China to Europe DDP Sea Freight Service

Product Specification

Service Description

FCL (Full Container Load): 20GP/40GP/40HQ whole container shipping, direct to major European ports.
LCL (Less than Container Load): Consolidation service charged by volume, regular weekly departures, ideal for e-commerce and small-batch trade.
DDP Service: Covers export customs clearance, import customs clearance, VAT and duty prepayment, and door delivery. You handle nothing in Europe.
Door-to-Door: From factory pickup in Shenzhen and South China to Amazon warehouses, overseas warehouses, commercial addresses, or residences across Europe — we manage it all.
Real-Time Tracking: Monitor your shipment from booking to final delivery.

Key Differentiators:

• Direct LCL consolidation from Shenzhen with flexible cut-off times.

• Unified EU customs clearance — goods clear at Rotterdam/Hamburg/Antwerp and are quickly distributed across Europe.

• VAT deferral available to improve cash flow.

• China-Europe rail alternative available during peak sea freight seasons.

Service Coverage

Ports of Loading:

• Main Port: Shenzhen (Yantian/Shekou/Dachan Bay)

• South China Area: Guangzhou, Dongguan, Foshan, Zhongshan, etc. (trucking to Shenzhen available)

• Other Ports: Shanghai, Ningbo, Qingdao, Xiamen, etc. (upon request)

Destination Ports & Europe-Wide Coverage:

• Main European Ports: Rotterdam (Netherlands), Hamburg (Germany), Antwerp (Belgium), Le Havre (France), Genoa (Italy)

• UK: Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway (separate customs since Brexit)

• Inland Extensions: Trucking or rail delivery to major cities in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Poland, and across Europe

Cargo Accepted: General goods, e-commerce parcels, household items, electronics, machinery parts, auto parts, lighting products, etc. Special cargo (batteries, liquids, cosmetics, wooden products) — please consult in advance.

Information Required

1. Cargo Details: Product name, HS code, quantity, packaging, volume (CBM), gross weight (KG), cargo value

2. Shipper & Consignee: Shipper name/contact; consignee full address in Europe, phone, contact person (provide EORI or VAT number if available)

3. Shipping Mode: FCL (container type) or LCL (volume)

4. Other: Whether door pickup in China is needed, any special requirements (labeling/palletizing/fumigation), VAT deferral request

FAQs

Q: What is the transit time to Europe?
A: Main European ports: 30-40 days (vessel to port). Including customs and delivery: 35-50 days door-to-door. UK: 25-35 days separately.

Q: What are the advantages of shipping from Shenzhen?
A: Frequent Europe-destined sailings, flexible cut-off times, convenient pickup across South China, and direct LCL consolidation reducing transit time.

Q: What is VAT deferral?
A: It allows you to postpone VAT payment at import and deduct it in your subsequent VAT return, significantly improving cash flow. We can assist with this.

Q: What costs are included in DDP service?
A: Covers export customs clearance, sea freight, import VAT and duties, customs clearance fees, port handling charges, and final delivery. UK and EU rates differ — please confirm separately.

Q: Is there a difference between shipping to the UK and the EU after Brexit?
A: Yes. The UK is no longer part of the EU Customs Union. Shipments to the UK require separate customs clearance with different VAT policies. We handle them separately to ensure compliance.

Q: Any special requirements for Amazon FBA?
A: Yes — FNSKU labels and "Made in China" labels required on each carton. Pallets must meet EU standards (1.2m x 0.8m or 1.2m x 1.0m) with height not exceeding 1.8m. EORI or VAT number required in advance for customs clearance.

Q: What goods cannot be shipped via DDP?
A: Europe prohibits certain animal/plant products, infringing goods, specific e-cigarettes, etc. Most general cargo is acceptable. If unsure, please provide the product name and we will confirm.