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title: Shipping from China to the USA
description: "The United States remains one of the most dynamic destinations for goods exported from China. Whether you're a small business, an Amazon seller, or an end user, our shipping service is optimized to help you ship easily and affordably —…"
url: "https://fastforth.co/help/shipping-from-china-to-the-usa/"
updated: "2025-04-24"
category: "SHIPPING & LOGISTICS"
tags:
  - Air Shipping
  - USA
  - Volume Pricing
---

# Shipping from China to the USA

The United States remains one of the most dynamic destinations for goods exported from China. Whether you're a small business, an Amazon seller, or an end user, our shipping service is optimized to help you ship easily and affordably — without being overwhelmed by customs and tariffs.

### Air Shipping

**Delivery Timeline:** 9-12 days
**Delivery Type:** Door-to-door (DDP – Delivered Duty Paid)
**Minimum Weight:** 21kg
**Average Cost:** ~$8/kg for normal goods

#### What’s Included:

- **Full customs clearance:** We manage all taxes, duties, and tariffs on your behalf.
- **DDP Service:** You won’t have to pay extra upon arrival – everything is handled in China.
- **Door-to-door delivery:** Straight to your U.S. address or warehouse.
- **Amazon FBA support:** We label, prep, and ship directly to Amazon fulfillment centers.

### What Are Normal Goods?

"Normal" category goods are:

- No brand logos or trademarked items
- No batteries, liquids, powders, or perfumes
- General merchandise such as fashion, electronics accessories, bags, toys, home items

### Understanding Volumetric Weight

![uk canada usa packing](https://fastforth.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/uk-standard-packaging_11zon-1.jpg)
A sample of 21KG box

Air cargo pricing is based on volumetric weight (also called dimensional weight), not just actual weight.

The formula used is:
Volumetric Weight (kg) = (Length × Width × Height in cm) ÷ 6000

> Example: A box measuring 60 x 40 x 50 cm
> Volumetric weight = (60 × 40 × 50) ÷ 6000 = 20kg

Whichever is higher between actual weight and volumetric weight will be used to calculate the shipping cost.

We use a standard-sized box that carries approximately 21kg of volumetric weight, making it ideal for our minimum requirement.

### Sea Shipping Also Available

- **Delivery Timeline:** 45–50 days
- **Best for:** Large-volume goods and non-urgent shipments
- **Charged by:** CBM (Cubic Meter)

Sea freight includes full consolidation, repacking, and tracking. DDP and customs clearance are also handled.

### High Tariffs? No Stress!

We understand the challenges of U.S. tariffs on China-made goods. But don’t worry — our experienced team has safe, compliant ways to navigate around tariff burdens without harming your business. You still get the best rates and fastest processing.

### What You Can't Ship

We ship almost everything except items prohibited by U.S. customs, such as:

- Drugs and narcotics
- Hazardous chemicals
- Counterfeit or brand-infringing goods
- Weapons or military-grade equipment

Always check with our support team if you're unsure about an item.

### Tracking Your Shipment

Your tracking status will update through:

1. Ready for Shipment
2. Shipped
3. Customs Clearance
4. Delivered

Tracking is done online via your customer dashboard.

### Summary:

| Type of Goods | Average Cost | Delivery Time | Method | Service |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Normal Air Cargo | ~$8/kg | 9–12 days | Air Shipping | Door-to-Door (DDP) |
| Sea Freight | CBM-Based | 45–50 days | Sea Shipping | Door-to-Door (DDP) |
| Amazon FBA Goods | Custom Quote | 5–10 days | Air Shipping | FBA Ready |

### Still Need Help?

If you're not sure whether to use air or sea, or you have a unique product, just message us via your dashboard or WhatsApp. We'll guide you through every step.