
- 4 shipping methods from China to USA: Express, Air, Sea, DDP
- 5 US ports of entry: LA / Long Beach, Oakland, NY / NJ, Savannah
- 8 Amazon FBA US FCs: USFC, ONT8, LAX9, SMF3, ATL6, CLT2, IND9, BWI2
- US customs: Section 301 (List 3 25% / List 4A 7.5%), Section 321 ($800), ISF 10+2, FDA, FCC, CPSC
- 2 US warehouses: USCA01 Los Angeles, USNJ03 New Jersey
- 6 China hubs: 1 self-operated Shenzhen + 5 partner hubs
- 200,000+ orders shipped from China to 220+ countries, 99.5%+ pick accuracy
Express Shipping to USA: 3-7 Day via DHL, FedEx, UPS, EMS, $9-15/kg
Express shipping from China to the USA via DHL, FedEx, UPS, EMS, and other international express services is the fastest door-to-door option. Indicative rate is $9-15 per kg. Express is best for small parcels, urgent orders, samples, and high-value products.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Typical transit | 3-7 business days door-to-door |
| Indicative rate | $9-15 per kg |
| Carriers | DHL, FedEx, UPS, EMS, and other international express services |
| Best for | Small parcels, urgent orders, samples, high-value products |
| Section 321 de minimis | Shipments at $800 or less enter duty-free with streamlined entry (currently in effect for China-origin as of 2026-09-07) |
| Customs clearance | Handled by the express carrier as part of door-to-door service |
| Last-mile in US | USPS, FedEx Ground, UPS Ground (carriers in the express network) |
Air Freight to USA: 5-12 Day to LAX, JFK, ATL; Air DDP 5-9 Day, $5-13.58/kg
Air freight from China to the USA covers Express-sized shipments and parcels that need faster delivery than sea freight. Air DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) is the typical air option for eCommerce sellers, with US customs clearance and Section 301 included in the price.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Typical transit | 5-12 business days; Air DDP typically 5-9 days to LAX, JFK, ATL |
| Indicative Air DDP rate | $5-13.58 per kg (WanB and similar lines) |
| US arrival airports | LAX, SFO, SEA (West); JFK, EWR, ATL, ORD (East) |
| Best for | Medium-sized shipments (50-500 kg), high-value goods, time-sensitive inventory, Amazon FBA fast restock |
| Section 301 handling | List 3 25% or List 4A 7.5% included in Air DDP price |
| US customs | AMS (Automated Manifest System) filed by carrier; CBP clears at the US arrival airport |
| Last-mile | FedEx Ground, UPS Ground, USPS, or local 3PL pickup |
Sea Freight to USA: FCL 18-25 Day West Coast, 25-35 Day East Coast, LCL 25-40 Day, $1.5-3/kg DDP
Sea freight from China to the USA is the most economical method for large or heavy shipments. FCL (Full Container Load) is the standard format for Amazon FBA replenishment, B2B wholesale, and bulk inventory. LCL (Less than Container Load) is for pallet-level consolidation.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| FCL West Coast transit | 18-25 days to Los Angeles / Long Beach, Oakland, Seattle |
| FCL East Coast transit | 25-35 days to New York / New Jersey, Savannah, Charleston (Panama Canal route) |
| LCL transit | 25-40 days (consolidation + de-consolidation adds time) |
| Indicative Sea DDP rate | $1.5-3 per kg for orders above 100 kg |
| Container options | 20′ GP, 40′ GP, 40′ HQ; FOB, CIF, DDP |
| ISF 10+2 | Filed 24h before vessel loading at China origin port; $5,000 per violation penalty |
| Section 301 | List 3 25% or List 4A 7.5% applied to CIF value at US port of entry |
| Best for | Bulk inventory, Amazon FBA replenishment (FCL or LCL pallets), wholesale shipments, large products |
DDP Shipping to USA: Section 301, MFN Duty, and Door Delivery in One Price
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) shipping from China to the USA lets the seller or shipping provider pay Section 301 (List 3 25% or List 4A 7.5%), MFN duty, and last-mile delivery under one agreed price. The buyer receives the parcel with no extra charge at delivery.
| Aspect | DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) | DAP (Delivered at Place) |
|---|---|---|
| International transport | Yes | Yes |
| Export clearance (China) | Yes | Yes |
| US import clearance (CBP) | Yes (under DDP terms) | Usually handled by the eCommerce seller or their US broker |
| Section 301 tariff | Included under agreed DDP terms | Usually paid by the eCommerce seller or their US broker |
| MFN duty and other fees | Included under agreed DDP terms | Usually paid by the eCommerce seller or their US broker |
| Door delivery to FBA / warehouse / customer | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | eCommerce sellers without a US customs broker or IOR; eCommerce landed-cost certainty | eCommerce sellers with their own US broker and IOR; B2B consignees |
US Customs in 2026: Section 301 (List 3 25% / List 4A 7.5%), Section 321 ($800), ISF 10+2, HTSUS, FDA, FCC, CPSC
US customs clearance is a separate, formal process from China origin export. The 8 standard documents and filings for China-to-USA shipments are below.
- Commercial invoice — seller, buyer (US importer of record), goods description, value, HTSUS code, country of origin (China), incoterms (DDP / DAP / FOB)
- Packing list — item-by-item weight, dimensions, quantity per carton, carton count
- HTSUS code — 10-digit Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States code, drives duty rate and Section 301 list (3 or 4A)
- Country of origin — declared on the commercial invoice; China-origin goods are subject to Section 301
- US importer of record (IOR) — US entity with an EIN, liable for entry, Section 301, MFN duty, and compliance
- ISF 10+2 — Importer Security Filing, required for ocean shipments only, filed 24h before vessel loading at the China origin port; up to $5,000 per violation
- AMS (Automated Manifest System) — carrier or NVOCC filing for all air and ocean entries
- Product-specific requirements — FDA (food, drugs, cosmetics, medical devices), FCC (electronics, radio), CPSC (consumer products), USDA (food, plants, wood), EPA (chemicals, vehicles), TSCA (chemicals), Lacey Act (wood / bamboo), DOT (batteries, hazmat)
Section 301 tariffs apply to most China-origin imports: List 4A at 7.5% and List 3 at 25% additional duty, depending on HTSUS code. Section 301 is in addition to the regular MFN duty and is owed by the importer of record. Section 321 de minimis ($800) currently applies to China-origin shipments valued at $800 or less, but US trade policy continues to evolve. Confirm current treatment with your customs broker before booking.
Amazon FBA Shipping From China: FNSKU Labeling Free, 8 US FCs, 6-Step FBA Prep
Amazon FBA shipping from China to the USA covers FNSKU labeling, poly bagging, bubble wrap, box content, pallet prep, and direct delivery to Amazon FBA US fulfillment centers. Alleasy's 6 China hubs handle FBA prep, and 2 US warehouses (USCA01 LA + USNJ03 NJ) enable fast last-mile to FBA.
USFC · ONT8 · LAX9 (West Coast FBA)
Direct sea FCL delivery to Los Angeles / Long Beach, then 1-3 day inland to Amazon FBA West Coast. ONT8 (Ontario CA), LAX9 (Santa Clarita CA), USFC (Shafter CA). Best for sellers with heavy replenishment.
SMF3 · SEA6 (Pacific Northwest FBA)
Sea FCL to Oakland or Seattle, then 1-3 day inland. SMF3 (Sacramento CA), SEA6 (Dupont WA). Best for sellers with multi-region inventory split.
ATL6 · CLT2 (Southeast FBA)
Sea FCL to Savannah (Panama Canal route, 25-35 days), then 1-3 day inland. ATL6 (Atlanta GA), CLT2 (Charlotte NC). Best for sellers serving the Southeast US.
IND9 · BWI2 (Northeast / Midwest FBA)
Sea FCL to NY / NJ, then 1-3 day inland. IND9 (Indianapolis IN), BWI2 (Baltimore MD). Best for sellers serving the Northeast and Midwest US.
Standard FBA prep pricing at the 6 China hubs (Shenzhen + Guangzhou + Foshan + Dongguan + Huizhou + Yiwu):
- FNSKU labeling: FREE
- Poly bagging: $0.10 per unit
- Bubble wrap: $0.30 per unit
- Pick and pack: $0.80 per order single-SKU, $1.20 multi-SKU (2-3 SKUs), from $0.20 per additional piece
- Receiving & put-away: $1.00 per carton, $16.00 per oversize pallet
- Storage: 30 days free, then $0.50 per CBM per day
- Returns inspection: $2.00 per return
- Removal / disposal: $1.00 per kg
How Shipping From China to USA Works: 6 Steps From Pickup to FBA Receiving
Standard China-to-USA shipping workflow. ISF 10+2 is required for ocean only and must be filed 24 hours before vessel loading at the China origin port.
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Submit Shipment Details
Product, HTSUS code, quantity, dimensions, weight, China origin, and US destination ZIP are provided. For Amazon FBA, the FC code (USFC, ONT8, LAX9, SMF3, ATL6, CLT2, IND9, BWI2) is specified.
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Shipping Method Selection
Express, Air, Sea FCL, Sea LCL, and DDP are compared. For Amazon FBA, the West Coast port (LA / Long Beach) is typically chosen for lower inland freight. Section 301 impact is calculated on landed cost.
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Pickup or Warehouse Receiving at 6 China Hubs
Goods are collected from the Chinese supplier or delivered to one of the 6 China hubs (Shenzhen + 5 partner hubs in Guangzhou, Foshan, Dongguan, Huizhou, Yiwu) for FBA prep, FNSKU labeling, poly bagging, bubble wrap, and carton labelling.
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Export Preparation and ISF 10+2 Filing
For ocean shipments, ISF 10+2 Importer Security Filing is filed at least 24 hours before vessel loading at the China origin port. Late or missing ISF triggers up to $5,000 per violation. Export documentation (commercial invoice, packing list, HTSUS) is prepared.
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International Transportation
Goods are transported by air, sea, or express. AMS (Automated Manifest System) is filed by the carrier or NVOCC for all entries.
- 6
US Customs and Last-Mile Delivery to FBA / Warehouse / Customer
CBP (US Customs and Border Protection) clears the entry. Section 301 (List 3 or List 4A) and MFN duties are applied. Section 321 de minimis ($800) may apply to low-value entries. Goods are delivered to Amazon FBA, US warehouse (USCA01 LA or USNJ03 NJ), or customer door via 5 US last-mile carriers (USPS, GOFO-Parcel, UniUni, FedEx Ground, UPS Ground).
China to USA Shipping Cost: 7 Pricing Factors (ZIP, HTSUS, Section 301, Method, Volume, Incoterms, Product)
Shipping cost from China to the USA depends on 7 pricing factors. Indicative rates for reference:
| Factor | Why it matters for US imports |
|---|---|
| US destination ZIP | ZIP code, port of entry (LA / Long Beach vs NY / NJ), remote area surcharge |
| HTSUS code | Drives Section 301 list (3 at 25% or 4A at 7.5%), MFN duty, and Section 321 de minimis eligibility |
| Shipping method | Express $9-15/kg (3-7 d), Air DDP $5-13.58/kg (5-9 d), Sea DDP $1.5-3/kg (FCL 18-35 d, LCL 25-40 d) |
| Weight and volume | Express and air: chargeable weight = max(actual kg, L × W × H cm ÷ 5,000). Sea LCL: 1 CBM = 1,000 kg minimum billing weight |
| Incoterms (DDP / DAP / FOB / CIF) | DDP includes Section 301 + MFN duty + last-mile. DAP = duties paid by the eCommerce seller or their US broker |
| Product type | Regulated products (FDA, FCC, CPSC, USDA) add certification cost |
| Customs filings | Section 301 (List 3 25% or List 4A 7.5%), MFN, ISF 10+2, AMS, FDA / FCC / CPSC / USDA |
For an accurate shipping rate to the USA, send us your product type, HTSUS code (if known), weight, dimensions, quantity, China origin, US destination ZIP, and the shipping method you are considering.
How to Choose a China-to-USA Shipping Service: 6 Seller Decisions
Six decisions a seller makes when choosing a China-to-USA shipping service. Use these to compare vendors and select the one that fits your order volume, FBA receiving windows, and Section 301 exposure.
- Compare total landed cost — freight + Section 301 (7.5% or 25%) + MFN duty + last-mile + storage for a true landed cost comparison. Air DDP is often cheaper than Express for parcels above 5 kg.
- Check transit time — confirm the full door-to-door transit, including origin pickup, export, ISF 10+2 (ocean), ocean or air transit, US customs, and last-mile to Amazon FBA or US warehouse.
- Confirm US customs handling — for B2C shipments, confirm that the shipping provider handles Section 301, Section 321 de minimis ($800), ISF 10+2, and AMS filings on your behalf.
- Check tracking — end-to-end tracking that writes back to your sales channel (Shopify, Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart) is critical for US customer service and Amazon FBA receiving windows.
- Check carrier options — multiple carriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS, YunExpress, 4PX, China Post, WanB, Sunyou) let you balance cost and speed per route.
- Check FBA prep and US warehousing — for Amazon FBA sellers, FNSKU labeling free, poly bagging, bubble wrap, and US warehouse (USCA01, USNJ03) pre-positioning can shorten Amazon receiving windows.
Combine USA Shipping with China Fulfillment: Pick and Pack, FBA Prep, 30 Days Free Storage
For eCommerce sellers and Amazon FBA merchants, shipping to the USA is most efficient when combined with China warehousing, pick and pack, FBA prep, and order fulfillment. Alleasy offers an integrated stack at 6 China hubs: receiving, 30 days free storage, pick and pack from $0.80 per order, FNSKU labeling free, poly bagging at $0.10, bubble wrap at $0.30, and shipping by the customer’s preferred method. And our US warehouses provide US pre-positioning and 1-3 day last-mile delivery.
- China Fulfillment Center — 6 China hubs, 3PL, Amazon FBA prep, 99.5%+ accuracy, 24h dispatch
- Amazon FBA Fees & Prep — FNSKU labeling free, poly bagging, bubble wrap, direct delivery to USFC / ONT8 / LAX9 / ATL6 / CLT2 / IND9
- Pick and Pack — From $0.80 per order single-SKU, 30 days free storage, FNSKU labeling free
Frequently Asked Questions About Shipping From China to USA
Indicative rates: Sea DDP $1.5-3 per kg (FCL 18-25 days West Coast, 25-35 days East Coast; LCL 25-40 days), Air DDP $5-13.58 per kg (5-9 days), Express $9-15 per kg (3-7 days). Total cost depends on weight, volume, HTSUS code, Section 301 list (3 or 4A), and US destination ZIP.
Express 3-7 business days, Air Freight 5-12 days (Air DDP typically 5-9 days), Sea FCL 18-25 days to West Coast (LA / Long Beach) or 25-35 days to East Coast (NY / NJ / Savannah), Sea LCL 25-40 days, and DDP transit depends on the underlying method and US destination.
Sea freight is the cheapest per kg, at $1.5-3 per kg DDP for orders above 100 kg. For smaller parcels, Express above 28 g or Air DDP can be cheaper on a per-parcel basis. Actual rates depend on weight, volume, HTSUS code, ZIP code, and Section 301 list.
Most China-origin goods are subject to Section 301 tariffs. List 4A is at 7.5% and List 3 is at 25% additional duty, depending on HTSUS code. A small set of HTSUS codes are excluded or deferred. Section 301 is in addition to the regular MFN duty and is owed by the importer of record.
Section 321 de minimis allows shipments valued at $800 or less to enter the US duty-free with a streamlined entry. As of 2026-09-07, the $800 threshold remains in effect for China-origin shipments, but US trade policy continues to evolve. Confirm current treatment with your customs broker before booking.
ISF 10+2 (Importer Security Filing) is a US CBP requirement for ocean shipments only. The importer or their agent must file 10 data elements at least 24 hours before vessel loading at the China origin port, plus 2 elements from the carrier. Late or missing ISF can trigger up to $5,000 per violation.
Yes. Alleasy coordinates supplier pickup, export documentation, FNSKU labeling free, poly bagging at $0.10, bubble wrap at $0.30, US customs clearance (CBP, Section 301, ISF 10+2 for ocean), and delivery to Amazon FBA USFC, ONT8, LAX9, SMF3, ATL6, CLT2, IND9, BWI2, and 20+ other US fulfillment centers. Pick and pack starts at $0.80 per single-SKU order with 30 days free storage.
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) means the seller or shipping provider pays Section 301, MFN duty, and any other US import charges, and the buyer receives the parcel with no extra charge. DAP (Delivered At Place) means the carrier delivers to a named US place (Amazon FBA, US warehouse, or customer address), but the buyer is responsible for US customs clearance, Section 301, and any duties.
Get a tailored China-to-USA shipping quote. Express, Air, Sea, or DDP. Section 301 (List 3 25% / List 4A 7.5%) included. ISF 10+2 for ocean included. Amazon FBA US prep included. Reply within 24 hours with itemized pricing per US ZIP.
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- Sea FCL 18-25 d to LA / Long Beach, 25-35 d to NY / NJ
- Air DDP 5-9 d to LAX, JFK, ATL (WanB and similar lines)
- Section 301 (List 3 / List 4A) and ISF 10+2 handling
- 6 China hubs, 99.5%+ pick accuracy, FNSKU labeling free
- 200,000+ orders, 220+ countries served