Shipping from China to USA (Air, Ocean & DDP)
End-to-end freight forwarding tailored for US importers, commercial wholesalers, and Amazon FBA sellers. Fast Matson CLX ocean express (11 days), direct air cargo, ISF filing, US customs clearance, and nationwide door-to-door delivery.
USA Route Snapshot
- Departure Ports: Shenzhen, Shanghai, Ningbo, Qingdao
- Primary US Ports: Los Angeles (LAX/LGB), New York, Savannah, Houston
- Express Ocean: Matson CLX (11 Days Port-to-Port)
- Direct Air Freight: 3 – 5 Days (LAX, JFK, ORD, DFW, ATL)
- DDP Door Delivery: 100% Tax & Duty Paid via UPS / FedEx / Truck
- Customs Compliance: ISF 10+2, Continuous Bond, Section 301 Filing
China to USA Shipping Channels
Choose the ideal logistics channel balancing speed, volume, and total shipping cost.
USA Ocean Freight (FCL / LCL)
Reliable container shipping with choices between Matson Fast Vessel and standard Cosco/EMC lanes.
- Matson CLX: 11–13 days port-to-port to Long Beach (Fastest)
- Standard Ocean: 18–25 days to West Coast / 28–35 days to East Coast
- FCL Options: 20GP, 40GP, 40HQ, 45HQ containers
- Best For: Bulk commercial goods and large Amazon FBA restocks
USA Air Cargo & Express
Direct chartered and commercial passenger belly cargo space to major US airport gateways.
- Standard Air: 5–8 business days door-to-door
- Express Courier: 3–5 business days (DHL / FedEx / UPS)
- Customs: Automated electronic clearance before touchdown
- Best For: High-value merchandise, urgent orders, and samples
Amazon FBA USA DDP
Specialized turnkey fulfillment for Amazon US, TikTok Shop US, and Walmart fulfillment centers.
- All-In Pricing: Ocean/Air freight + US Duty + Final Delivery
- Full Prep: FNSKU labeling, palletizing to Amazon guidelines
- Appointment: Direct Carrier Central booking for ONT8, GYX3, FTW1, etc.
- Best For: Amazon US private label sellers and e-commerce brands
China to USA Transit Times Comparison
Realistic timeline breakdown across different transportation modes and US destinations.
| Shipping Service | Port / Airport Pair | Transit (Port-to-Port) | DDP Door-to-Door Delivery | Recommended For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matson CLX Express Ocean | Shanghai / Ningbo → Long Beach (LGB) | 11 Days | 14 – 18 Days | Urgent e-commerce restock & Amazon FBA West Coast |
| Standard Ocean (West Coast) | Shenzhen / Yantian → Los Angeles (LAX) | 14 – 18 Days | 20 – 26 Days | Large commercial volume, FCL pallets, furniture |
| Standard Ocean (East Coast) | Shanghai / Qingdao → New York (NYC) | 25 – 30 Days | 32 – 40 Days | Heavy industrial bulk and machinery to East Coast |
| Direct Air Freight | Shenzhen / HKG → LAX / JFK / ORD | 1 – 3 Days | 5 – 8 Days | Electronics, fashion apparel, product launches |
| Express Courier (DHL/FedEx) | HKG → Any US Address | Direct Flight | 3 – 5 Days | Factory samples, prototypes, packages <50 KG |
How Shipping from China to USA Works
A structured 4-step shipping and customs procedure ensuring zero port clearance delays.
1. Factory Collection
Goods are picked up from Chinese factories or received at our Shenzhen/Yiwu warehouse with 30 days of free storage.
2. Prep & ISF Filing
Cargo is weighed, measured, photographed, and ISF 10+2 documentation is filed with US Customs prior to departure.
3. Fast Ocean/Air Transit
Cargo sails on Matson/standard ocean or flies direct with real-time continuous GPS vessel and flight tracking.
4. US Customs & Delivery
Cleared via US Customs & Border Protection (CBP). Delivered via truck or UPS/FedEx straight to your door or FBA dock.
USA Shipping FAQ
Answers to common questions about tariffs, ISF filing, customs bonds, and Amazon FBA USA delivery.