What is DDP shipping and how does it work for China fulfillment?

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) means the shipping carrier and 3PL handle all export declarations, air freight transit, customs duties, import VAT (e.g., EU IOSS or UK VAT), and final-mile delivery. The customer receives the parcel without any unexpected import tax bills.

How is volumetric weight (dimensional weight) calculated from China?

Volumetric weight is calculated using the formula: Length (cm) x Width (cm) x Height (cm) / 8000 (or / 6000 for express services). Shipping carriers bill whichever is higher between the Actual Gross Weight and Volumetric Weight.

What is the difference between Gross Weight and Chargeable Weight?

Gross Weight is the physical weight of your package on a digital scale. Chargeable Weight is the billable weight used to calculate freight fees, which is the greater value between Gross Weight and Dimensional (Volumetric) Weight.

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What is DDP Shipping from China?

Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) is the industry gold standard for global DTC e-commerce. Under DDP terms, all import customs clearances, taxes, duties, and local postal fees (e.g. EU IOSS VAT, UK VAT, and US customs entry) are 100% pre-paid by GPfulfillment.

Zero Customer Surprise Fees: Parcels arrive at buyer doorsteps without unexpected tax or VAT invoices.

Faster Transit Time: Pre-cleared cargo passes international airport customs hubs in 5–8 business days.

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Gross Weight vs Volumetric Weight

International air carriers charge for cargo space utilization alongside physical scale weight. Chargeable Weight is determined by comparing actual weight against package dimensional volume:

SPECIAL LINE DIM DIVISOR DIVISOR / 8000

Volumetric Weight (kg) = (L × W × H in cm) / 8000

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Frequently Asked Questions About China Shipping Rates

Our rate engine connects directly with live Shenzhen and Hong Kong carrier APIs (YunExpress, Yanwen, FedEx, DHL, CNE, and GP Direct Special Lines). Rates reflect daily fuel surcharges, peak-season adjustments, and currency fluctuations with 100% quotation parity.

Yes. GPfulfillment operates dedicated DG (Dangerous Goods) battery lines, powder routes, and liquid cosmetic corridors with full MSDS compliance, UN38.3 certification, and priority customs clearance into North America, Europe, and Australia.

Yes. Stores processing more than 50 orders per day receive tiered VIP volumetric shipping discounts, dedicated air line allocation, and private account management. Contact us for custom enterprise rate sheets.