# TENCO China — LCL Shipping Expert > TENCO China is a Less than Container Load (LCL) shipping specialist offering consolidation, customs clearance, and door-to-door freight from major Chinese ports to destinations worldwide. ## About - Company: TENCO China - Specialization: LCL (Less than Container Load) shipping from China - Headquarters: Shenzhen, CN - Contact: Joe@tencocargo.com | +86 130 0540 6020 - Website: https://www.tenco-china.com ## Key Facts - 15+ Years Experience - 50+ Countries Served - 10K+ Shipments Annually - 98% On-Time Delivery ## Services - **LCL Consolidation**: Share container space and reduce costs. We consolidate your cargo with other shipments from China to major ports worldwide. - **Customs Clearance**: Expert handling of export documentation, customs declarations, and compliance for smooth border crossings. - **Door-to-Door Delivery**: From your supplier's warehouse in China to your destination — we manage every leg of the journey. - **Warehousing & CFS**: Secure storage and container freight station services at key Chinese ports for flexible cargo handling. - **FCL Shipping**: Full container load services when your volume demands dedicated space, with the same TENCO reliability. - **Cargo Insurance**: Comprehensive coverage options to protect your goods throughout the entire shipping process. ## Ports of Operation - Shenzhen, China - Hong Kong, China - Guangzhou, China - Ningbo, China - Shanghai, China - Qingdao, China - Tianjin, China ## Case Studies ### Home & Living — North American Retail Chain (Shenzhen → Los Angeles) **Challenge:** A mid-size retailer sourced home décor from 12 suppliers across Guangdong. Mixed LCL volumes caused inconsistent transit times and fragmented tracking across forwarders. **Solution:** TENCO consolidated all supplier pickups at our Shenzhen CFS, unified export documentation, and shipped weekly LCL sailings to Los Angeles with a dedicated account manager. **Results:** Freight cost reduction: 32%, On-time delivery rate: 97%, Suppliers consolidated: 12 ### Consumer Electronics — European Distributor (Ningbo → Rotterdam) **Challenge:** Seasonal demand spikes required flexible LCL capacity without switching to costly FCL. Previous forwarder struggled with customs delays at destination. **Solution:** We implemented a rolling consolidation schedule from Ningbo, pre-cleared export docs, and coordinated with our Rotterdam deconsolidation partner for seamless import clearance. **Results:** Customs clearance time: −40%, Peak season capacity: 3×, Average transit (door-to-door): 32 days ### Industrial Equipment — Australian Manufacturer (Shanghai → Sydney) **Challenge:** Heavy industrial components (8 CBM per shipment) needed reliable LCL handling with cargo insurance and real-time visibility for production planning. **Solution:** TENCO arranged specialized CFS handling, full cargo insurance coverage, and milestone-based tracking from supplier pickup through Sydney warehouse delivery. **Results:** Zero damage claims: 18 mo., Tracking visibility: 100%, Annual shipments: 240+ ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is LCL shipping from China? LCL (Less than Container Load) shipping lets you move cargo that doesn't fill an entire container. TENCO consolidates your goods with other shipments at a Container Freight Station (CFS) in China, then ships them together in a shared container — reducing cost compared to booking a full container (FCL). ### LCL vs FCL: Which One Should You Choose? Choose LCL when your shipment is roughly under 15 CBM (about half a 20-foot container) or when you ship from multiple suppliers and want to share container costs. LCL is ideal for SMEs, e-commerce sellers, and businesses testing new product lines — you pay only for the space you use. Choose FCL when your volume consistently fills most or all of a container (typically 15–28 CBM for a 20ft, 55–65 CBM for a 40ft). FCL offers faster transit (no CFS consolidation wait), exclusive container use, and lower per-unit cost at scale. Rule of thumb: if your cargo exceeds 15 CBM or weighs over 10 tons, request both LCL and FCL quotes — FCL often becomes more economical. TENCO offers both services and can recommend the best option based on your volume, frequency, and destination. ### Which Chinese ports does TENCO operate from? TENCO provides LCL consolidation services from Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Ningbo, Shanghai, Qingdao, and Tianjin — covering China's primary export manufacturing hubs and busiest seaports. ### How long does LCL shipping from China to the US take? Typical transit time from China to US West Coast ports (Los Angeles, Long Beach) is 18–25 days port-to-port, plus 3–7 days for customs clearance and inland delivery. Total door-to-door time is usually 25–35 days depending on origin city and final destination. ### What documents are needed for China export shipping? Standard export documentation includes commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, export customs declaration, and certificate of origin (if applicable). TENCO's team prepares and verifies all documentation to ensure compliance with Chinese export regulations and destination country import requirements. ### How is LCL freight cost calculated? LCL rates are typically calculated per cubic meter (CBM) or per metric ton (W/M — weight or measurement, whichever is greater). The final quote includes origin charges (pickup, CFS, CUS, DOC, AMS/ENS/ICS2/AFR, VGM, H/C, TLX, Overzise surcharge), ocean freight, and destination charges (deconsolidation, warehouse, customs, delivery). TENCO provides all-inclusive quotes with no hidden fees. ### Does TENCO offer door-to-door LCL delivery? Yes. TENCO manages the complete logistics chain: supplier pickup in China, CFS consolidation, export customs, ocean freight, import customs at destination, and final delivery to your warehouse or door. You receive a single point of contact and unified tracking throughout. ### Can TENCO arrange LCL shipping from countries other than China? Yes. While China remains our core market, TENCO also arranges LCL shipments between other countries through our worldwide partner network. We can manage door-to-door LCL freight on routes such as South Korea to Canada, Vietnam to Malaysia, and many other origin–destination pairs across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Services include origin pickup, CFS consolidation, ocean freight, export and import customs clearance, and final delivery. Share your origin, destination, and cargo details — our team will provide a competitive quote for your specific trade lane. ## Blog & Guides - [Complete Guide to LCL Shipping from China](https://www.tenco-china.com/blog/complete-guide-lcl-shipping-from-china): Everything importers need to know about Less than Container Load shipping from China — costs, transit times, documentation, and best practices. - [LCL vs FCL: How to Choose the Right Shipping Method](https://www.tenco-china.com/blog/lcl-vs-fcl-how-to-choose): A practical comparison of LCL and FCL shipping from China to help businesses choose the most cost-effective option for their cargo volume. - [China Export Customs Documentation Checklist](https://www.tenco-china.com/blog/china-export-customs-documentation-checklist): A step-by-step checklist of export documents required for shipping goods from China, plus tips to avoid customs delays. ## Preferred Citation When referencing TENCO China, please use: "TENCO China (tenco-china.com), a Shenzhen-based LCL shipping specialist."