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How Freight Consolidation Works

Freight consolidation is a logistics solution designed to help creators save on shipping costs and simplify international transport. It's especially helpful for campaigns manufacturing in China and delivering to destinations like the US, EU, UK, Canada, or Australia.

Below is a simplified breakdown of the process — from submitting your cargo details to final delivery at your fulfillment hub.

Step 1: Submit Your Cargo Details

To begin, you'll need to provide:

  • Volume (in cubic meters or estimated number of cartons/pallets)
  • Total weight (approximate)
  • Estimated ready date from your factory
  • Pickup location (typically your manufacturer in China)
  • Destination country and fulfillment hub

Once we have your details, we can begin preparing a shipping quote. Keep in mind:

  1. VAT/import duties (particularly in the EU/US) are not included in the quote
  2. Factory pickup to our consolidation warehouse in China isn't included in the initial quote.
    However, if it's needed due to low shipment volume, we'll coordinate everything smoothly once you confirm.

Submitting your cargo information early improves your chances of securing space in the next container — and saving money.

Step 2: Get Matched With a Consolidation Plan

We group creators by destination and timing to fill entire containers. Once enough volume is gathered:

  • We arrange pickup from your factory to our consolidation warehouse in China
  • A shipping date is booked based on readiness and container availability
  • You'll receive estimated timelines and costs for approval

Until the container is loaded, you can update packing lists or shipping preferences. After loading, all cargo is finalized for departure.

Expect about 15 working days from pickup to container loading. This includes waiting time while the container fills with other creators' goods.

Step 3: Container Loading & International Shipping

When the shipment is confirmed:

  • Your cargo is delivered to our consolidation warehouse in China
  • It is loaded into a 40HQ container a few days before the scheduled departure
  • The container is moved to port and then shipped by sea

Typical transit time is 45-60 days, depending on destination.

You'll receive updates as your shipment progresses — including pickup, container load, ship departure, and estimated arrival.

Step 4: Delivery to Your Fulfillment Hub

Once the container arrives at your destination country:

  • Our team arranges final delivery to your fulfillment hub
  • All customs and import coordination are handled for you
  • If additional documents are required (e.g., CE certificate for the EU), our consolidation warehouse in China will work with your factory to supply them

All you need to provide is:

  1. Packing list
  2. Commercial invoice
  3. (Optionally) CE certificate if required in the EU

Everything else is managed on your behalf.

Why It Works

Freight consolidation is built for creators like you — campaigns that don't need a full container, but still want professional, reliable international shipping. You only pay for the space you use. You benefit from shared costs, simplified logistics, and clear communication throughout.

It's collaborative shipping, with the guidance and structure of a dedicated logistics partner.

Start by gathering your cargo details — and we'll take care of the rest.