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Export & Delivery

Yoga Mat Shipping

Yoga mats are heavy and volume-heavy — we plan freight, packing, and documentation around rolled or flat-packed export cartons so wholesale partners get predictable landed costs.

FOB / CIF

Standard export terms from Ningbo or Shanghai — confirmed before production.

FCL & LCL Sea

Full containers for studio chains and distributors; LCL for MOQ trial orders.

Export Docs

Commercial invoice, packing list, CO, and HS-coded descriptions for customs.

Print QC Before Ship

Color and surface approval before cartons leave — especially for full-color PU prints.

Incoterms & Delivery Terms

We quote and contract on internationally recognized Incoterms 2020. The term defines who arranges freight, insurance, and customs — and where risk transfers from seller to buyer.

EXW

Ex Works

Seller responsibility
Goods ready for pickup at our factory. Packing for export if agreed.
Buyer responsibility
All transport, export clearance, freight, insurance, and import duties.
Best for
Buyers with their own China logistics agent or consolidated shipments.
FOB

Free On Board

Seller responsibility
Export clearance and delivery onto vessel at named port (e.g. FOB Ningbo).
Buyer responsibility
Ocean freight, insurance, and all costs from port of loading onward.
Best for
Most wholesale sea shipments — buyer controls main freight and insurance.
CFR

Cost and Freight

Seller responsibility
Export clearance and ocean freight to named destination port.
Buyer responsibility
Insurance from port of loading, unloading, and import clearance.
Best for
Buyers who prefer seller to book sea freight but arrange their own cargo insurance.
CIF

Cost, Insurance & Freight

Seller responsibility
Export clearance, ocean freight, and minimum cargo insurance to destination port.
Buyer responsibility
Import clearance, duties, and delivery from destination port.
Best for
Standard sea shipments where buyer wants freight and basic insurance included in quote.
DDP

Delivered Duty Paid

Seller responsibility
Full delivery to buyer's address including freight, insurance, export/import clearance, and duties where agreed.
Buyer responsibility
Receive goods at agreed location — responsibilities defined per contract.
Best for
Brands and retailers who want a single landed cost — quoted case by case.

FOB and CIF from major China ports are most common for wholesale orders. EXW and DDP are available when agreed. All terms, ports, and responsibilities are confirmed in the proforma invoice or contract before deposit.

Freight Modes for Mats

Weight and cube drive economics for mats. We recommend the mode based on quantity, rolled vs flat pack, destination, and timeline.

Sea Freight — FCL / LCL

Primary mode for wholesale. Rolled mats in reinforced cartons, or flat-packed for lower cube on large PU print runs. Palletized and container-loaded at port or via freight partner.

Approx. 25–45 days to US/EU (port to port) Studio chains, distributors, and MOQ+ bulk — best cost per mat.

Air Freight

For urgent restocks or mid-volume orders when sea lead time is too long. Cartons optimized for chargeable weight.

Approx. 5–10 days to major hubs Time-sensitive replenishment after a successful launch.

Express Courier

DHL, FedEx, UPS for pre-production samples, color proofs, and single-mat approvals before bulk.

Approx. 3–7 days worldwide Sample approval, swatches, and evaluation shipments.

From Order to Delivery

Typical export flow for custom mats. Lead times vary by print method, quantity, and season — confirmed in your quotation.

  1. 01

    Inquiry & Quotation

    Specs, quantity, Incoterm, destination port, and target lead time confirmed in writing.

  2. 02

    Sampling

    Pre-production sample for approval. Sample shipped express unless otherwise agreed.

  3. 03

    PO & Deposit

    Signed confirmation, deposit per contract (typically 30% T/T), production slot scheduled.

  4. 04

    Production & QC

    Manufacturing with inline checks. Pre-shipment inspection — photos, video, or third-party inspection if required.

  5. 05

    Export Packing

    Carton labeling, palletizing, fumigation or ISPM-15 where required, shipping marks applied.

  6. 06

    Shipment & Documents

    Booking confirmed, B/L or AWB issued. Commercial invoice, packing list, and CO sent for customs clearance.

  7. 07

    Balance & Release

    Balance payment per agreed terms. Original documents released for sea/air freight collection.

Export Packaging for Mats

Mats ship in export-grade cartons — not retail display unless agreed. Packing method affects freight cost and damage risk in transit.

  • Rolled: reinforced cartons or tubes with end caps; strap or shrink-wrap to prevent unrolling.
  • Flat-packed: layered with interleaving paper or foam — lower cube for full-color PU runs on pallets.
  • 5-ply export cartons with bilingual shipping marks and SKU/design codes per carton.
  • ISPM-15 heat-treated pallets for FCL/LCL where required.
  • Private-label retail boxes and barcodes available for distributor programs.

Export Documentation

We prepare standard export documents for customs clearance. Additional certificates are arranged when required and quoted separately.

  • Commercial Invoice — product description, HS codes, value, Incoterm, and payment terms.
  • Packing List — carton count, dimensions, gross/net weight per carton and total.
  • Bill of Lading (B/L) or Air Waybill (AWB) — issued by carrier or forwarder.
  • Certificate of Origin (CO) — Form E, Form A, or general CO as applicable.
  • Fumigation / phytosanitary certificates — for wood packaging or regulated materials when required.
  • Test reports — OEKO-TEX, material certs, or product-specific reports on request.

Payment Terms

Payment structure is agreed per order and client history. Standard terms for new B2B accounts are typically T/T (telegraphic transfer). L/C available for qualified orders with agreed terms.

  • Sample orders — 100% prepayment before production/shipment.
  • Sample fees — quoted upfront; credit toward bulk when stated in the PI or contract.
  • First bulk order — 30% deposit after confirmation, then 70% balance before shipment (T/T).
  • Repeat clients — terms may be adjusted based on relationship and volume.
  • Letter of Credit (L/C) — at sight or usance, subject to bank fees and review.
  • All bank charges outside China are borne by the buyer unless otherwise stated.

Quality Control Before Shipment

Goods are not shipped until production QC is complete and any agreed pre-shipment inspection is passed. This protects both parties and reduces disputes at destination.

  • Inline inspection during production — materials, dimensions, print/color, workmanship.
  • Final random inspection (AQL sampling) before packing completion.
  • Pre-shipment photos and video for remote approval when client cannot visit.
  • Third-party inspection (SGS, BV, etc.) — buyer-arranged or seller-arranged per contract.
  • Hold shipment if critical defects exceed agreed AQL — rework or replacement before release.

Ports & Destinations

We ship from major coastal ports in China. Default ports depend on factory location and freight optimization — confirmed in each quotation.

  • Primary ports: Ningbo, Shanghai, Shenzhen / Yantian, Qingdao, Guangzhou.
  • Destination: worldwide — US, EU, UK, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia, Latin America.
  • Door-to-door DDP quotes require full delivery address and import requirements.
  • Buyers may nominate their own freight forwarder for FOB/EXW shipments.

What to Expect for Mat Orders

Typical shipping considerations for yoga mat wholesale — specifics confirmed in your quotation.

  • Heavy weight per unit favors FCL once volume justifies a full container; LCL works for first orders and mixed-SKU trials.
  • Custom full-color print — bulk color locked after sample approval; cartons marked by design or SKU.
  • Single-mat or small MOQ programs — express samples plus LCL or palletized consolidated sea freight.
  • Default ports: Ningbo or Shanghai — optimized for East China production.
  • Rolled vs flat pack affects cube and freight quote — specify preference at inquiry.

Partner size guide

  • Boutique / studio brand (small MOQ) — express samples, then LCL sea or air for first bulk.
  • Regional distributor (mid volume) — LCL or shared FCL; palletized cartons by SKU.
  • National chain or marketplace seller (high volume) — dedicated FCL, production aligned to vessel booking.

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