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title: Shipping from China to the UK
description: "We make shipping from China to the UK simple and business-friendly. Whether you're restocking inventory, sourcing goods for resale, or shipping OEM/ODM items, our flexible air and sea options, combined with door-to-door delivery, take the stress off your shoulders. ###…"
url: "https://fastforth.co/help/shipping-from-china-to-the-uk/"
updated: "2025-04-24"
category: "SHIPPING & LOGISTICS"
tags:
  - Air Freight
  - Air Shipping
  - Amazon FBA shipping
  - UK
---

# Shipping from China to the UK

We make shipping from China to the UK simple and business-friendly. Whether you're restocking inventory, sourcing goods for resale, or shipping OEM/ODM items, our flexible air and sea options, combined with door-to-door delivery, take the stress off your shoulders.

### Air Shipping to the UK

Delivery Timeline: 5–10 days
 **Minimum Weight:** 21kg
 **Shipping Type**: DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)
 **Average Cost**: ~£6–£7 per kg (varies by category and location).

**Features:**

- Door-to-door delivery across the UK
- Full customs clearance is handled by us
- DDP pricing – no hidden fees or surprises
- Tracking from seller to your UK address
- Amazon FBA-compliant packaging is available.

**Volumetric Weight – What You Need to Know**
 Air freight charges are based on volumetric weight. The higher value between actual weight and volume weight determines the billable weight.

**Formula:**
 (Length × Width × Height in cm) ÷ 6000

We recommend packaging goods in our standard 21kg boxes, optimized for both cost-efficiency and air cargo restrictions.

### Sea Shipping to the UK

**Delivery Timeline:** 45–50 days
 **Shipping Unit**: Charged by CBM (Cubic Meter)
 **Best for:** Large orders, bulk goods, furniture, non-urgent items

**Features:**

- Free consolidation & repacking
- Low-cost shipping for large volumes
- Full tracking and online updates
- Customs and VAT handled for you

### We Handle All Customs & VAT

The UK has strict import rules and VAT requirements. That’s why we:

- Provide accurate customs documentation
- Declare goods properly to avoid penalties
- Handle VAT and duties under DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)

You won’t need to worry about customs delays or surprise charges.

### What Can Be Shipped?

**Normal Goods:** Clothing, electronics accessories, shoes, toys, small appliances
 **Sensitive Goods:** Items with batteries, liquids, powder, or branded packaging (upon request)
 **Not Allowed:** Prohibited or counterfeit goods, drugs, weapons, etc.

#### Tracking Status Flow

- Your shipment progress will reflect these statuses:
- Ready for Shipment
- Booked for Loading
- Loaded
- China Mainland Customs Inspection
- Shipped
- Customs Clearance
- Delivered
- Track everything online via your dashboard.

| Type of Goods | Average Cost | Delivery Time | Method | Service |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Normal Air Cargo | ~£6–£7/kg | 5–10 days | Air Freight | Door-to-Door (DDP) |
| Sea Freight | CBM-Based | 45–50 days | Ocean Freight | Door-to-Door (DDP) |
| Amazon FBA Goods | Custom Quote | 5–10 days | Air Freight | FBA Ready |

**Questions?**

Not sure which method suits your needs best? Our team is ready to guide you in real time. Message us through your dashboard or contact support via [WhatsApp](https://wa.me/8615711810364).