CHINA BRF LOGISTICS · OCEAN FREIGHT

Sea Freight from China: FCL, LCL & Door-to-Door Ocean Shipping

Professional ocean freight solutions from major China ports to the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Europe, Africa and the Middle East. From factory pickup and export customs clearance to FCL/LCL booking, destination customs and final delivery.

China Port CoverageQingdao · Shanghai · Ningbo · Shenzhen · Tianjin · Dalian
FCL & LCL20GP · 40GP · 40HQ · Consolidation
Merci specialiOOG · Reefer · SOC/COC · Project Cargo
Door DeliveryCustoms clearance · Trucking · DDP / DAP
Ocean Freight Service Hub

One Sea Freight Page Connecting Your Complete China Export Network

Sea freight remains the practical choice for large-volume, heavy and regular commercial shipments from China. BRF Logistics coordinates the shipment from origin pickup through ocean transport and destination delivery, helping importers reduce handoffs, control costs and improve shipment visibility.

This page is designed as the central ocean-freight hub for BRF Logistics. Use the service, route and knowledge links below to move directly to the most relevant shipping guide for your cargo.

What BRF Can Coordinate

  • Factory pickup and supplier coordination in China
  • China warehouse receiving and multi-supplier consolidation
  • Export customs declaration and shipping documentation
  • FCL, LCL, OOG, reefer and project-cargo booking
  • Container loading supervision and cargo securing support
  • Destination customs-clearance coordination
  • Port-to-door and door-to-door inland delivery
Sea Freight Options

Choose the Right Ocean Freight Service

The right solution depends on cargo volume, product characteristics, destination, delivery deadline and Incoterms.

Spedizioni FCL

Dedicated 20GP, 40GP or 40HQ containers for larger shipments, regular import programs and cargo requiring lower handling risk.

Read the FCL guide →

LCL Shipping

Consolidated ocean freight for smaller shipments that do not require a full container, charged mainly by volume and routing.

Read the LCL guide →

OOG & Project Cargo

Flat-rack, open-top and project-cargo planning for oversized machinery, equipment and non-standard cargo.

View project cargo cases →

Reefer & Special Cargo

Temperature-controlled and special-cargo coordination with equipment, documentation and loading requirements checked before booking.

Explore sea freight articles →
Shipping Process

How Sea Freight from China Works

A clear workflow reduces delays and helps prevent unexpected destination costs.

1Cargo Details & Quote
2Factory Pickup / Warehouse
3Dogana all'esportazione
4FCL / LCL Booking
5Ocean Transit
6Customs & Final Delivery
Global Shipping Routes

Sea Freight from China to Major Import Markets

These destination pages contain country-specific ports, freight methods, customs information and door-delivery options.

Cina → Stati Uniti

FCL/LCL, U.S. ports, customs and inland delivery.

China to USA shipping →
Sea freight to USA →

Cina → Canada

Vancouver/Toronto/Montreal gateways, customs, DDP and inland delivery.

China to Canada shipping →

Cina → Australia

Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Fremantle and door delivery.

China to Australia shipping →

Cina → Nuova Zelanda

Auckland, Tauranga, Lyttelton, MPI and ATF/transitional-facility coordination.

China to New Zealand shipping →

China → United Kingdom

Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway and UK customs delivery.

China to UK shipping →

China → France

Le Havre, Marseille and France/EU import logistics.

China to France shipping →

China → South Africa

FCL/LCL sea freight and South Africa destination logistics.

Sea shipping to South Africa →

China → Saudi Arabia

Ocean freight, transit planning and major Saudi gateways.

Sea freight to Saudi Arabia →

China → Gulf / Middle East

Qatar, Kuwait and Oman ocean-freight service guides.

Qatar → · Kuwait → · Oman →
SEO Route Clusters

Deep-Dive Shipping Guides by Market

Use these internal-link clusters to strengthen topical authority around high-intent ocean-freight searches.

Ocean Freight Cost

What Determines Sea Freight Rates?

Instead of publishing one fixed rate on a permanent service page, connect users to current market updates and quote based on the actual lane, cargo and shipment date.

Cost FactorWhy It MattersWhat BRF Needs
Origin & destinationPort pair, direct/transshipment route and inland distance change total cost.Supplier city + final destination
FCL o LCLFCL uses a dedicated container; LCL is priced mainly by chargeable volume/weight and local charges.CBM, gross weight, package count
Tipo di contenitore20GP, 40GP, 40HQ, reefer, open top and flat rack have different equipment/rate structures.Dimensions + cargo characteristics
Season & vessel spacePeak season, blank sailings, congestion and carrier capacity management can move rates quickly.Data di disponibilità del carico
IncotermsEXW, FOB, CIF/CFR, DAP and DDP change which local, freight, customs and delivery charges are included.Purchase term / delivery requirement
Shipping Knowledge

Essential Sea Freight Guides for Importers

These supporting articles answer high-intent questions about container choice, Incoterms, destination charges and cargo risk.

FCL vs LCL

Compare handling, cost structure and shipment-size suitability.

Compare FCL and LCL →

EXW Shipping from China

Understand pickup, export clearance and buyer/seller responsibility under EXW.

EXW Incoterms guide →

CNF vs CIF vs FOB

Compare ocean-freight responsibility, insurance and transfer of risk.

CNF / CIF / FOB guide →

CNF / CFR Shipping

Learn how Cost and Freight works for sea shipments from China.

CNF shipping FAQ →

Spese di destinazione

Understand terminal, documentation, customs and local delivery costs after arrival.

Destination charge guide →

Marine Cargo Insurance

Review coverage logic and why cargo value/type affects insurance decisions.

Cargo insurance guide →

COC vs SOC Containers

Understand carrier-owned versus shipper-owned container options.

COC vs SOC →

Container Dimensions

20ft, 40ft and 40HQ size, capacity and use-reference guide.

Container size guide →

Sea Freight Blog Hub

Latest ocean-freight cases, rate updates and service articles.

View Sea Freight articles →
Why CHINA BRF LOGISTICS

Built for Commercial Importers Shipping from China

BRF Logistics focuses on practical shipment execution: cargo pickup, warehouse coordination, container planning, export customs, ocean booking, destination clearance support and final delivery.

  • Multiple China export gateways and supplier pickup coverage
  • FCL and LCL planning based on cargo volume and landed-cost needs
  • Support for OOG, reefer, SOC/COC and non-standard shipments
  • Door-to-door solutions for major overseas markets
  • Shipment updates and loading documentation for better visibility
Domande frequenti

Sea Freight from China FAQ

What is the cheapest way to ship large cargo from China?

For medium and large commercial shipments, sea freight is usually the most cost-efficient option. Whether FCL or LCL is better depends on cargo volume, weight, routing and destination charges.

When should I use FCL instead of LCL?

FCL is normally preferred for larger shipments, regular imports, fragile/high-value goods or cargo that benefits from reduced handling. LCL is useful for smaller volumes that do not justify a full container.

Which China ports can BRF arrange sea freight from?

Common gateways include Qingdao, Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Tianjin, Dalian and other major Chinese export ports, depending on supplier location and carrier routing.

Can BRF pick up cargo from my supplier?

Yes. A door-to-port or door-to-door plan can include factory pickup, China warehouse receiving, consolidation, export customs clearance and ocean booking.

Can sea freight include customs clearance and final delivery?

Yes. Depending on destination and agreed terms, BRF can coordinate destination customs-clearance support, local trucking and door delivery under DAP/DDU or DDP-style solutions.

What information is needed for an ocean freight quote?

Provide product name, total cartons/pallets, dimensions, gross weight, total CBM, pickup address, destination port or final address, cargo-ready date and Incoterms if known.

How long does sea freight from China take?

Transit time varies substantially by destination, direct versus transshipment service, port congestion, carrier schedule, customs clearance and inland delivery. BRF can check the latest routing once the origin and destination are known.

How often do ocean freight rates change?

Rates can change weekly or even more frequently during volatile periods. Seasonal demand, fuel, blank sailings, port congestion, equipment availability and carrier capacity management all affect pricing.

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Send the key shipment details below and BRF Logistics can compare FCL, LCL, port-to-port and door-to-door options for your route.

Product name / HS code
Cartons / pallets
Dimensions / total CBM
Peso lordo
Pickup city in China
Destination port / full address
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