Logistics
Shipping Bags from China: FOB, CIF, and Logistics for Importers
2025-12-10 6 min Guangcheng Logistics Team
Shipping Bags from China: A Practical Guide
Shipping Terms Explained
- FOB (Free On Board): Factory delivers to port. You arrange ocean freight. Best for experienced importers with freight forwarder relationships.
- CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight): Factory arranges shipping to your destination port. Simpler for first-time importers.
- EXW (Ex-Works): You handle everything from factory gate. Lowest factory price, highest logistics complexity.
Sea vs Air Freight
| | Sea Freight | Air Express | |---|------------|-------------| | Transit time | 25-40 days | 5-10 days | | Cost per kg | $0.50-1.50 | $3-8 | | Best for | Bulk orders (500+ units) | Samples, rush orders |
Guangcheng's Shipping Support
- FOB Shenzhen/Yantian (standard)
- CIF to major ports worldwide
- Air express via DHL/UPS/FedEx for samples
- Consolidated shipping for multi-SKU orders
- Full export documentation (commercial invoice, packing list, B/L, COO)
Contact sales@guangchenghandbag.com for a freight quote with your product specifications and delivery address.
