Why classic delivery from China takes so much time
Sea freight is cheap but slow: 30–45 days in transit plus customs clearance time. Consolidated air cargo is faster, but often passes through several transfer points where tracking is lost and timelines shift without explanation. For a business that needs to plan goods arrival precisely, this creates constant uncertainty.
How express delivery from China works with SEMERO
- Booking a pickup at the supplier. A courier collects the cargo directly from the supplier's factory or warehouse in China — no need to arrange delivery to a terminal yourself.
- Direct air transport with leading international carriers (FedEx, UPS, DHL and others), without unnecessary consolidation stages.
- Document checks before shipping. Our broker verifies the invoice, product description and HS code (UKT ZED) at the booking stage — a key factor for fast clearance.
- Online tracking of your cargo at every stage of the route.
- Customs clearance under our own licence after arrival in Ukraine — usually 1–2 business days with correct documents.
What to pay attention to when ordering from China
- Weight and dimensions. From small product samples (5–10 kg) to batches of up to 70 kg per shipment.
- Accurate goods description. Generic wording like "goods" or "accessories" is the most common reason for additional customs inspection. The more detailed the description and HS code, the faster the clearance.
- Ratio of goods value to delivery cost. Even if the goods are inexpensive, a high delivery cost relative to them may mean the shipment is subject to customs payments.
- Storage. If clearance requires additional inspection, you have 30 days of free storage at customs — after that, paid storage begins.
SEMERO for regular shipments from China
For businesses with regular shipments from China, SEMERO offers a stable route: one team handles transport booking, document checks and customs clearance — from a one-off batch of samples to a continuous supply cycle.
Planning a shipment from China? View our business delivery service for cargo up to 70 kg and contact us directly for document checks and a quote.