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Shipping from China to USA
Our shipping solutions offer transparent pricing for sea freight (FCL & LCL), air freight, and DDP shipping from China to USA. With regular services to major US gateways such as Los Angeles, Long Beach, New York, Savannah, and Houston, with full US customs clearance.
Los Angeles
New York
Chicago
Houston
Savannah
+50 states
Key operating notes
- Section 301 Tariff Experts — Our customs broker partners review your HTS codes and find the right Section 301 list and rate for you. They also advise on exclusion requests, first-sale valuation, and origin strategies, all aimed at cutting your tariff bill.
- All Major Port Coverage — We have agents at Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Qingdao, Tianjin, and Ningbo. So you get the same steady origin service, no matter where your Chinese supplier is based.
- Rate Stability Program — We hold volume-based contracts with major carriers — COSCO, Evergreen, Hapag-Lloyd, and Maersk. These give you steady, fixed rates on the volatile China–USA lane, all year long.
Times and Costs for Shipping from China to Brazil
Departure Port
Destination Port
CNTR Size
Price
Transit time
Shanghai (CNSHA)
Los Angeles (USLAX)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$3,200 | $6,000
15-22 days
Shanghai (CNSHA)
New York (USNYC)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$4,000 | $7,100
30-40 days
Shanghai (CNSHA)
Houston (USHOU)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$4,200 | $7,000
35-45 days
Ningbo (CNNGB)
Los Angeles (USLAX)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$3,600 | $7,100
15-23 days
Ningbo (CNNGB)
New York (USNYC)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$4,200 | $8,100
32–42 days
Ningbo (CNNGB)
Houston (GBFXT)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$4,300 | $8,300
35–45 days
Qingdao (CNTAO)
Los Angeles (USLAX)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$3,500 | $7,000
20–30 days
Qingdao (CNTAO)
New York (USNYC)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$4,300 | $8,200
35–45 days
Qingdao (CNTAO)
Houston (USHOU)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$4,500 | $8,400
40–50 days
Shenzhen (CNYTN)
Los Angeles (USLAX)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$3,100 | $5,900
14–22 days
Shenzhen (CNYTN)
New York (USNYC)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$4,000 | $7,000
30–40 days
Shenzhen (CNYTN)
Houston (USHOU)
20FT | 40FT/HQ
$4,200 | $7,200
35–45 days
Ocean Freight from China to USA
Ocean freight from China to the USA is the most cost-effective mode for commercial shipments above two cubic meters. Cargo typically loads at Shanghai, Shenzhen, or Ningbo and discharges at Los Angeles, Long Beach, New York/New Jersey, Savannah, or Houston, with transit times generally ranging from 18 to 45 days.
FCL Shipping from China to USA
Full Container Load is the default once shipment volume exceeds 10 to 15 cubic meters. The container is sealed at the Chinese supplier or origin port and stays sealed until gate-in at the U.S. warehouse, which minimizes contamination and pilferage exposure. A 40ft container from Shenzhen to Los Angeles/Long Beach typically runs $2,500 to $5,000 in ocean charges.
LCL Shipping from China to USA
Less than Container Load is the right mode for China shipments between one and 15 cubic meters. Cargo consolidates at the origin Container Freight Station, then deconsolidates at a U.S. destination CFS before palletized delivery. LCL adds five to seven days to the FCL transit, with CFS handling fees surfaced at quote stage instead of at invoice.
Major Origin and USA Destination Ports
Shanghai is the largest container port in China and the default origin for eastern manufacturing. Shenzhen serves southern China and the Guangdong manufacturing corridor. Ningbo-Zhoushan is a major deepwater port with frequent direct services to the U.S. West Coast. On the U.S. side, Los Angeles and Long Beach handle the bulk of Chinese cargo, with major secondary gateways including New York/New Jersey, Savannah, Houston, and Seattle-Tacoma.
Air Freight from China to USA
Need it fast? Air freight from China reaches the USA in 1–3 days via direct routes PVG→LAX, CAN→LAX, and SZX→LAX.
Standard and Express Air Freight
Standard air freight balances cost and speed for regular shipments. Express moves the most urgent cargo on the next available flight, and charter is available for oversized or time-critical freight. SSFE compares the options against your deadline and budget rather than defaulting to the first flight with space.
Major China Airport to USA Gateway Pairs
Cargo departs from Shanghai (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN), Shenzhen (SZX), and Hong Kong (HKG), the transshipment hub for South China, into U.S. gateways including LAX, ORD, JFK, DFW, and ATL. Hong Kong routing often adds capacity and frequency for freight originating in the Pearl River Delta.
China to USA Freight Forwarder
Transporting goods from China to USA can be challenging, but with the right partners, it can feel easy. A knowledgeable logistics partner ensures a smooth transportation process, especially when coordinating international ocean, air, and inland transportation. Here’s a checklist to keep in mind when moving freight from China to USA.
- Source the appropriate equipment and transportation method to safely move your goods.
- Communicate with carriers, freight forwarders, and local logistics teams when planning pickup to ensure proper coordination.
- Carefully plan routes, taking port congestion, transit times, cargo weight, and destination requirements into account.
- Prepare the necessary shipping documents, customs paperwork, commercial invoices, packing lists, and other import documentation.
- Keep constant communication with all involved parties to avoid extra fees, customs issues, and costly delays.
At SSFE Logistics, we’ve worked with multiple customers to ship regular, overweight, and oversized freight from China to USA while maintaining strict deadlines and complying with international shipping and customs requirements. Contact us today to learn how we can help your business.
Ocean LCL
1-15 CBM
Lower entry cost
Good for smaller shipments that do not fill a container. You pay by volume and share container space.
Ocean FCL
15+ CBM
Lowest per-unit cost
Best when you can use most of a 20ft, 40ft, or 40HQ container and want better cargo control.
Air Freight
Urgent stock
Higher cost
Useful for time-sensitive replenishment, launches, and high-value goods where speed matters.
Every USA Port and Airport Covered
Every USA Port and Airport Covered
Shanghai to Los Angeles
CNSHA to USLAX
14–20 days
From $5,900
Ningbo to Long Beach
CNNGB to USLGB
14–20 days
From $5,600
Shenzhen to Seattle
CNSHK to USSEA
17–23 days
From $6,000
Qingdao to Oakland
CNTAO to USOAK
16–24 days
From $6,000
Xiamen to New York
CNXMN to USNYC
30–40 days
From $7,900
Shanghai to Savannah
CNSHA to USSAV
30–40 days
From $7,900
Shenzhen to Houston
CNSHK to USHOU
28–40 days
From $8,700
Ningbo to Miami
CNNGB to USMIA
32–45 days
From $8,500
Shanghai to Los Angeles (Air)
PVG to LAX
6–10 days
From $12.70/kg
Guangzhou to Chicago (Air)
CAN to ORD
6–10 days
From $12.50/kg
Shenzhen to New York (Air)
SZX to JFK
7–11 days
From $12.50/kg
Hong Kong to Miami (Air)
HKG to MIA
7–12 days
From $13.50/kg
DDP & Door-to-Door Shipping From China to USA
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) means the carrier is responsible for everything from factory pickup in China to delivery at your USA address, including customs clearance and import duties. You pay one price. No hidden costs, no separate duty bills.
Origin Pickup and Export Clearance
SSFESHIPPING picks the cargo up at the supplier's factory in China, handles export documentation and China export clearance, and moves it to the port or airport. You do not coordinate a separate origin agent; it is the same file.
DDP: Duty-Paid Delivery to Your Door
With DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), SSFESHIPPING coordinates everything through to your door with duty and clearance handled, so you receive the goods without touching the customs process. It is the hands-off option for importers who want a single all-in price from factory to warehouse.
How to Ship From China to USA
The selected services depend on cargo, route and customer responsibilities. No single freight mode is right for every order.
Cargo information
Collect final packing, dimension, weight, value and readiness details from the supplier.
Freight options
Compare appropriate air, ocean, courier or consolidated options against cost, timing and handling needs.
Supplier coordination
Align pickup, export preparation, shipping marks and handoff details with the supplier.
Consolidation planning
Assess whether cargo from multiple suppliers can be combined and what additional handling is required.
Shipment documents
Coordinate commercial invoice, packing list and other shipment information with the parties responsible for them.
USA delivery
Define port, terminal, warehouse, Amazon or final-address requirements before booking the route.
Related China-to-USA Freight Services
Every USA Port and Airport Covered
Ocean Freight
FCL and LCL on every transpacific lane.
Air Freight
standard, express, and charter from China.
Customs Clearance
Brazil entry and clearance through licensed customs brokers.
Drayage
port pickup and container delivery after customs release.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to ship from China to the USA?
Shipping from China to the US takes between 15 and 30 days by sea freight and between 5 and 10 days by air freight. Door-to-door shipping usually takes between 30 and 40 days. Express courier services offer much faster shipping, with deliveries in as little as 1-3 days.
What is the DDP transport service from China to the USA?
DDP terms: Ssfeshipping will take care of everything: picking up the goods, processing export documents, international transport, customs clearance, paying duties, and final delivery. Ready to optimize your logistics? Get started now!
What is the average cost to ship a container from China to the USA?
The cost of shipping from China to the US typically ranges from $2,000 to $3,500 for a 20-foot container, while a 40-foot container can cost between $3,500 and $6,000 in 2025, depending on the route and demand. Prices may vary depending on ports, seasonal demand, and delivery conditions.
What documents are required to ship from China to the USA?
Freight Shipping between China and the US is a high-volume route. To import from China to the US, the necessary documents include the bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, importer security filing (ISF or “10+2” ), certificate of origin, arrival notice, and customs bond. The specific documents required may vary depending on the nature of the cargo.
What is an ISF filing, and why is it important?
Products shipped from China to the US must be accompanied by an Import Security Filing (ISF). This filing informs US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) about the goods being imported into the country, with the aim of improving security and preventing smuggling. For companies that want to avoid customs delays or fines, this is a vitally important requirement.
How can I reduce shipping costs from China to the USA?
You can cut costs by:
- Choosing the right mode: Use sea freight for large shipments, air/courier for urgent or smaller loads.
- Consolidating shipments: Combine multiple orders into one to save on container space.
- Optimizing packaging: Reduce volumetric weight by minimizing empty space.
- Working with a freight forwarder: They can negotiate better rates and simplify customs clearance.
- Planning ahead: Avoid peak season surcharges by shipping early.