As a regular importer shipping goods from China to the Philippines, real-time tracking of vessel ETAs has become essential for me—especially when dealing with charter vessels and tight delivery schedules. Delays at sea can seriously affect inventory planning and customer expectations, so here’s how I stay ahead of the
As someone running a small e-commerce business shipping products from China to the Philippines, I once made the mistake of unknowingly shipping a restricted product. It got held at customs and nearly cost me the entire shipment. Here’s what I learned about dealing with banned or restricted items, and
When I first started importing goods from China to the Philippines, I quickly realized that working with a local Philippine shipping agent made everything faster, cheaper, and more reliable. From dealing with customs to understanding shipping costs by item, having a Philippines-friendly shipping company in China plus a local
As someone who regularly ships goods from China, I’ve learned that trying to ship restricted or banned products to the Philippines can quickly become a nightmare if you’re not careful. Here’s what I did when I found out my goods were on the restricted list—and how I managed to
As someone who regularly exports goods from China to the Philippines, I’ve learned that working with a local shipping agent in the Philippines makes everything easier—from customs clearance to final delivery. Here’s how I made the process smoother by collaborating with a reliable partner on the ground. 1. Choose
As someone who regularly imports goods from China to the Philippines, I’ve learned that bundling orders is one of the smartest ways to save time, money, and effort. Whether I’m shipping by air cargo or sea freight, grouping my shipments into one consolidated load helps me avoid multiple customs
When I started importing from China to the Philippines, one of the first hurdles I faced was getting an import license. Without it, customs clearance becomes impossible, and shipping delays (plus extra fees) are guaranteed. Here’s how I personally handled it: 1. Register with the Philippine Bureau of Customs
If you’re like me and ship regularly from China to the Philippines, you know how crazy peak season can get—especially before Christmas, Chinese New Year, and major Philippine holidays. Spaces get tight, rates jump, and delays become the norm. Here’s how I personally handle peak season shipping, so my
When I started packing and shipping goods to the Philippines, choosing the right bonded warehouse made a huge difference. A bonded warehouse is not just a storage facility—it affects your customs clearance speed, costs, and risk control. Here’s how I personally select a bonded warehouse when exporting from China
When I ship goods—especially industrial products—from China to the Philippines, one big lesson I’ve learned is: overpacking costs money. More packaging means more volume, more weight, and ultimately higher shipping fees. Here’s how I manage to avoid unnecessary overpacking without compromising the safety of my products: 1. Use the
