Why we consolidate in Yiwu
China sourcing rarely means one product from one supplier. Goods come from a few booths in the Yiwu market and one or two factories in Zhejiang. Shipping each supplier separately multiplies freight, local charges and customs entries. We bring everything into our Yiwu warehouse, check quantity and condition, and send it out as one export shipment.
- Lower freight: several suppliers' goods go into one LCL shipment or container, so you pay local charges once.
- Simpler customs: one commercial invoice and packing list set means fewer import entries at destination.
- Checked before dispatch: we confirm quantities, packing and labels in China, so problems are caught before the goods leave.
We send each supplier the warehouse address and inbound rules when we start working together. Asking suppliers to mark every carton with your PO number and item code makes receiving much faster.
From receiving to dispatch (8 steps)
From the day the last supplier's goods arrive, dispatch usually takes 2–5 business days. After that, timing depends on the transport mode and sailing schedule.
Confirm POs and share the inbound schedule
List each supplier's order: items, quantities, carton count and expected ship date. We contact suppliers directly to line up deliveries.
Suppliers deliver to our Yiwu warehouse
When goods arrive from a factory or market booth, we count cartons, check for visible damage and match them against the PO. If anything is off, we tell you and follow up with the supplier.
Inspection (QC on request)
On top of the basic inbound check, we can inspect function, appearance and specs against an agreed sampling plan and send you a photo report.
Consolidation and export packing
Once everything is in, we consolidate for the chosen transport mode. Carton reinforcement, palletizing and wrapping happen at this stage if needed.
Shipping marks and labels
We apply shipping marks: consignee, destination port, carton numbers (e.g. 1/40) and country of origin. If you need barcodes or retail labels, send us the files in advance.
Packing list and export documents
We weigh and measure the final cartons, prepare the packing list and commercial invoice, and arrange a certificate of origin with the supplier where needed.
Forwarder handover and export clearance
We hand the cargo to your nominated forwarder or one of our partners. It clears Chinese export customs and sails from Ningbo, Shanghai or another port, or departs by air.
Import clearance and final delivery
At destination, your customs broker files the import declaration under your company as importer of record. After duty and taxes are paid, the goods are released and delivered to your warehouse or 3PL.
What to have ready
- Importer details: company name, tax or business registration number, importer ID where required (e.g. Korean customs code, EORI in the EU), contact and delivery address
- Trade terms: preferred Incoterm (FOB, CIF, DDP, etc.) and whether you have a nominated forwarder
- Labeling and packing: shipping-mark format, barcodes, and any market-specific markings (origin, safety marks)
- Certificates: test reports or certificates for products with import requirements in your market
Warehouse storage time and handling costs are included in your quote based on volume and scope. We handle business cargo only and don't forward personal parcels.