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Logistics Feb 08, 2026

DDP vs FOB: A Beginner's Guide to Shipping Clothing from China

Warehouse and DDP Shipping

FOB (Free On Board): The factory delivers the goods to a port in China. From there, YOU are responsible for hiring a freight forwarder, paying ocean freight, handling import duties, and arranging local delivery. This is complex for beginners.

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid): The factory handles everything. We pay the export taxes, ocean/air freight, and your local import duties. The goods are delivered directly to your door or warehouse. We highly recommend DDP for our clients. It's stress-free and allows you to focus purely on marketing your brand while we handle the logistics.

Practical Tips for Buyers

If you are planning an order and want these points built into your quotation, send your design or tech pack to our team and we will reply with a detailed quote within 1–2 working days.

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Key Takeaways

Need a factory quote for your order? Send your design or tech pack to our team and we will reply within 1–2 working days.

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