Shipping from Guangzhou or Shenzhen is straightforward when Incoterms, documentation, and inspection timing are aligned from the start. JLA Link coordinates with freight forwarders, prepares export paperwork, and schedules pre-shipment inspection so your container clears customs without surprises.
FOB, CIF, and EXW — which term fits your risk profile
Incoterms define who pays freight, insurance, and export/import clearance. Most JLA clients start with FOB Guangzhou or Shenzhen for clearer cost control.
- FOB: supplier delivers to port; you book ocean freight and insurance.
- CIF: supplier arranges freight to your port — verify markup and carrier quality.
- EXW: you collect from factory — rarely ideal for first-time importers.
- Confirm Incoterm in writing on PO, proforma invoice, and commercial invoice.
Export documentation JLA prepares or verifies
- Commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading aligned with PO specs.
- HS codes and product descriptions matching destination customs requirements.
- Certificates of origin, fumigation, or test reports where required.
- Export license or dual-use checks for regulated product categories.
- Pre-shipment inspection report attached before goods leave the factory.
Guangzhou & Nansha port — timing your shipment
Guangzhou's Nansha port and nearby Shenzhen/Yantian terminals serve most GBA exports. Lead times vary by season and carrier.
- Book container space 2–3 weeks before cargo-ready date in peak season.
- Allow 3–5 days for customs declaration and port entry after inspection pass.
- Consolidate LCL only when product mix and importers align — avoid delays.
- Track container status and share ETA with your customs broker early.
- JLA coordinates factory delivery to warehouse or port CY cut-off.
Logistics failures — wrong HS codes, missing certificates, or shipping before inspection — are preventable. JLA Link manages the handoff from factory floor to port so you receive goods that match what you approved.
