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Cosa la maggior parte dei spedizionieri non ti dirà sulla spedizione dalla Cina agli Stati Uniti
Creato il 09.01
Most importers believeChina to USA shipping is just a matter of finding the lowest quote and booking space. In reality, what happens between “cargo ready” and “delivered” can make or break your shipment — and your profit margin.
I’ve worked with businesses shipping everything from electronics to furniture, and I’ve seen one pattern repeat: the issues that cost you the most are rarely mentioned in the initial sales pitch from your freight forwarder.
This article pulls back the curtain on those “unspoken” realities, so you can make smarter shipping decisions.
1. 报价利率只是开始
If you’ve ever compared freight quotes 中国 to 美国, you know the wide range in pricing can be baffling. That’s because not all quotes are created equal.
一些货运代理会给你一个看起来具有竞争力的“基础海运费”价格，但一旦你的货物到达，你就会面临：
- Destination handling charges (DHC)
- Port congestion fees
- Customs clearance charges
- Delivery order (DO) fees
- Chassis使用费用
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A small importer booked a shipment for $1,200 based on the “all-in” quote they were given. On arrival, they were billed an extra $680 in destination charges they hadn’t budgeted for. That wiped out their profit for the order.
Solution: Always request a “door-to-door” or DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) quote that includes customs clearance and final delivery. This eliminates 80% of the surprise charges.
2. 清关可能是您最大的风险
The China to USA customs clearance process is more than just handing over paperwork. Even small mistakes can result in:
- Holds and inspections (costing days or weeks)
- Additional duty payments
- Penalties for non-compliance
High-risk situations include:
- Incorrect HS codes
- Mismatched invoice and packing list details
- Undervaluing goods to reduce duties
One client importing wooden furniture learned this the hard way. Their forwarder used the wrong HS code, triggering an inspection under the Lacey Act (US wood import regulations). The delay cost them a month in missed sales.
Pro tip: 与一个在您的货物离开中国之前预先清关文件的货运合作伙伴合作。在中国到美国的DDP物流中，关税和税费是预付的，合规检查会提前进行。
3. 运输时间不保证
Many forwarders will promise “25–30 days port-to-door” for China to US ocean freight rates, but the fine print says “estimated.”
Real-world delays come from:
- Port congestion (especially Los Angeles/Long Beach)
- Vessel schedule changes
- 海关检查
- Trucking shortages for final delivery
If your product is seasonal — think fashion lines, holiday décor, or electronics before Black Friday — a 7-day delay can ruin your launch.
Strategy:
- For time-sensitive goods, book
FCL (整箱货) over LCL (拼箱货). LCL 增加了合并和拆分的天数。
- Build in a 10–15% time buffer for seasonal shipments.
- For urgent orders, combine sea + air or partial air shipments.
4. 便宜的运费可能意味着糟糕的服务
由于2025年的价格战，一些货运代理正在通过以下方式降低成本：
- 使用以频繁停靠而闻名的承运人。
- Delaying customs filings to do them in batches.
- 雇用美国最便宜的快递服务
You might only save $50–$200 upfront, but this can lead to damaged goods, late deliveries, and rejected shipments (especially for Amazon FBA).
When shopping for freight forwarding from China to the USA, ask:
- Which carrier and route will you be using?
- Do you handle customs clearance yourself, or do you outsource it?
- 谁将进行最终交付，他们是否有处理我这种货物的经验？
5. 如何季节影响运输
运费在繁忙时段可能会跳涨20%至40%，而且您可能会发现很难在货船上找到空间。如果您从中国运送到美国，以下是您可以期待事情变得疯狂的时间：
- January–February: Everyone's rushing to ship goods before Chinese New Year.
- May–July: 美国的商店正在为返校销售备货。
- September–November: 这是假期前的运输高峰期。
- Late November–December: You might find cheaper rates if you can hold off.
For example:
一个销售电子产品的在线商店通过在八月发货来应对假日的疯狂。他们将货物存放在Dafey的美国仓库，并根据需要发货。这样，他们将运输成本降低了25%，并在黑色星期五到来时有足够的产品。
6. LCL货物运输中的隐性成本
While LCL 是节省小批量货物运输费用的好方法，但请注意：
- Higher handling fees at both origin and destination
- Storage charges if you miss pickup deadlines
- Increased risk of damage from more handling
For example, theSeaRates 物流指南指出LCL货物运输通常会因集装和拆装过程而产生额外的码头操作费用、文件费用和其他隐性成本。
Therefore, when comparing 中国 to 美国 FCL vs LCL shipping, be sure to calculate the all-in landed cost, not just the ocean freight.
7. 为什么您的追踪更新很慢
Some forwarders update tracking only when there’s major movement — loading, departure, arrival. That means you could go days without knowing your cargo’s status.
In contrast, providers likeDafey 物流提供实时跟踪和主动警报，让您知道您的集装箱何时清关或卡车何时在前往您的仓库的途中。
如何在2025年保护自己
- Insist on detailed quotes — Ask for a breakdown of every cost from origin to final delivery.
- Understand your Incoterms — Know if you’re paying DDP, DDU, or FOB, and what that means for your responsibility.
- Verify compliance expertise — Choose partners who understand US import regulations for your product category.
- Plan for seasonality — Ship early for peak seasons, or negotiate capacity guarantees.
- Prioritize communication — Un gerente de cuentas receptivo puede ahorrarle tiempo, dinero y estrés.
Why Dafey Logistics Talks About These Issues
许多货运代理忽视这些要点，因为它们使销售变得更加困难。在Dafey物流，我们相信最佳的合作关系建立在透明度之上。
- Here's what we do:
- We handle everything with our DDP shipping from China to the USA.
- We get your goods through customs early so there aren't any hold-ups.
- We have options for any amount you need to ship like by sea, air, or a mix of both.
- You can see where your shipment is at any time.
- 我们让电子商务卖家轻松将商品发送到亚马逊FBA。
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