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Shipping from China to USA
Trade Overview
China–USA is one of Airlift’s key trade corridors, with high shipment volume across electronics, industrial goods, home appliances, and consumer products. Airlift services major Chinese ports with FCL and LCL forwarding solutions supported by digital shipment tracking and customs coordination.
(Based on Airlift’s recorded shipments over the past 12 months.)
Quick Facts : China USA
Service TypeFull Container Load (FCL) & LCL on select routings
Operational ControlLicensed agent partners in China; shipments handled by Airlift-owned offices in the USA
Major Origin PortsShanghai, Shenzhen, Ningbo, Qingdao
Major Destination PortsLos Angeles, Long Beach, Houston, New York, Oakland
Typical Transit Time Range16–48 days depending on routing (P10–P90)
Container Types Supported20FT, 40FT, High Cube
Primary CommoditiesElectronics, machinery, home appliances, furniture
Additional Cargo TypesPlastics, consumer goods, automotive components
Customs HandlingExport coordinated via licensed agents; import filing managed via Airlift USA office with licensed brokers
Major Ports (Based on Actual Export Volume)
Top Origin Ports:
Shanghai, Shenzhen, Ningbo, Qingdao
Top Destination Ports:
Los Angeles, Long Beach, Houston, New York, Oakland
Transit Times (Based on Historical Airlift Data – P10 to P90)
Origin from Shanghai
Destination Ports
Average Transit Time
Los Angeles
16–30 days
Long Beach
18–31 days
Houston
28–38 days
New York
32–45 days
Oakland
20–35 days
Origin from Shenzhen
Destination Ports
Average Transit Time
Los Angeles
18–32 days
Long Beach
19–33 days
Houston
30–42 days
New York
35–48 days
Origin from Ningbo
Destination Ports
Average Transit Time
Los Angeles
17–30 days
Long Beach
19–32 days
Houston
29–40 days
New York
35–47 days
Transit times represent operational shipment history and not guaranteed schedules.
Common Commodities Shipped
Top 4 (by container volume):
- Electronic goods and components
- Industrial machinery
- Home appliances
- Furniture and decor
Additional Commodities Handled:
Plastics, packaging materials, textiles, consumer retail goods.
Customs & Compliance
At Origin – China
- Export declaration via China Customs (GACC)
- Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and HS code verification required
- CIQ inspections may apply for regulated commodities
At Destination – USA
- Mandatory ISF (Importer Security Filing) before loading
- CBP customs entry with a valid bond
- Regulatory filings may apply (e.g., FCC for electronics, FDA for certain goods)
Service Options
- Full Container Load (FCL) – 20FT, 40FT, HQ
- Less than Container Load (LCL)
- Special handling available for sensitive cargo
- Door-to-port and door-to-door options on request
Why Airlift
- Regular sailings on this trade lane
- Regular sailings on this trade lane
- Experience handling electronics, machinery, and consumer goods
- Customs documentation supported via licensed brokers
- Shipment visibility available through Airlift’s digital platform
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