Shipping & Logistics
Flexible freight solutions from Asia to 50+ countries, with transparent lead times.
Shipping Solutions, Explained
Estroute shipping is an integrated logistics service covering sea freight, air freight and door-to-door delivery from Asian sourcing regions to destinations worldwide.
Shipping Methods
- Sea freight (LCL/FCL): cost-effective for bulk orders, with consolidation for smaller volumes.
- Air freight: fastest option for urgent orders and lightweight products.
- Door-to-door delivery: end-to-end tracking from factory to your address.
Major Ports
Goods depart from China's busiest international ports with regular sailings.
Major departure ports: Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Ningbo, Shanghai, Qingdao.
Typical Lead Times
| Stage / Method | Lead Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stock items | 3-7 days | Dispatched within 3-7 days after order. |
| Sea freight (China → US/EU) | 15-30 days | LCL/FCL to major ports with door-to-door tracking. |
| Air freight (China → US/EU) | 3-7 days | For urgent needs and lightweight items. |
Customs & Duties
Estroute provides documentation support for smooth customs clearance.
- Commercial invoice, packing list and shipping documents prepared for customs.
- Advice on tariff codes and duty calculation for common product categories.
- DDP/DDU options on select routes for simpler landed-cost management.
How long does shipping take?
Stock items dispatch in 3-7 days; sea freight to the US/EU takes 15-30 days and air freight takes 3-7 days. Total time depends on the destination and customs clearance.
Which ports does Estroute ship from?
Goods depart mainly from Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Ningbo, Shanghai and Qingdao, with regular LCL/FCL sailings to major global destinations.