SEA FREIGHT DDP
DDP Sea Freight (FCL & LCL)
Full containers and shared space delivered duty paid. The lowest cost per unit, with customs and delivery handled.
SEA DDP
The lowest cost per unit, delivered
For full containers and pallet groups, sea DDP moves the most weight for the least cost, duties included.
Container economy, without the customs bill
Sea DDP is how most volume moves. Whether a full container or a shared one, we handle ocean freight, import clearance, duty, and last-mile delivery. You get the unit cost of sea with the simplicity of door-to-door.
When sea DDP is the right call:
- Full container or pallet groups where unit cost matters most.
- Replenishment with a flexible timeline.
- Heavy or bulky goods that are uneconomic by air.
- Stable SKUs you reorder on a rhythm.
FCL
Full Container
Own the whole box, from factory to your door, no shared space.
LCL
Less than Container
Share container space and pay for the volume you ship.
INCLUDED
Duty Paid
Port charges, duty, and delivery are in the quote.
FCL vs LCL
Pick the right option for the volume
Same DDP door-to-door, different way to fill the space.
FCL
One shipper, one container. Best above roughly 15 cubic meters or when you want no co-load.
LCL
Share space and pay per cubic meter. Good for smaller, steady restocks.
Matson (US)
Faster US sea lane, about 12 to 15 days to dock, then DDP delivery.
WHO WE HELP
Built for importers who would rather not gamble
Different models, same goal: goods that arrive right, cleared, and delivered.
Amazon & Shopify sellers
Replenish FBA and DTC on a cost-efficient rhythm.
Distributors & wholesalers
Full containers at the lowest unit cost, delivered.
Brick-and-mortar retailers
Seasonal and bulk restocks without air cost.
Furniture & building buyers
Heavy, bulky goods that belong on the ocean.
DTC brands
LCL for smaller runs that still beat air on price.
Trade companies
Consolidate many factories into one sea DDP shipment.
WHERE WE SHIP DDP
DDP to your door in major markets
Duties, taxes, and last-mile delivery included. You receive one tracked shipment, not a customs bill.
See the country guides: shipping from China to your country.
TRANSIT & PORTS
Typical sea DDP lanes from China
Indicative windows from major ports. Final timing depends on destination and clearance.
Standard Sea DDP
25 to 35 days from ports like Shenzhen, Ningbo, and Shanghai.
Matson (US)
About 12 to 15 days to US dock, then DDP last mile.
vs Air
Air is 3 to 10 days. Sea wins on unit cost for volume.
WHY SEA DDP
Why choose sea DDP over port-to-port
Port-to-port leaves duty, delivery, and the broker to you. Sea DDP leaves them to us.
Lowest unit cost
The economy of ocean freight with delivery included in one price.
No port surprises
Port surcharges and duty are in the quote, not a bill at arrival.
FCL or LCL
Scale the space to the order and still get door-to-door.
Accountability you can check
Vetted carriers, correct customs paperwork, and documented checks at every handoff.
Vetted carriers
Screened per lane
Customs compliance
Filed correctly
Cargo insurance
Available on request
Documented process
Checks at each step
FAQ
DDP Sea Freight (FCL & LCL) questions
What does sea DDP include?
Ocean freight, export and import clearance, duties and taxes, port charges, and delivery to your door.
FCL or LCL, which should I use?
FCL when you fill or near-fill a container, or want no co-load. LCL when you ship smaller volume and pay per cubic meter.
How long is sea DDP from China?
Standard sea DDP runs about 25 to 35 days. The faster Matson US lane is about 12 to 15 days to dock.
Is duty included in sea DDP?
Yes. Under DDP we pay import duty and tax, so you receive goods without a separate customs invoice.
Which ports do you ship from?
Main ports including Shenzhen, Ningbo, and Shanghai, consolidated from inland factories.
Do you ship sea DDP to the EU and US?
Yes, including the US, UK, Netherlands, Germany, France, UAE, and Australia. Country guides have specifics.
What is chargeable volume for LCL?
Billing is on cubic meters, sometimes with a weight minimum per cubic meter. We state it before you book.
Can I consolidate multiple factories into one sea DDP?
Yes. Goods from different suppliers go to one warehouse, then ship as a single DDP container or LCL.
CALL TO ACTION
Ship it by sea, DDP
Send volume, weight, and destination. We quote FCL or LCL with duty included.
