# Freight knowledge, written plainly

Source: https://ch-shipping.com/blog
Language: en
Description: Real costs, transit times, customs, DDP and tariffs for shipping from China to Mexico and Latin America — from a freight team that runs these lanes weekly.

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Field-tested guidance on modes, routing, customs and cost — the questions our customers actually ask before they ship.

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## Start from what you are trying to do

The newest article is rarely the one you need. These five entry points group every guide by destination, by mode and by the question it answers.

- [By destination Shipping from China to Mexico 30 guides](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/topics/mexico)
- [By destination Colombia, Chile and the rest of Latin America 17 guides](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/topics/latin-america)
- [By question Customs, duties and documents 24 guides](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/topics/customs-and-documents)
- [By mode Air freight from China 24 guides](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/topics/air-freight)
- [By mode Ocean freight from China 51 guides](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/topics/ocean-freight)

[Bolivia 2026 Import Duty Cut: How DS 5646 Resets Landed Cost](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/bolivia-import-duty-cut-ds-5646-2026)—Guide DS 5646 cuts Bolivia's GA duty 5 points and caps its base to 10% of freight/insurance. How the changes reset landed-cost math for ocean and air. Sep 5, 2026 · 8 min read Read article →
- [China–Latin America freight & customs policy brief](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/china-latam-freight-policy-brief)—Reference Dated, rolling brief on China-to-Latin America trade rules: Mexico anti-dumping rulings, Panama Canal limits, and customs changes in Peru, Colombia and Argentina. Sep 5, 2026 · 10 min read
- [China Mid-Autumn & National Day 2026: Shipping Cut-Off Calendar](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/china-national-day-2026-shipping-cutoffs)—Guide China's National Day holiday runs Oct 1-7, 2026, with Oct 10 a make-up workday. What to confirm with the factory, warehouse, carrier and documents before your next shipment, plus the official calendar. Sep 5, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Mexico's September 2026 Anti-Dumping Rulings on Chinese Imports](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/mexico-anti-dumping-rulings-china-september-2026)—Reference Six DOF final rulings set China anti-dumping duties on steel, aluminum, paperboard, polycarbonate and ammonium sulfate, by fracción, rate and date. Sep 5, 2026 · 9 min read
- [Commercial Air Freight vs Express Courier from China](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/commercial-air-freight-vs-express-courier-from-china)—Comparison Compare commercial air freight and express courier from China by cargo profile, documents, handling, customs scope and quote inputs. Aug 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Multi-Supplier Consolidation in China for Latin America Importers](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/multi-supplier-consolidation-china-latin-america)—Guide Plan multi-supplier consolidation in China with supplier instructions, receiving controls, document reconciliation and an FCL or LCL booking. Aug 22, 2026 · 9 min read
- [Chargeable Weight Worked Examples: 224 kg, 250 kg and 592 kg Cases](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/chargeable-weight-worked-examples)—Reference Four worked air-freight chargeable-weight examples using common planning divisors 6000 and 5000; confirm the actual carrier quote before booking. Jul 6, 2026 · 6 min read
- [China to Manzanillo Transit Days: How Long Does It Really Take?](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/china-to-manzanillo-transit-days)—Reference How to interpret the China–Manzanillo ocean benchmark, what port-to-port excludes, and how routing, congestion, customs and inland delivery shape the full timeline. Jul 6, 2026 · 6 min read
- [Are Yantian and Shekou the Same as Shenzhen Port? All 4 Compared](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shenzhen-area-ports-comparison)—Reference Yes and no: Yantian, Shekou, Chiwan and Da Chan Bay are separate terminals inside the Shenzhen port zone. Compare them by factory location, cut-off, live service and total cost. Jul 6, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Telex Release vs Original B/L vs Seaway Bill: How to Choose](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/telex-release-vs-original-bl-vs-seaway)—Comparison A deep dive into the three ways cargo gets released at destination — original bill of lading (OBL), telex release and seaway bill — with the mechanics, use cases, common mistakes and a multilingual glossary. Jul 6, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Air & Ocean Freight from China: Modes, Costs, Ports & Routes (2026)](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/air-and-ocean-freight-from-china-guide)—Guide The complete 2026 guide to freight from China: air vs ocean, FCL vs LCL, how shipping is priced, which port to use, special cargo and routes to Latin America. Jun 22, 2026 · 9 min read
- [Alibaba vs Made-in-China vs 1688: Which Is Cheapest to Buy From (2026)](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/alibaba-vs-made-in-china-vs-1688)—Comparison Alibaba.com, Made-in-China.com and 1688.com compared for 2026: which is cheaper, which is best for machinery, how foreign buyers use 1688 (the Chinese version of Alibaba), MOQ, Trade Assurance and export support. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Mexico Cuotas Compensatorias: How to Check a Shipment](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/anti-dumping-duties-cuotas-compensatorias-mexico)—Reference A resolution-first method for checking Mexican anti-dumping or countervailing duties by product description, fracción, origin, exporter, rate and validity. Jun 22, 2026 · 6 min read
- [CFDI & Pedimento: Reconciling Your Mexican Import Records](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/cfdi-pedimento-reconciliation-mexico-imports)—Reference What Mexico's current tax rules require on a CFDI for a first-hand sale of imported goods, and how the pedimento supports an import-IVA credit claim. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Container from China to Mexico? (2026)](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/china-to-mexico-container-shipping-cost)—Guide What it costs to ship a container from China to Mexico in 2026 — the full cost stack of ocean freight, surcharges, duty and IVA, and why rates move. Jun 22, 2026 · 9 min read
- [China to Mexico Inland Delivery: CDMX, Guadalajara & Monterrey DDP](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/china-to-mexico-inland-delivery-cdmx-guadalajara-monterrey)—Guide The inland leg after the port: moving cargo from Manzanillo or Lázaro Cárdenas to CDMX, Guadalajara and Monterrey. Drayage, LTL vs FTL, customs and DDP. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Chinese New Year 2027: Factory Shutdown, Cut-Offs & How to Ship](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/chinese-new-year-2027-shipping-factory-shutdown)—Guide Chinese New Year 2027 falls on February 6. Plan around the factory shutdown: production cut-offs, the pre-CNY space and rate crunch, post-holiday ramp-up, and how to keep stock flowing. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [How Many CBM Fit in a 20ft, 40ft and 40HC Container?](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/container-cbm-capacity-how-much-fits)—Reference A 40ft gives about 67 m³ on paper but only 55–58 m³ usable. Nominal vs. usable CBM by container size, max payload, pallet counts and a realistic loading factor for planning shipments. Jun 22, 2026 · 6 min read
- [Freight & Import Glossary: China–Latin America Shipping Terms](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/freight-and-import-glossary)—Reference A plain-language glossary of freight, shipping and customs terms for importing from China to Latin America — Incoterms, ocean and air freight, surcharges, customs. Jun 22, 2026 · 11 min read
- [How to Buy from China: a Step-by-Step Guide for First-Time Importers](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/how-to-buy-from-china-importers-guide)—Guide A step-by-step guide to buying from China for first-time importers — finding suppliers, samples, vetting, Incoterms, paying safely, QC, and arranging freight. Jun 22, 2026 · 10 min read
- [How to Pay Chinese Suppliers Safely (Methods & Anti-Fraud Rules)](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/how-to-pay-chinese-suppliers-safely)—Guide How to pay Chinese suppliers safely: T/T bank wire, Alibaba Trade Assurance, L/C and PayPal compared, plus anti-fraud rules to avoid losing your deposit. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [How to Verify a Chinese Supplier on Alibaba (7-Step Due Diligence)](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/how-to-verify-a-chinese-supplier-alibaba)—Guide A skeptical 7-step due-diligence checklist to verify a Chinese supplier on Alibaba: business licence, supplier status, factory checks, samples and red flags. Jun 22, 2026 · 10 min read
- [Importing Auto Parts from China to Mexico: NOM, Fracción & Duties](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/importing-auto-parts-from-china-to-mexico)—Guide How to import auto parts from China to Mexico: classification by fracción, conditional NOM and sector checks, anti-dumping screening, IVA, IMMEX eligibility and DDP. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Importing Electronics from China to Mexico: NOM, Telecom & Duties](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/importing-electronics-from-china-to-mexico)—Guide What it takes to import consumer electronics from China to Mexico: NOM labeling, CRT telecom homologation, HS classification, duties, IVA and air vs ocean. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Importing from China: Customs, Duties, Tariffs & Compliance (2026)](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/importing-from-china-customs-and-compliance-guide)—Guide A complete 2026 guide to importing from China: customs documents, who can be importer of record, HS codes, tariffs, duties, taxes and product compliance. Jun 22, 2026 · 11 min read
- [Importing Furniture from China to Mexico: Costs, Tariffs & NOM](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/importing-furniture-from-china-to-mexico)—Guide How to import furniture from China to Mexico: FCL vs LCL for bulky cargo, tariff-classification and NOM checks, taxes and a compliant DDP structure. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Importing Machinery from China to Mexico: Containers, Permits & Duties](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/importing-machinery-from-china-to-mexico)—Guide How to import machinery and equipment from China to Mexico: flat-rack and open-top for oversized cargo, used-machinery rules, permits and fracción, NOM electrical safety and DDP. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Importing Textiles & Apparel from China to Mexico: NOM-004-SE-2021](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/importing-textiles-apparel-from-china-to-mexico)—Guide How to screen textile imports by fracción for Anexo 10 registration, NOM-004-SE-2021 labeling, compensatory duties, 2026 tariffs, IMMEX and DDP. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Mercado Libre Cross-Border (CBT) Logistics from China: How It Works](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/mercado-libre-cross-border-cbt-logistics-from-china)—Guide How Mercado Libre cross-border / CBT selling from China actually moves goods: the import side, importer-of-record problem, DDP, and Full vs cross-border. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Mexico's 2026 Parcel & Courier Tax on Imports from China, Explained](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/mexico-courier-parcel-tax-2026)—Guide How Mexico's simplified courier import rates work in 2026, when the general 33.5% or conditional 19% treatment applies, and how formal freight differs. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Products Needing NOM in Mexico: Classification-First Checklist](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/nom-requirements-by-product-importing-to-mexico)—Reference Screen Mexican NOM requirements by product, tariff classification and Anexo 2.4.1, including current NOM-004-SE-2021, NOM-008-SE-2021 and CRT checks. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Padrón de Importadores: Mexico's Importer Registry Explained](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/padron-de-importadores-mexico-guide)—Guide Mexico's general Padrón de Importadores route, its RFC and e.firma prerequisites, conditional Anexo 10 sector registration, limited SAT procedures and DDP. Jun 22, 2026 · 9 min read
- [RFC, e.firma & Buzón Tributario: Mexico Padrón Requirements](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/rfc-efirma-buzon-tributario-importing-to-mexico)—Reference How an active RFC, current e.firma and validated Buzón Tributario fit the SAT's current Padrón de Importadores registration conditions. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Shipping from China to Argentina: A Guide to Buenos Aires](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-argentina-buenos-aires)—Guide Shipping from China to Argentina via Buenos Aires: routing, Aduana customs under AFIP/ARCA, the new SEDI/SECOIN import regime, IVA and DDP door-to-door. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Shipping from China to Bolivia: Transit Routing, Costs & Customs](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-bolivia)—Guide How to ship from China to landlocked Bolivia through a live third-country gateway: transit planning, ANB importer and declaration routes, GA and IVA. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Shipping from China to Brazil: A Guide to the Port of Santos](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-brazil-santos)—Guide Shipping from China to Brazil via Santos: routing, Siscomex / Sistema Habilita, the 2026 CBS/IBS transition and formal-import tax planning. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Shipping from China to Central America: A Guatemala Customs Example](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-central-america-guatemala)—Guide How to plan China–Central America shipping using Guatemala as an example: live gateway selection, SAT importer clearance, IVA and DR-CAFTA origin limits. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Shipping from China to Costa Rica: Caldera, Moín, TICA Customs & Costs](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-costa-rica)—Guide How to ship from China to Costa Rica via Caldera or Moín/Limón: ocean and air options, transit ranges, TICA customs clearance, DAI duty and IVA. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Shipping from China to the Dominican Republic: Caucedo & Customs](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-dominican-republic)—Guide How to ship from China to the Dominican Republic via Caucedo and Haina: ocean and air options, transit ranges, DGA customs in SIGA, the RNC, and duty, ITBIS and ISC costs. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Shipping from China to Ecuador (Guayaquil): Costs, Times & SENAE](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-ecuador-guayaquil)—Guide How to ship from China to Ecuador via Guayaquil: ocean and air options, transit ranges, SENAE customs in ECUAPASS, RUC and the DAI, plus duty, IVA and FODINFA. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Shipping from China to Mercado Libre Full Mexico: First-Leg Guide](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-mercado-libre-mexico)—Guide How to ship from China to Mercado Libre Full in Mexico: the importer-of-record problem, NOM labeling, and the domestic inbound into a Full warehouse. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Shipping from China to Mexico: The Complete 2026 Guide](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-mexico-complete-guide)—Guide A practical 2026 overview of shipping from China to Mexico — air vs ocean, ports, transit times, costs, the pedimento, tariffs, NOM and DDP door-to-door. Jun 22, 2026 · 9 min read
- [Shipping from China to Panama: Ports, Free Zone & Customs](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-panama)—Guide How to ship from China to Panama: container-terminal selection, the Colón Free Zone, customs declarations, ITBMS rates and shipment-specific re-export checks. Jun 22, 2026 · 8 min read
- [Shipping from China to Uruguay: Costs, Customs & Montevideo Free Port](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-uruguay)—Guide How to plan a China–Uruguay shipment through a live gateway: Montevideo's free-port rules, DNA general-import DUA, RUT, broker, duty and IVA. Jun 22, 2026 · 7 min read
- [How to Ship Lithium Batteries from China (UN38.3, Dangerous Goods)](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-lithium-batteries-from-china)—Guide How UN38.3, IATA packing instructions, 2026 state-of-charge rules and the IMDG Code apply to lithium batteries shipped from China. Jun 22, 2026 · 9 min read
- [The True Landed Cost of Importing from China (FOB to Your Door)](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/true-landed-cost-importing-from-china)—Guide The FOB price isn't your real cost. See the full landed-cost stack from China to your door — freight, duty, IVA, broker fees, delivery — plus how DDP simplifies it. Jun 22, 2026 · 10 min read
- [Volumetric Weight & Cubic Measurement Explained](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/volumetric-weight-and-cubic-measurement-explained)—Reference How cubic size drives freight cost across air, courier and ocean LCL — the CBM and volumetric-weight formulas, with worked examples for each mode. Jun 22, 2026 · 6 min read
- [Shipping from China to Chile and Brazil: Customs-First Planning](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-chile-brazil)—Guide Compare China–Chile origin claims with Brazil's formal Siscomex and Mercosur framework, using live routing and shipment-specific tax checks. May 12, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Shipping from China to Peru via Callao: Origin and SUNAT Checks](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-peru-callao)—Guide Plan China–Peru freight through Callao with live routing, shipment-specific origin proof and current SUNAT import procedures. May 5, 2026 · 6 min read
- [The IMMEX Program Explained (and the December 2024 Apparel Change)](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/immex-program-explained)—Explainer What Mexico's IMMEX program is, who can use its temporary-import framework, and how the December 2024 decree restricted specified finished-apparel tariff lines. Apr 28, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Mexican NOM Compliance: Classification, Evidence & Labeling Routes](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/nom-certification-importing-to-mexico)—Guide Determine Mexican NOM certification, testing and labeling by fracción, standard scope and current Anexo 2.4.1 instead of using category-wide assumptions. Apr 21, 2026 · 6 min read
- [Sending Inventory to Amazon Mexico (FBA): Freight, Customs and Duties](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/amazon-mexico-fba-freight-guide)—Guide How to ship inventory from China to Amazon Mexico FBA: importer-of-record structure, Mexican customs and duties, Amazon delivery rules, and freight options. Apr 14, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Shipping from China to Latin America: Choose the Lane, Then Verify](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/china-to-latin-america-shipping-guide)—Reference A practical map for choosing ocean or air freight from China to Latin America, with country-specific links for live routes and customs checks. Apr 7, 2026 · 8 min read
- [China to Mexico Shipping Time: Which Transit Clock?](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/china-to-mexico-shipping-time)—Reference China–Mexico planning benchmarks by transport leg, what port-to-port and airport-to-airport exclude, and how to obtain a door-to-door estimate for your shipment. Mar 31, 2026 · 6 min read
- [Ocean Freight from China to Buenaventura and Cartagena](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/ocean-freight-china-to-buenaventura-cartagena)—Guide A practical comparison of Colombian ocean-freight gateway options: Buenaventura on the Pacific and Cartagena on the Caribbean, with live routing, customs, DDP structure and inland quotes. Mar 24, 2026 · 6 min read
- [Ocean Freight from China to Lázaro Cárdenas and Veracruz](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/ocean-freight-china-to-lazaro-cardenas-veracruz)—Guide How to ship from China to Lázaro Cárdenas and Veracruz as alternatives to Manzanillo: Pacific vs Gulf routing, transit times, customs, and inland reach. Mar 17, 2026 · 6 min read
- [Ocean Freight from China to Manzanillo: A Practical Guide](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/ocean-freight-china-to-manzanillo)—Guide A practical guide to ocean freight from China to Manzanillo: live routing, FCL vs LCL, port-to-port timing, Mexican customs, DDP scope and inland delivery. Mar 10, 2026 · 6 min read
- [Shipping from China to Colombia: Customs, DIAN and Tariffs Explained](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-china-to-colombia-customs-dian)—Guide A practical guide to importing from China to Colombia — DIAN registration, the targeted 35% measure on 14 classifications, ports and documents. Mar 3, 2026 · 7 min read
- [DDP Shipping from China to Mexico: How Delivered Duty Paid Works](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/ddp-shipping-china-to-mexico)—Guide How a compliant China–Mexico DDP arrangement is structured, which charges may be included, who acts as importer of record, and what must be confirmed before booking. Feb 24, 2026 · 6 min read
- [HS Codes and Tariffs: Classifying Your Products for Export](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/hs-codes-and-tariffs)—Guide What HS codes are, how the classification system is structured, why the right code matters for duty and compliance, and how to classify your products correctly. Feb 17, 2026 · 6 min read
- [How to Import from China to Mexico: Pedimento, Padrón & Customs](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/import-from-china-to-mexico-customs-pedimento)—Guide A plain-English guide to Mexican import customs — the pedimento, the Padrón de Importadores registry, sector-specific padrones and the documents you need to clear goods from China. Feb 17, 2026 · 7 min read
- [Mexico's 2026 Tariffs on Chinese Imports: What Importers Need to Know](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/mexico-2026-tariffs-on-chinese-imports)—Reference How to check Mexico's tariff decree effective January 1, 2026 by exact fracción, origin and preference without applying headline rates to unlisted products. Feb 10, 2026 · 5 min read
- [China to the US: Realistic Ocean and Air Transit Times](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/china-us-transit-times)—Reference How China–US ocean and air transit varies by ports, booked service, transshipment, customs and delivery address, and how to obtain a shipment-specific window. Jan 20, 2026 · 5 min read
- [Shipping from Shanghai and Ningbo: East China's Gateways](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-shanghai-ningbo)—Guide A guide to exporting through Shanghai (Yangshan, Waigaoqiao) and Ningbo-Zhoushan, comparing factory location, live services, transhipment and total cost. Dec 16, 2025 · 5 min read
- [Shipping from Shenzhen and South China: Ports and Lanes](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-shenzhen-south-china)—Guide A guide to exporting from South China — Shenzhen (Yantian, Shekou), Guangzhou (Nansha) and nearby ports, the cargo they suit, and the major trade lanes they serve. Nov 18, 2025 · 5 min read
- [Demurrage and Detention: How to Avoid Extra Container Charges](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/demurrage-and-detention)—Guide What demurrage and detention actually mean, why they are different, how free time works, and practical steps to avoid these avoidable container charges. Oct 21, 2025 · 5 min read
- [Peak-Season Shipping: GRI, Space and How to Plan Ahead](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/peak-season-shipping-gri)—Guide Why freight rates spike in peak season, what GRI and PSS surcharges mean, and practical ways to secure space and control costs when demand surges. Sep 16, 2025 · 5 min read
- [Shipping Dangerous Goods from China: Mode-Specific Checks for 2026](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-dangerous-goods-from-china)—Guide Plan dangerous-goods shipping from China using current IMDG, IATA DGR, ICAO and UN sources without assuming every shipment needs the same documents or packaging. Aug 19, 2025 · 7 min read
- [Cargo Insurance for International Shipments: What You Need to Know](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/cargo-insurance-explained)—Guide Why carrier liability is not enough, how marine cargo insurance works, what All Risks covers, and how to value a shipment so a claim actually pays out. Jul 15, 2025 · 6 min read
- [How to Pack and Palletize Export Cargo Safely](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/how-to-pack-and-palletize-export-cargo)—Guide Practical packing and palletizing guidance for international freight — carton strength, pallet choice, stacking, wrapping and labeling that prevents damage in transit. Jun 17, 2025 · 6 min read
- [Shipping Container Types and Sizes: A Practical Reference](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-container-types-and-sizes)—Reference A reference for the main shipping container types and sizes — standard, high-cube, reefer, open-top and flat-rack — with capacities and what each is for. May 20, 2025 · 6 min read
- [Shipping from Wuhan: Routes, Transit Times and What to Know](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/shipping-from-wuhan-guide)—Guide A guide to international shipping from Wuhan, China — ocean and air options from a central China hub to Latin America and beyond, typical transit times, and how inland origin affects your freight. May 20, 2025 · 6 min read
- [DDP vs DAP vs FOB: Choosing the Right Incoterm for China Imports](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/ddp-vs-dap-vs-fob)—Comparison Three of the most common Incoterms for buying from China compared — who handles freight, customs and duty under FOB, DAP and DDP, and which suits you. Apr 22, 2025 · 6 min read
- [How to Choose a Freight Forwarder in China: A Practical Checklist](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-freight-forwarder-in-china)—Guide What to look for in a China freight forwarder — licensing, carrier relationships, communication, pricing transparency and customs expertise — with a checklist you can use before you sign. Apr 8, 2025 · 7 min read
- [Exporting from China: The Customs Document Checklist](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/china-export-customs-documents)—Guide China export declarations, commercial and transport records, licences and cargo-specific documents — what is standard and what must be confirmed per shipment. Mar 18, 2025 · 6 min read
- [Air Freight vs Ocean Freight from China: How to Choose](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/air-vs-ocean-freight-from-china)—Comparison A practical comparison of air and ocean freight from China — cost, transit time, reliability and the cargo each mode suits best, so you can pick the right option with confidence. Mar 12, 2025 · 6 min read
- [How to Calculate Chargeable Weight for Air & Courier](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/chargeable-weight-air-freight)—Guide Air freight is billed on chargeable weight, not just actual weight. Learn how volumetric weight works, the formulas couriers use, and how to lower your bill. Feb 18, 2025 · 5 min read
- [Bill of Lading Explained: Types and How It Works](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/bill-of-lading-explained)—Guide What a bill of lading is, the difference between original, telex-release and seaway bills, and why this single document controls who can collect your cargo. Jan 21, 2025 · 6 min read
- [Ocean Freight Charges and Surcharges, Explained](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/ocean-freight-charges-and-surcharges)—Explainer Decode an ocean freight quote — base ocean freight, BAF, CAF, THC, documentation and the other line items that make up the real landed cost of a container. Dec 17, 2024 · 7 min read
- [FCL vs LCL: Which Ocean Freight Option Fits Your Shipment?](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/fcl-vs-lcl-ocean-freight)—Comparison A clear comparison of full-container (FCL) and less-than-container (LCL) ocean freight — cost, speed, risk and the volume where it makes sense to switch. Nov 19, 2024 · 6 min read
- [Incoterms 2020 Explained: A Shipper's Guide](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/incoterms-2020-explained)—Guide A practical guide to Incoterms 2020 — what each term means, who pays for what, and where risk transfers between buyer and seller in international trade. Oct 22, 2024 · 7 min read
- [What Is a Freight Forwarder, and What Do They Actually Do?](https://ch-shipping.com/blog/what-is-a-freight-forwarder)—Explainer A plain-English explanation of what a freight forwarder does, how they differ from carriers and customs brokers, and when using one saves you time and money. Sep 18, 2024 · 6 min read

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