What is DDP shipping?

Delivered Duty Paid: we handle freight, import customs, duties/taxes, and delivery. You receive cargo at your warehouse or FBA.

We handle shipping and export. You or your broker pay import duties at destination.

Incoterms · China exports

DDP from China:
One Price to Your Door

If you searched “DDP shipping from China”

DDP = we pay duties and deliver (no surprise tax bill)
DDU = we ship; you pay import duty at destination
USA sea 25–35 days · USA cost guide
Australia sea 18–25 days · Air 3–7 days

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DDP vs DDU — in plain English

DDP — Delivered Duty Paid

Pickup in China + export
Ocean or air freight
Import clearance
Duties and taxes paid by GSC
Delivery to warehouse, shop, or FBA

DDU — Duties Unpaid

We still move the cargo
You (or your broker) pay import duty
Useful if you already have a US/AU broker
Often a lower freight invoice, extra tax later

USA focus

DDP to the United States — Cost Snapshot

Most US importers choose DDP for predictable landed cost. Indicative ranges only.

Mode	Typical DDP range	Transit
LCL sea	$150–350+ / CBM	25–35 days
FCL 40ft	$2,500–6,000+	25–35 days
Air	Premium per kg	3–7 days

Full breakdown: China → USA shipping cost page · Service: China → USA forwarder · Furniture: furniture DDP

What's included in DDP

DDP Scope — Step by Step

Factory pickup or warehouse receiving in China
Export clearance and ocean/air freight
Destination import customs clearance
Import duties, taxes, and broker fees (paid by GSC)
Final delivery to your address, warehouse, or FBA

FAQ

DDP Shipping Questions

How much does DDP from China to the USA cost?

LCL typically $150–350+ per CBM all-in; FCL higher but lower per CBM at volume. See our USA cost page for variables.

Can I pay with Alibaba Trade Assurance?

Yes — after we confirm the quote on WhatsApp or email. Do not place an Alibaba order first. How it works →

DDP vs DDU — which should I choose?

Choose DDP if you want one landed price. Choose DDU if you have a US customs broker and prefer to pay duties separately.

Case — DDP general cargo to US West Coast

ClientUS wholesaler

TermDDP LCL

ResultSingle invoice, no duty surprise

Client switched from DDU to DDP after unexpected US import bills. GSC quoted all-in per CBM including Section 301 duties for their product category — delivered to California warehouse in ~27 days.

Need DDP or DDU to USA / Australia?

Send destination + CBM. Reply within 24h. Alibaba Trade Assurance after we agree the rate.