Best Time to Import from China: Plan Backward from Your Sell Date
The best time to import from China depends on your sell date. See the peak seasons, Chinese New Year 2027 timing, and how to plan your order backward.
Shipping & Logistics
Shipping terms, container choices and how to get your goods from China to your door.
Cargo Insurance from China: What It Covers and When You Need It
Cargo insurance from China explained: carrier liability limits, Clauses A, B and C, CIF vs CIP, common exclusions, and what to do if goods arrive damaged.
FCL vs LCL: Should You Ship a Full or Shared Container from China?
FCL vs LCL shipping from China compared on cost, time and risk. See when a shared container makes sense, when to book a full one, and how to compare quotes.
FOB vs CIF vs DDP: Who Pays What When You Import from China
FOB vs CIF vs DDP explained: who pays freight, insurance, duties and delivery, where the risk passes, and which term fits your order from China.
How to Consolidate Shipments from China
How multi-supplier consolidation works in Yiwu: receiving, checking, repacking and loading, with real costs and timelines.