Sea or Air —— How to choose shipping method in international trade transportation？

The shipping method is a very important part of international trade.

But whether it is big B or small B or self-employed, every buyer will face a dilemma, should I choose air or sea freight?

We visited and surveyed some customers and friends who are doing foreign trade in Yiwu market. Based on their transportation experience, we analyzed the advantages and disadvantages of the two to help buyers know more about them and choose the transportation that suits them.

In terms of timeliness, the air shipping method will be more convenient.

Compared with air freight, sea freight has lower freight, but the process is relatively complicated, and the transportation cycle is long, which leads to high risks. If it is a large and heavy cargo, it should be better to choose sea freight, and air freight is not recommended for small goods. Customers Fast, the process is simpler than shipping, and the market feedback is also better, the disadvantage is that the freight is expensive.

How about the shipping time by air and sea?

Generally speaking, the normal time limit of TNT, DHL, UPS and other international express air freight lines is 3-7 working days. For EMS and some air freight lines, the time limit is 7-15 working days. The shipping time by sea is relatively longer. Generally In about 35-50 days, if it is slow, it may take up to 2 months.

When can I choose sea freight and when can I choose air freight?

Generally speaking, small parcels and document luggage are suitable for transportation by international express air freight, which can be delivered in a short time to meet people's urgent transportation needs. Due to the high unit price of air freight, small parcels less than 20KG are eager to receive. , you can choose to ship by air. Sea freight is suitable for bulk cargo and the customer's request is not very urgent, the freight will be much cheaper, but the time limit needs to be psychologically prepared.

Cargo Restrictions for Air and Sea Freight

For safety reasons, single overweight and oversized items cannot be flown by air. Like many liquids, flammable and explosive items cannot be moved. Compared with air freight, sea freight has much fewer cargo restrictions. As long as it is not contraband, air freight cannot travel. The products can go. If you have transportation needs, you can inquire: Union Source

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