How to Ship Furniture & Appliances from the USA to China
Everything you need to send furniture and appliances from the USA to China — packing, customs, transit times and door-to-door delivery to Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen.
Shipping furniture and appliances to China
Furniture and appliances are bulky, so sea freight gives by far the best price. Send dimensions and photos for an exact CBM quote. For furniture and appliances, sea freight via Port of Shanghai (~3–6 weeks) gives the best price-to-volume value. ShipHub picks up your shipment in all 50 states, handles export and customs, then delivers door-to-door in China, including Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen.
How to prepare your shipment
Good packing protects your goods and lowers your cost.
- Disassemble where possible and wrap each piece in moving blankets
- Protect corners and glass; bag screws and fittings with each item
- Appliances should be clean, dry and emptied before shipping
- Large loads ship by sea in shared or full containers
Customs and delivery in China
Every shipment entering China clears customs (entry point: Port of Shanghai). Duties depend on the type and declared value of the goods. We prepare the paperwork and handle final delivery to the receiver's address.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to ship furniture and appliances to China?
By sea, expect around 3–6 weeks via Port of Shanghai, depending on the sailing and consolidation schedule.
What's the best way to ship furniture and appliances?
Sea freight is usually the most economical for this kind of bulky shipment.
Do you handle customs in China?
Yes. We prepare export paperwork and handle customs clearance on arrival in China, then deliver door-to-door.
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