The terms freight or cargo refer to the transportation of goods from one place to another, but the meaning of air cargo has a much broader meaning and can also be applied to the transportation of goods by road, sea, rail and air. Freight airlines specialize in transporting cargo or cargo by air. Many of these carriers are subsidiary divisions of well-known airlines. There are companies that exist only as air transport companies.
One of the best known is FedEx Express, which flies more miles a year than any other air cargo company in the world. Traditionally, the difference between cargo and cargo has been in the way goods are transported. Cargo refers to goods transported abroad by sea and air. That's why we have the terms “cargo ship” and “aircraft”. It is usually used in the context of shipping, but goods or goods transported by land can also be referred to as cargo.
Freight only refers to the transport of goods. In conclusion, cargo is traditionally commercial merchandise shipped by sea or plane, and mail is always cargo. Freight is cargo that moves overland in trucks or trains and often refers to the financial aspect of transporting goods. Understanding the differences between the terms will help you avoid confusion when talking to your freight forwarder or 3PL provider, and reduce the risk of potential errors due to a lack of communication. Not all air is created in the same way, at least when it comes to transport. One of the best things an importer can do is to use import records to help you find products to import and vet suppliers.
As mentioned, in the United States, import and export records are public information, however, the government does not catalog or provide easy access to this information. However, there are tools that make it easy to search for this information, the most popular and cheap being Jungle Scout (others include Import Genius and Panjiva).In my experience, air transport tends to become a better option than air courier for packages of 200 kg or more. Some people suggest that number is closer to 300 kg, and they are often right. But in any case, it's somewhere between 200 and 300 kg.
Of course, when you start to have that size and volume, shipping often becomes MUCH cheaper, but also MUCH, MUCH slower. Please advise me what is the best freight forwarder you are, use it personally, good and cheap. Is your cargo from China a good choice for cargo transportation and customs brokerage? Is your shipment with the DDP term better than the CIF term? So, the only information I need when requesting a shipping quote is just the dimension and weight of the product package? The freight forwarder I use specializes in the Vancouver market, so it won't be of much use to you. You can always ask your provider to organize. The DDP is cheaper than the CIF, since it includes all taxes. Yes, your freight forwarder will only need the weight, dimensions and address of your supplier.
Please, why is the cost of air passenger freight cheaper than air cargo? Not sure which air passenger is cheaper in terms of cargo? There are a lot of brokerage services (unishippers is another very popular among nationals) that simply transfer their negotiated rates, as Freighteo does. There is quite a large variation between runners' rates, depending on their rates and the part they are taking. There will be duties, brokerage, and taxes (if applicable). However, UPS will bill you for this, which is the advantage: you don't need to use another party.
I can't confirm with UPS China if the price they give me for 1 kg includes all duties, brokerage and taxes. Or is it impossible for them to just give me the price of the shipment, not including duties and taxes? Excellent advice, Marck. Unfortunately, I am well aware of the increase in freight prices during peak hours. I'm moving from Atlanta, Georgia, to Oakland, California, and I was wondering what would be the best option for shipping my larger items.
They should be able to arrange for pick-up by FedEx. Your supplier must be familiar with the procedure for using a customer account; however, make sure your FedEx number can accept shipments to China. However, FedEx has a spot rate program outside of Asia and many times its door-to-door rate is much better than that of carriers. The FedEx experience is always better and the extra spending with FedEx contributes to discounts I get in country.
Totally agree: FedEx (and most couriers) can have good rates if you negotiate. For air courier service how do I pay fees and fees? I pay for shipping through my supplier and they gave me a quote but I'm not sure if that includes all fees. What are surprise fees? The courier will normally give you an invoice upon delivery. If I choose Air Express Shipping (DDP), my supplier will include duties and tariff rates in their quote correct? Can I have my provider send DDU or DAP by air? Yes it can be difficult to get suppliers even send DDP as they are used FOB and EXW; I never tried DDU or DAP with them.
I've spent last few hours looking for similar post that I found couple weeks ago but your point view really catches my attention personally. I shared link this page my Facebook group on Twitter for others read. So if someone imports by courier pays taxes home (for door-to-door importation) isn't that considered DDU since it paid importer not seller? As exporter if your volume really huge can you...
