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What Documents Do I Need to Import from China to the USA?
Quick answer
- Commercial invoice + packing list (supplier or forwarder)
- HS code / product description for US duty calculation
- ISF 10+2 for ocean shipments; customs bond if required
To import from China to the USA you typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, HS classification, and ISF filing for ocean freight. Under DDP, GSC prepares export/import documentation and customs clearance on your behalf.
Core Document Checklist
- Commercial invoice — value, buyer/seller, HS code
- Packing list — cartons, weights, dimensions
- Bill of lading / AWB — issued by carrier/forwarder
- ISF (ocean) — filed before US arrival
Details: invoice & packing list · USA import docs · ISF guide
DDP vs DIY Documentation
With DDP, GSC includes customs brokerage and duty payment. You provide product details and supplier invoices; we handle the rest. Compare DDP vs DDU.