Logistics & Shipping
Most quotation surprises happen after the price is agreed — in freight, packing or documentation. This page sets out the terms we work on and what a container actually holds.
Incoterms we quote
| Term | Who arranges freight | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| FOB Shanghai / Ningbo | Buyer | Default for experienced importers |
| CIF destination port | Us | Buyers who want one price to port |
| CFR destination port | Us (freight only) | Buyer insures separately |
| DDP door | Us | Small and mid-size buyers, e-commerce restock |
We quote DDP only where we have a reliable broker at destination. For markets where we do not, we will say so rather than subcontract it blindly.
Loading reference
| Cargo | 20GP | 40HQ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fabric rolls | ≈ 18-22 m³ usable | ≈ 50-55 m³ usable | Roll diameter and length affect utilisation |
| Wooden slats (bulk) | ≈ 22-25 m³ | ≈ 55-60 m³ | Cartons stacked vertically |
| Finished blinds (50 mm) | ≈ 900-1,100 sets | ≈ 1,800-2,200 sets | Based on 120 x 160 cm |
| Plantation shutters | ≈ 250-320 sets | ≈ 550-700 sets | Corner-protected cartons |
Export packing
- Fabric: roll wound on a paper core, poly bag, woven bag outside; optional palletisation.
- Slats: shrink-wrapped bundle, double-wall carton, moisture barrier on request.
- Finished blinds: individual inner box with corner protection, 6-10 sets per master carton, hardware bag and installation sheet inside.
Documents issued
Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, and the certificate relevant to the material (FSC transaction certificate or OEKO-TEX reference). Inspection report and loading photos are sent before the vessel departs.
Need a landed-cost estimate? Send the quantity and destination port — we will return an FOB price and a CIF estimate with the loading plan.
