WEST CANADA
West Canada air express
- Postal-code initials
- V, S, T, Y, X, R
- Transit reference
- 7-10 days
- Suitable goods
- Eligible standard goods
CHINA TO CANADA SHIPPING GUIDE
China to Canada consolidation: from route choice to dispatch
Before comparing a unit rate, confirm the destination postal code, goods category, packed weight and dimensions, and delivery target. Those details determine whether air, sea, or large-cargo service is suitable.
- East and west Canada routing
- Dimensional weight and packing
- Sensitive goods and declaration
START HERE
Answer four questions before selecting a service
These details determine route eligibility, chargeable weight, and whether surcharges need review. They matter more than a single per-kilogram number.
01Where is it going?Provide the full Canadian postal code to assess east or west Canada and remote-area conditions.02What are you shipping?Standard goods, cosmetics, food, batteries, brands, and oversized goods have different rules.03How heavy and how large?The greater of actual and dimensional weight applies; dimensions can also create size limits.04When must it arrive?Urgent parcels, heavier shipments, and furniture do not use the same transport option.
SHIPPING PROCESS
The general China-to-Canada workflow
Confirming the goods first reduces route changes after warehouse intake caused by category, dimensions, or address conditions.
- 01
Confirm goods and destination
Prepare a goods list, declared value, full Canadian postal code, and any battery, liquid, or brand information.
- 02
Obtain warehouse intake details
Send domestic e-commerce orders to the confirmed receiving address and keep order and parcel records.
- 03
Warehouse intake, consolidation, and review
Received parcels are handled, combined where applicable, and checked for packing requirements.
- 04
Confirm chargeable weight and route
Actual and dimensional weight, size, goods type, and postal code determine the available service.
- 05
Dispatch, customs, and delivery
The shipment moves on the confirmed route; local delivery is arranged after destination customs handling.
DESTINATION REGION
How east and west Canada routing is determined
Air-express service areas are divided by the first letter of the Canadian postal code. This is a route-matching rule, not a universal geographic definition for every service.
EAST CANADA
East Canada air express
- Postal-code initials
- L, M, N, P, A-K
- Transit reference
- 7-10 days
- Suitable goods
- Eligible standard goods
Sea freight, sensitive-goods, and oversized routes are also affected by the full postal code, final-mile coverage, and shipment conditions. A complete postal code is required for route and surcharge confirmation.
CARGO ELIGIBILITY
Classify the goods before requesting a standard-goods rate
Batteries, liquids, food, medicine, brands, and oversized items can determine eligibility and route choice. These are starting points only; actual goods and route rules control the result.
Usually assessed as standard goods
Daily necessities, non-powered clothing, footwear, and home goods
Compare east/west air and sea services first. Brands, magnets, built-in batteries, or oversize packing require a new review.
Clothing shipping guideRoute-specific review required
Cosmetics, creams, food, medicine, and battery-powered products
Sensitive and special-goods routes have different limits for quantity, liquid volume, battery power, mixed shipments, and declaration. Do not apply standard-goods rules.
Cosmetics shipping guideDimensions and address required
Furniture, equipment, and oversized goods
Large cargo also needs single-piece dimensions, crate or frame details, forklift feet, unloading requirements, and delivery-site conditions.
Large-cargo rulesSERVICE CHOICE
How to choose air, sea, or large-cargo service
Select transport by use case first, then check the relevant weight bands and restrictions on the rate page.
| Service | Best for | Transit reference | Confirm before choosing | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air freight | Urgent parcels, standard small packages, school-term top-ups | 7-15 days | East/west postal code, sensitive characteristics, size limits | Air rates |
| Sea freight | Flexible timing, heavier parcels, freight-sensitive planning | 30-60 days | Minimum chargeable weight, bands, dimensional weight, packing, remote postal code | Sea rates |
| Large / oversized cargo | 20kg-plus goods, furniture, equipment, full shipments | 35-50 days commonly | Dimensions, volume, delivery postal code, unloading and special packing | Large-cargo rules |
WEIGHT AND PACKING
Dimensional weight, packing, and surcharges determine the final charge
Most Canada routes charge the greater of actual and dimensional weight. The dimensional-weight formula is:
length x width x height / 6000
Dimensions are in centimetres. A 50 x 40 x 30cm carton has a 10kg dimensional weight. Route rounding rules, minimum chargeable weight, and size limits still apply.
Regular cartons are safer
Many routes require or prefer regular cartons. Crates, frames, and irregular packing need an availability and surcharge check.
Over-limit charges can stack
Longest side, second side, girth, and single-piece actual weight can trigger route-specific thresholds such as 22kg, 41kg, and 68kg.
Remote postal codes need separate review
Some sea and large-cargo routes charge remote areas by weight and may set a per-shipment minimum.
Keep final dimensions before packing changes
Provide outer-carton length, width, and height for a quote. Consolidation, reinforcement, or framing changes the final measurement.
DECLARATION AND DELIVERY
How to prepare declaration and receiving information
Accurate, complete information helps match an available route and reduces extra handling caused by address errors or failed delivery.
Goods information
- Name, quantity, purpose, and declared value
- Brand, batteries, liquids, creams, or food
- Packing photos and each outer-carton dimension
Receiving information
- Recipient's real name and complete Canadian address
- Full postal code and reachable contact details
- Unloading, upstairs delivery, or appointment needs for large cargo
Confirm before dispatch
- Chargeable weight and timing are route references
- Sensitive, high-value, over-limit, and remote shipments need review
- Final-mile delivery follows the confirmed route arrangement
COMMON QUESTIONS
Common China-to-Canada questions
Use these answers for an initial decision. Check the rate page for pricing and contact Junfeng with a complete brief for an actual shipment review.
What details should I prepare?
Provide a full Canadian postal code, goods category, piece count, each piece's weight and carton dimensions, declared value, and any batteries, liquids, food, medicine, or brands. Large cargo also needs unloading or upstairs-delivery details.
Are east and west Canada determined by city or postal code?
Use the full postal code. For air express, V/S/T/Y/X/R are west Canada and L/M/N/P/A-K are east Canada; other services also need the exact address.
How is dimensional weight calculated?
Most routes use length x width x height / 6000 in centimetres and charge the greater of dimensional and actual weight. Rounding, minimum chargeable weight, and size limits still apply.
Can cosmetics, food, or batteries be shipped?
Some sensitive or special-goods services accept specific items, subject to quantity, liquid volume, battery power, brand, and packing limits. Send the goods list first rather than placing them on a standard-goods route.
CONFIRM BEFORE SHIPPING
Prepare the goods and address details, then confirm an available route
Send the full postal code, goods category, weight and dimensions, declared value, packing photos, and special characteristics. This supports a more accurate eligibility, transport, and reference-charge assessment.