Freight knowledge

and when is a bill of lading required? There are many different types of bills of lading, depending on where you are shipping to, what commodity you are shipping, and your needs. The type of bill of lading you encounter might be based on who issued it, the mode of transport, or the relationship between…

The main documents we often use in import and export freight are packing list, commercial invoice, air waybill, ocean waybill, letter of credit Commercial Invoice The seller issues the commercial invoice to the buyer containing the terms of the transaction, like the date of the transaction, seller details, buyer details, value, shipping terms, and more….

Air transportation, as an important mode of international transport, has rules and restrictions that are often more complex and stringent than those of traditional transport methods. Air transport restrictions cover a wide range of items, from flammable and explosive hazardous materials to contraband, and include sensitive goods and specific restricted items under certain conditions. Each…

The shipping cost from Alibaba to Amazon FBA depends on the following: As a result of these factors, it is difficult for us to give an exact price quote here. However, here’s a little formula you can always remember. Sea freight < Rail freight < Air freight < Express. Express shipping is the most expensive,…

The low prices that the manufacturers in Alibaba offer can benefit all different kinds of third-party sellers, but two sellers stand to gain more from it. These two selling models listed below are more affected by purchasing from Alibaba to Amazon FBA: Dropshippers Dropshipping is very popular on the Alibaba platform. An Amazon retailer does…

Many customers receive feedback from freight forwarders about the current status of their goods: “the train is waiting for transshipment at the border port.” So, what does “transshipment” refer to? Why is it necessary? This issue stems from the differences in “rail gauge” between different countries. In 1937, the International Railway Association designated a gauge…

When your goods are on the way from Alibaba, it is normal for Amazon retailers to know the current status of their shipments. If you’re using express shipping to transport your goods, tracking cargo is very easy. You only need to log in to the site of the air courier you’re using. Insert your tracking…

Express shipping Express shipping is the fastest shipping method from Alibaba to Amazon FBA centers. Goods are shipped using air couriers like  DHL, UPS, and FedEx express. Express shipping is reliable and safe and comes with no stress to the importer. It is a door-to-door service. The only disadvantage of this shipping method is its high costs. Therefore, if you’re…

Ship by Alibaba freight forwarders Many freight forwarders on the Alibaba platform can help receive your goods and ship them directly to the Amazon FBA warehouse. This can be arranged easily by asking your reputable suppliers to send your goods. While it is a very easy option for Amazon retailers, it comes at extra costs,…

As one of the biggest companies in the world right now, Amazon has more than 175 fulfillment centers globally. The majority of these are in North America and Europe, and overall, it spans more than 150 million square feet of space. When you create your shipping plan on the Amazon Sellers Account, the location where the boxes…