Consolidated cargo from China reduces logistics costs, but requires thorough preparation of documents and coordination of all supply chain participants. This is especially true for electronics, goods with built-in batteries, and cargo sourced from multiple manufacturers.
We illustrate this with an example of smartphone accessory supply from Shenzhen, showing how proper cargo consolidation and document verification helped avoid unnecessary expenses and complete customs clearance without CTS.
About the project
The client is a Russian company supplying electronics to marketplaces and retail outlets.
Cargo parameters:
- cargo volume — 11.6 m³;
- weight — 2.1 tons;
- three suppliers from Shenzhen.
The shipment included USB-C cables, power adapters, smartphone holders, and other accessories, with some products containing built-in lithium-ion batteries.
What were the challenges
Different production completion times
Suppliers finished production at different times. Sending each batch separately would have increased transportation and paperwork costs.
Document errors
During document verification, TransGID specialists found typical issues:
- incomplete product descriptions;
- discrepancies in commercial documents;
- inaccuracies in invoices;
- individual item values that could raise additional questions during customs clearance.
Presence of goods with batteries
Shipping products with built-in lithium-ion batteries required an MSDS safety data sheet and documents to coordinate shipping with the sea line.
Without a complete set of documents, the carrier could refuse to accept the cargo.
TransGID Solution
Dangerous goods documentation preparation
TransGID specialists checked documents for products with built-in batteries, monitored the obtaining of necessary certificates from manufacturers, and pre-coordinated documentation with the sea line.
This helped avoid delays in cargo shipment.
Consolidation at the warehouse in Shenzhen
The shipping scheme used consolidated delivery from China with preliminary cargo consolidation at the TransGID warehouse in Shenzhen.
At the warehouse, specialists:
- checked the number of cargo units;
- inspected the packaging;
- verified markings against documents;
- prepared the cargo for international shipment.
Consolidation allowed combining products from three suppliers into one shipment and reducing logistics costs.
Preparation of documents for customs clearance
Before shipment, we conducted an audit of the documentation, prepared a set of shipping documents and checked the declared value of the goods for compliance with the market level.
This helped minimize the likelihood of additional questions during customs clearance.
Result
- Delivered from Shenzhen to the client's warehouse in Russia in 28 days.
- Reduced logistics costs by 18% compared to previous separate deliveries.
- Completed customs clearance without adjustment of customs value.
- The goods are ready for sale immediately after receipt.
TransGID organizes international transportation for legal entities and individual entrepreneurs, consolidates cargo from several suppliers and supports import shipments at all stages of the route.
If you need to organize the delivery of electronics from China, transportation of goods with built-in batteries or consolidated cargo from China, leave a request for transportation calculation. We will select the optimal solution for the needs of your business.