Shipping from Changzhou to New York by Sea

Client Information: Mr. Zhang;
Shipping Route: Moving from Changzhou to New York;
Case Summary: Mr. Zhang of Changzhou entrusted Seapoe to ship furniture and personal belongings from China to New York, USA.

Among the many immigrant destinations, the United States is the most favored by Chinese people, with many migrating there every year. New York is the largest city in the US and a cosmopolitan metropolis with well-developed infrastructure, a advanced economy, and high educational standards, attracting many Chinese to settle there.

Mr. Zhang of Changzhou planned to ship some furniture to New York for continued use, and chose Seapoe based on a friend's recommendation. Moving furniture and luggage from China to New York may seem complicated but is actually quite simple—complicated because it is an international move involving numerous and varied items requiring customs declaration and clearance, which ordinary moving companies cannot handle, hence the need for a professional international moving company. As a senior member of the international moving industry association, Seapoe has provided moving services from China to the US for hundreds of clients and has extremely rich experience. So what services does Seapoe offer as a professional international mover? Let's illustrate with Mr. Zhang's moving case:

(1) Free on-site volume assessment

Seapoe's moving consultant will schedule an on-site visit with Mr. Zhang, estimate the volume of items to be moved, and develop a suitable international moving plan based on Mr. Zhang's requirements.

(2) Tailor-made international moving and shipping plan

Based on the address information provided by Mr. Zhang, Seapoe will prepare a detailed quotation including: estimated volume, price, packing date, shipping schedule; additional charges for special services (custom wooden crates, etc.), and insurance fees (if required).

(3) Professional on-site packing

The packing materials used by Seapoe International Moving all meet the highest industry standards, and the packing methods comply with the packing standards set by the international moving association, fully meeting the requirements of international transportation. Seapoe's packing team has received long-term professional training, is highly experienced, fully equipped, and meticulous in their work. Below are photos from the packing site on the day of collection:

(4) Domestic customs declaration service

Seapoe uses the original copies of Mr. Zhang's relevant documents for customs declaration.

(5) Ocean freight booking

The items Mr. Zhang is shipping this time total approximately 18 cubic meters, so they need to share a container with other Seapoe clients moving to New York for ocean shipping—a very cost-effective option for clients shipping less than 28 cubic meters.

(6) US customs clearance and door-to-door delivery

Seapoe's destination services typically include: normal customs clearance; delivery to the designated residence; unloading, unpacking, simple furniture assembly, and furniture placement; removal of packing debris (on the delivery day).

Tips and Precautions for Moving to New York, USA

1. When moving to the US, items clients commonly bring include: carpets, bedding, curtains, furniture, beds and mattresses, golf equipment, framed paintings or oil paintings, tableware and kitchenware, etc.

US furniture is mainly fabric upholstered furniture; genuine leather sofas are relatively expensive; wooden furniture is mainly oak; mahogany carved furniture is considered a luxury in the US, so buying furniture in China and shipping it over is very cost-effective. Additionally, US curtains come in few styles and are expensive, so many clients purchase them in China for their move to the US.

2. The US voltage is 110V, so most Chinese electrical appliances cannot be used in the US. If you wish to bring Chinese appliances for use in the US, please ensure they can adapt to the local voltage.

3. If you plan to bring alcohol, customs will require a separate declaration specifying the type, alcohol content, and volume. Besides high tariffs, customs officers often open boxes for inspection, so bringing alcohol is not recommended. If you plan to bring items such as tea, please ensure they are within reasonable personal-use quantities—typically 2-3 months' supply for an average household. Bringing too much may prompt customs officers to open and inspect, resulting in additional fees.

4. The US government stipulates that new immigrants or citizens residing abroad may bring (or bring back) personal effects and property owned and used in their place of residence for more than 12 months duty-free into the US. Note that applying for duty exemption requires supporting documents; please contact Seapoe International for details.

5. The US has very strict animal and plant disease control. According to customs regulations, all meat products, milk, beans, soil, wood chips, and similar items cannot enter with your luggage. Please check your belongings for such items before shipping.