Other air services
EMS sensitive and special-goods small parcels can be appropriate for eligible food, cosmetics, medicine, battery-powered products, or other sensitive goods after item-level review.
USA SERVICE AND RATE GUIDANCE
China-to-US services and reference rates
Use the actual goods, final carton, delivery ZIP code, and tax basis before comparing a rate. The figures below are service references; acceptance and final charges depend on the shipment that is actually tendered.
- Final carton dimensions determine chargeable weight
- Tax basis and address conditions vary by service
- Sensitive goods and batteries require their own review
START BY NEED
Different US shipment needs use different pricing logic
Urgent standard goods, flexible heavy cartons, sensitive goods, standalone batteries, and large cargo should not be compared as though they shared the same service and charging rules.
AIRUrgent eligible standard goodsCompare tax-included air and DHL express by timing, tax basis, dimensional weight, and address.SEAFlexible heavier shipmentsCompare standard and sensitive sea freight by carton, chargeable weight, and final delivery conditions.SENSITIVEFood, cosmetics, liquids, and brandsUse the relevant sensitive-goods service rather than applying a normal-goods rate.SPECIALBatteries and oversized cargoStandalone batteries, furniture, equipment, and large goods need specialist pricing and handling review.
AIR AND EXPRESS
Air and express reference rates
Air standard goods and DHL express have different tax treatment, dimensional-weight divisors, limits, and delivery requirements. Confirm all conditions before booking.
| Service | Reference charge | Reference transit | Charging and limit notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| JF tax-included standard air | CNY 110 for 0-0.5 kg; CNY 68 for each additional 0.5 kg | 5-12 days | Dimensional weight commonly uses /6000; maximum 22 kg; reference limits 120 cm longest side, 76 cm second side, 266 cm girth. |
| DHL express standard goods | CNY 149 for 0-0.5 kg; CNY 36 for each additional 0.5 kg; CNY 64/kg from 20.01 kg | 5-7 days | Taxes not included; dimensional weight commonly uses /5000; maximum 69 kg; reference limits 90 cm longest side and 78 cm second side. |
How to compare air prices
Use the same goods, final outer carton, tax basis, and ZIP code. A lower published rate is not comparable if its limits, taxes, or delivery conditions differ.
SEA FREIGHT
Standard and sensitive sea-freight reference rates
Sea freight is usually compared for flexible, heavier, or bulkier shipments. Standard and sensitive goods do not share the same acceptance conditions.
| Service | Reference charge | Reference transit | Suitable initial scenario |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard sea freight | CNY 88 for the first kg, then CNY 25/kg | 30-35 days | Eligible standard household goods, clothing, shoes, and flexible consolidated cartons. |
| Faster sea freight | CNY 99 for the first kg, then CNY 29/kg | 25-30 days | Eligible standard goods where sea timing matters more. |
| Sensitive sea freight | CNY 109 for the first kg, then CNY 32/kg | 30-35 days | Eligible sensitive goods after ingredients, packing, quantity, value, and address review. |
Why sea freight can look cheaper
The rate can suit flexible heavy cargo, but actual and dimensional weight, carton size, final-mile delivery, and handling still determine the real comparison.
Sensitive goods do not use standard-goods assumptions
Food, medicine, cosmetics, liquids, brands, and battery goods must be classified before applying a sensitive or specialist sea service.
SPECIALIST SERVICES
Standalone batteries and oversized cargo reference rates
These services are selected from the goods and delivery profile, not from a standard parcel rate. Confirm packing, address coverage, taxes, delivery access, and handling before warehouse intake.
STANDALONE BATTERIES
Tax-included battery sea freight
For eligible standalone batteries under specialist battery rules and packing requirements.
0-5 kgCNY 219 first kg, then CNY 52/kg
5.01-10 kgCNY 48/kg
10.01 kg and aboveCNY 44/kg
Reference transit 30-35 days. Provide battery type, power, quantity, per-piece weight, UN carton packing, and ZIP code.
OVERSIZED SEA FREIGHT
Tax-included oversized sea freight
For furniture, equipment, lighting, and other large cargo after dimensions, packing, and delivery-site review.
150-500 kgQuote by actual shipment profile
500 kg and aboveQuote by destination and truck handling
Confirm crate or frame, longest side, piece weight, truck access, appointment, unloading, and any upstairs-delivery requirement.
FASTER LARGE CARGO
Faster oversized sea service
A separate large-cargo option where timing and destination conditions support it.
- West and East Coast timing can differ materially.
- Truck delivery and unloading are assessed against the final site.
- Oversize, remote, appointment, and handling charges can apply.
Do not apply ordinary sea-freight pricing to long, heavy, crated, or irregular pieces.
Why the final price can differ for the same weight
Goods category
Standard, sensitive, standalone-battery, branded, and high-value goods use different services and handling requirements.
Dimensional weight and increments
Finished-carton dimensions, /6000 or /5000 divisor, first/additional weight, bands, and minimum chargeable weight affect the calculation.
Dimensions and packing
Longest side, second side, girth, actual piece weight, crates, frames, and irregular packing can trigger a specialist service or surcharge.
ZIP code and address
Remote area, islands, PO Boxes, schools, appointments, redelivery, truck delivery, and unloading can affect final delivery cost.
PRICE FAQ
Common questions about US shipping rates
Reference figures are planning tools. Use the actual goods, final carton, and delivery address for a practical quotation.
Read the cost calculation guideWhy is a final quote higher than a published rate?
The final carton, chargeable weight, goods category, tax basis, ZIP code, and oversize or delivery conditions may differ from the reference scenario.
Does tax-included mean every possible charge is included?
No. Confirm the selected service wording and whether remote area, special delivery, address correction, handling, taxes, or clearance-related charges can apply.
What should I send for a route-specific quote?
Provide goods photos and category, quantity, value, each piece's weight and final dimensions, packing, complete US address and ZIP code, and timing requirement.
REQUEST A REVIEW
Prepare the shipment brief before confirming cost and service
Send goods category, photos, final carton data, value, address and ZIP code, and delivery preference to match an actual shipment to the appropriate US route.