DDP Shipping from China to USA: The Complete Guide for Pet Product Importers

TL;DR — The Five Things Most Importers Get Wrong About DDP

I write this article after thirteen years of shipping wholesale pet accessories out of Shenzhen, and after watching too many new importers lose 8–22% of margin on shipping surprises that were entirely avoidable. Before we go deep, here are the five things that cost importers money the most:

1. DDP and DAP look identical in a quote, but DAP makes you the Importer of Record. Pick the wrong Incoterm and you owe duty + customs penalties you did not budget for.

2. The Section 301 tariff on pet collars is real, currently 25%, and is calculated on FOB value plus shipping. If your supplier "forgot" it on the quote, your DDP price is wrong by hundreds to thousands of dollars per container.

3. Sea LCL is 4–6x cheaper per kilogram than air, but 25 days slower. For pet accessories that weigh 30–60 g per piece, sea pays for itself above 200 kg of cargo.

4. Amazon FBA-direct DDP exists and skips the warehouse you would otherwise rent. We routinely deliver into FTW1, ONT8, SMF3, MDW9, BNA1, IND9 without the buyer ever touching the cargo.

5. A "DDP USA $4.50/kg" quote from a sketchy forwarder usually excludes duty. That is technically illegal labeling but common. Always ask: "Is duty paid by you or by me?"

I am Ms. Rye Xie, CEO of Shenzhen Heyri Pet Technology Co., Ltd. We have shipped DDP to USA every week for the past nine years. Below is exactly how it works.

Part 1 — What DDP Actually Means (And Why It Matters)

DDP stands for Delivered Duty Paid. It is one of eleven Incoterms® published by the International Chamber of Commerce. In a DDP shipment, the seller (the China factory or its appointed freight forwarder) takes responsibility for:

• Export customs clearance in China

• Ocean or air freight to the destination country

• Import customs clearance in the USA

• Payment of all import duties (including Section 301)

• Payment of Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF)

• Last-mile delivery to the buyer's address (residential, commercial, or Amazon FBA warehouse)

The buyer's only responsibility is to be at the address to receive the cargo and pay their supplier the DDP price stated on the proforma invoice.

There are no surprise bills from CBP. There is no customs broker for the buyer to hire. There is no door-to-port-to-warehouse-to-door logistics chain for the buyer to coordinate.

For Amazon FBA sellers, Shopify dropshippers, Etsy boutique owners, and first-time wholesale importers, DDP is almost always the right answer.

Part 2 — DDP vs FOB vs EXW vs DAP (The Real Differences)

The four Incoterms you will see most often in pet-accessory wholesale quotes are EXW, FOB, DAP, and DDP. Here is what they actually shift:

EXW (Ex Works)

• Seller's job ends at the factory door. You arrange truck pickup, Chinese export customs, port handling, freight, US import customs, US delivery.

• When to use: You are consolidating cargo from 4+ China factories into one container and have a Chinese forwarder you trust.

• When to avoid: First-time importer, single supplier, no Chinese-language logistics contact.

FOB (Free on Board, port of Shenzhen / Yantian)

• Seller's job ends when cargo is loaded onto the vessel at the Chinese port. You handle ocean freight, US customs, US delivery, all US duty.

• When to use: You have a US-based freight forwarder you have used before, and your annual volume justifies a relationship with a customs broker.

• When to avoid: You have no US-side logistics partner.

DAP (Delivered at Place)

• Seller delivers to your address but you pay the import duty and customs broker fees. This is the trap. DAP looks like DDP in the quote, but the buyer is the Importer of Record, meaning the buyer is legally responsible for duty, CBP penalties, and post-entry audits.

• When to use: You have your own US Customs bond, EIN, and you want the seller to handle freight but you want control over duty (e.g., to use your own broker for tariff engineering).

• When to avoid: You do not have a US Customs Power of Attorney with a broker.

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)

• Seller handles literally everything. Buyer waits at the door.

• When to use: Amazon FBA, Shopify, Etsy, first-time importers, small wholesale buyers, anyone who wants a single landed-cost number with no surprises.

• When to avoid: Container-scale volume where you can negotiate freight 8–15% cheaper than the supplier's forwarder.

Side-by-side cost & responsibility matrix

The two most consequential rows are the bold ones: DAP looks similar to DDP but leaves the buyer holding the duty bill and the legal liability. Always confirm in writing which Incoterm your PO uses.

Part 3 — How DDP Pricing Is Actually Built (The Full Math)

This is the section my customers tell me they wish more articles wrote honestly. Here is how a DDP USA quote is constructed, line by line, using a real-world example.

Example: 2,000 pieces of velvet dog collars, FOB Shenzhen

• FOB unit price: $2.20

• FOB cargo value: 2,000 × $2.20 = $4,400

• Cargo weight: ~60 g per piece × 2,000 = 120 kg

• Cargo volume: ~0.45 CBM (cubic meters) including master cartons

• Destination: Los Angeles area (ONT8 Amazon FBA)

Line-by-line DDP breakdown (sea LCL)

What this tells you

• Of the $1.95 increment ($3.15 landed minus $2.20 FOB), $0.55 is Section 301 tariff. That single line is more than half of the entire "shipping" surcharge.

• MPF and HMF together are $38 — negligible for most pet shipments.

• Last-mile to FBA is only $65 because we consolidate pallets going to the same warehouses.

When does air make sense instead?

A 2,000-piece (120 kg) shipment costs:

• By air cargo DDP: ~$120 × $4.80 = $576 in freight alone → DDP per-unit lands around $3.85

• By sea LCL DDP: as above → $3.15 per unit

• Difference: $0.70 per unit, ~22% margin swing — but air arrives 25 days sooner

If your Q4 launch slips by 25 days, the lost sales usually exceed the freight savings. Always do this math, do not default to sea.

Part 4 — Section 301 Tariff: The Single Most Misunderstood Cost

Section 301 is the tariff system the US imposed on Chinese imports starting in 2018 under USTR Section 301 investigations. For pet accessories specifically, here is the current state in 2026:

HS codes that matter for pet accessories

Why this matters for your math

For an $2.20 velvet collar:

• MFN duty: $2.20 × 2.4% = $0.053

• Section 301: $2.20 × 25% = $0.55

The Section 301 tariff is over 10x the MFN duty. It is by far the largest single shipping-related cost line. Suppliers who quote DDP without disclosing Section 301 are either (a) lying, (b) gambling on customs missing the classification, or (c) absorbing it temporarily to win the order before raising prices.

What we do at Heyri Pet

• We disclose the Section 301 line on every DDP quote so you see the math.

• We file the correct HS code on every entry. Misclassification to avoid Section 301 is fraud and triggers CBP audits.

• We monitor the USTR exclusion process. Pet accessories are not currently on the exclusion list, but we update buyers if that changes.

• We do not "magically" reduce Section 301. Anyone who claims to is committing customs fraud — and the liability falls on the importer, which under DAP is you.

Tariff engineering (legitimate)

There are legal ways to reduce duty exposure:

• Country-of-origin manipulation — moving substantial transformation to Vietnam, Cambodia, Mexico (we do not do this; our factories are in Shenzhen and Dongguan)

• First-sale valuation — declaring the factory price rather than the trading-company price as the dutiable value (saves 5–15% if structured correctly)

• HS classification optimization — choosing the correct HS code at the most granular level (does not avoid Section 301 but can reduce MFN duty)

We do not push these strategies on every buyer. If your annual import value exceeds $500,000 to the USA, a licensed customs attorney can review your supply chain and identify legitimate savings.

Part 5 — Importer of Record: The Most Important Word in the Whole Process

The Importer of Record (IOR) is the legal entity that:

• Owes the duty to CBP

• Is liable for misclassification penalties

• Is responsible for record retention (5 years)

• Receives Liquidation Notices from CBP

• Is audited if there is a Section 301 investigation

Under DDP, who is the IOR?

In a properly structured DDP shipment, the seller's appointed customs broker acts as IOR using either:

• A bonded carrier's IOR — the freight forwarder has a continuous bond and files entries in its name

• A foreign IOR program — a US-based logistics company files entries on behalf of foreign sellers (most common in 2026)

In either case, you as the buyer are NOT the IOR. You receive the cargo, you owe nothing to CBP.

Under DAP, who is the IOR?

You are. Even though the quote looks similar to DDP, DAP shifts the IOR liability to the buyer. You will need:

• A US EIN (Employer Identification Number) or SSN

• A US Customs bond (single-entry or continuous)

• A licensed customs broker filing entries on your behalf

• A Power of Attorney granted to that broker

If you do not have these, do not accept DAP terms. Insist on DDP, or accept FOB with your own broker.

What questions to ask before signing a DDP PO

1. "Who is the Importer of Record for this shipment?"

2. "Does your forwarder have a continuous customs bond?"

3. "Will my company name appear on the CBP Form 7501 entry?"

4. "What happens if CBP audits this shipment?"

If your supplier cannot answer 1–3 cleanly, the DDP is not real DDP — it is unclear or DAP in disguise.

Part 6 — Customs Clearance: What Actually Happens at the US Port

Here is the actual sequence from container arrival to delivery at your address.

Day 0 — Container arrives at US port (e.g., Long Beach, NY/NJ, Savannah)

The ocean carrier files the manifest with CBP 24 hours before arrival (Importer Security Filing — ISF).

Day 1 — Container discharged, moved to CFS (Container Freight Station)

For LCL shipments, the master container is deconsolidated at a CFS — your specific cargo is separated from other shippers' goods.

Day 1–2 — Customs entry filing

The customs broker files CBP Form 7501 (Entry Summary) declaring:

• HS code (we use 4201.00.60 for textile pet collars)

• FOB cargo value

• Importer of Record details

• Duty, MPF, HMF calculation

Day 2–3 — Customs review

CBP either:

• Releases the cargo (~93% of pet accessory entries)

• Examines the cargo (X-ray, ~5%, adds 1–3 days, fees ~$150)

• Holds for documentation (~2%, broker resolves typically within 1 day)

Day 3–5 — Cargo cleared, ready for pickup

The broker pays the duty (using our continuous bond), CBP releases, and the cargo is ready at the CFS.

Day 5–8 — Last-mile delivery

Trucking from CFS to your address or to Amazon FBA. LTL (less-than-truckload) for 1–4 pallets. Full truckload for 22+ pallets.

When cargo gets held — what happens

If CBP holds the cargo for any reason (documentation, valuation question, random exam), the broker handles it. The buyer does not need to do anything except wait. We absorb broker resolution fees up to $250 per shipment on standard DDP quotes; for unusual cases we communicate transparently before incurring fees.

Part 7 — DDP Directly to Amazon FBA: How It Works

This is the route 60% of our DDP shipments take. Here is the actual process.

Buyer's setup before first FBA-direct shipment

1. Create the SKU listing in Amazon Seller Central

2. Generate FNSKU label artwork (we accept PDF, PNG)

3. Get the FBA Shipment ID and PO # from Amazon

4. Provide us the FBA warehouse code (FTW1, ONT8, SMF3, etc.)

5. Confirm the carton size and unit count per carton on the FBA shipment

What we do as the supplier

1. Apply FNSKU label to each unit's polybag

2. Apply Amazon-compliant master carton labels (FBA Shipment ID, PO #, carton sequence)

3. Apply suffocation warning on every polybag (1.5-mil clear LDPE, polybag opening > 5 inches)

4. Palletize per Amazon's standard pallet spec (40" × 48", max 60", max 1,500 lbs, banded + shrink-wrapped)

5. Book the trucking with an Amazon-approved carrier (we use Estes Express, ABF, or Amazon Partner Carrier program for SPD)

6. Schedule the dock appointment via Amazon Carrier Central

7. Deliver to the FBA warehouse with all paperwork in hand

Amazon FBA warehouses we ship to weekly

FBA-direct DDP cost example

For the same 2,000-piece velvet collar shipment going DDP-direct to FTW1 (Dallas-Fort Worth):

• All-in DDP to FTW1: $6,385

• Per-unit landed at FTW1: $3.19

That is $0.04 per unit more than DDP to LA — for the privilege of skipping the 3PL warehouse rental, the pick-pack labor, and the FBA shipping plan creation work. Most sellers consider it the easiest $80 they ever spent.

Part 8 — Customs Documents Every DDP Shipment Includes

Even when the buyer does not need to handle customs, you should still receive copies of the following documents for your records (5-year retention recommended):

1. Commercial Invoice — matches the PO, shows HS code, country of origin, FOB value

2. Packing List — cartons, weights, dimensions, unit count

3. Bill of Lading (B/L) for sea / Air Waybill (AWB) for air

4. Certificate of Origin — Form A or Generic, certifying Chinese origin

5. Material Composition Statement — declares fabric breakdown (e.g., 80% cotton / 20% polyester) for textile customs

6. REACH / RoHS Test Report — on request, for EU shipments

7. CBP Form 7501 (Entry Summary) — your importer-of-record details, duty paid

8. Section 301 Tariff Calculation Sheet — line-by-line duty math

9. Bond Information — the customs bond used (continuous or single-entry)

10. Proof of Delivery (POD) — signed receipt from your warehouse, FBA, or end address

At Heyri Pet we email this packet within 48 hours of delivery completion. Keep them.

Part 9 — Red Flags: Quotes That Look Cheap But Are Not DDP

Over 13 years I have seen a recurring pattern: a competing factory or trading company quotes 15–25% lower than us on "DDP." Nine times out of ten, the lower quote excludes one of the following:

Red flag #1: "DDP USA $3.80/kg, duty extra"

This is not DDP. This is DAP. If duty is extra, the buyer is the Importer of Record. The buyer will be invoiced separately for 25%+ tariff after the cargo arrives.

Red flag #2: "DDP to door, all-in, no extra fees"

Ask: "Is the Section 301 tariff included?" If they say yes and the price is far below our quote, they are likely committing duty fraud (declaring undervalued cargo or misclassifying HS code). When CBP catches it, the importer is liable — and the supplier disappears.

Red flag #3: "DDP via FedEx International — door-to-door"

FedEx Internationl Priority is courier-mode. It can be DDP in form, but for any commercial cargo above $800 (the de minimis threshold), formal entry is required and the courier just bills the recipient. This is not real DDP — it is just airfreight with the recipient paying duty at the door.

Red flag #4: "We split the shipment under $800 per parcel to avoid duty"

This is Section 321 abuse and is increasingly enforced under the 2024–2026 CBP crackdown. Buyer's account can be flagged, future shipments held, and brand reputation damaged. Do not do this. We do not do this.

Red flag #5: "DDP includes FBA warehouse fee"

Amazon does not charge the supplier to deliver inventory — it charges you (the seller) the FBA receiving fee per unit after intake. Anyone claiming DDP "includes" FBA fees is either confused or marketing dishonestly.

Red flag #6: Quote does not specify the Incoterms version (2010 vs 2020)

Incoterms 2020 redefined DPU (Delivered at Place Unloaded). A serious freight quote always cites the version year.

Part 10 — Heyri Pet's DDP Standard Service

Because the DDP space has so many shortcuts and ambiguities, here is exactly what we offer so you can compare apples to apples.

What's always included

• ✅ All ocean / air freight Shenzhen → US port

• ✅ Chinese export customs

• ✅ US import customs entry filing (broker partner is Customs licensed)

• ✅ MFN duty + Section 301 tariff + MPF + HMF (all duties)

• ✅ Last-mile trucking to your address or Amazon FBA warehouse

• ✅ Customs documents emailed within 48 hours of delivery

• ✅ Insurance covering 110% of FOB value

• ✅ DDP-to-FBA Amazon prep (FNSKU labels, polybag suffocation warning, carton labels, palletization)

What is extra (and disclosed up front)

• Third-party inspection (QIMA / AsiaInspection): $250–$350 per shipment if requested

• Express air upgrade: $4.20–$6.80/kg vs $0.45–$0.95/kg sea

• Custom dock appointment outside Amazon Carrier Central: $80–$150

• Hazmat documentation (not applicable to our products): N/A

• CBP exam fee if cargo is randomly selected: ~$150 (pass-through, no markup)

What we will not do

• ❌ Undervalue cargo on Commercial Invoice

• ❌ Misclassify HS code to avoid Section 301

• ❌ Use Section 321 de minimis splits to evade duty

• ❌ Ship to a residential address listed as a "warehouse" for tax-avoidance

• ❌ Issue a single B/L for cargo that goes to multiple buyers (split-shipment fraud)

These boundaries are not flexible. They exist because (a) CBP audits us as a recurrent shipper, and (b) protecting our buyers from being implicated in customs fraud is more valuable than any individual order.

Part 11 — DDP Timeline by Mode

For planning your launches, here are realistic transit windows from Shenzhen to USA in 2026.

Air Express (DHL / FedEx International Priority) DDP

• Cargo cutoff: Day 1 morning Shenzhen

• Departure: Day 1 evening

• Arrival US hub (LAX / MEM / CVG): Day 2–3

• US customs clearance: Day 3–4

• Last-mile delivery: Day 4–6

• Total: 4–6 days door-to-door

• Best for: Samples, $200–$3,000 shipments, urgent restocks

Air Cargo (consolidated air freight) DDP

• Cargo cutoff: Day 1

• Departure Shenzhen / Hong Kong: Day 2–3

• Arrival LAX / ORD / JFK: Day 4–5

• Customs clearance: Day 6–7

• Last-mile: Day 7–10

• Total: 7–10 days door-to-door

• Best for: 200–2,000 pieces, time-sensitive launches, Q4 catch-up

Sea LCL (consolidated less-than-container-load) DDP

• Cargo cutoff: Day 1

• Container loading and B/L: Day 2–4

• Departure Shenzhen: Day 5–7

• Transit Pacific: 14–18 days (West Coast), 22–28 days (East Coast via Panama)

• Arrival LA / Long Beach / NY / Savannah: Day 20–28

• CFS deconsolidation: Day 22–30

• Customs clearance: Day 24–32

• Last-mile: Day 27–35

• Total: 25–35 days door-to-door

• Best for: 200–10,000 pieces, regular replenishment, cost optimization

Sea FCL (full container, 20' or 40') DDP

• Cargo cutoff: Day 1

• Container loading at our factory or Shenzhen port: Day 2–4

• Departure: Day 5–7

• Transit: 14–18 days (West Coast), 22–28 days (East Coast)

• No CFS deconsolidation needed — direct customs and trucking

• Customs: Day 22–28

• Last-mile: Day 24–32

• Total: 30–40 days door-to-door

• Best for: 10,000+ pieces, mature programs, lowest per-unit shipping cost

Holiday and seasonal effects

• Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb): Factory shutdown 14–28 days. Plan PO 60+ days before.

• Golden Week (Oct 1–7): 7-day shutdown. Plan 30+ days ahead.

• August Mid-Autumn Festival: 3-day shutdown.

• US holiday peak (Q4): Port congestion adds 5–10 days transit. Ship by Oct 15 for Black Friday delivery.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is DDP shipping for pet products from China to USA?

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) is an Incoterms 2020 term where the seller handles ocean/air freight, Chinese export customs, US import customs, US import duty (including the 25% Section 301 tariff on pet accessories), and last-mile delivery to the buyer's door or Amazon FBA warehouse. The buyer's only role is to receive the cargo. DDP eliminates customs surprise bills and is the standard for first-time importers, Amazon FBA sellers, and Shopify/Etsy dropshippers.

What is the difference between DDP and DAP shipping?

DDP and DAP look similar in quotes but have a critical legal difference. Under DDP, the seller is responsible for paying import duty, and the seller's customs broker is the Importer of Record. Under DAP, the seller delivers to your address but the buyer pays duty and is the Importer of Record — meaning the buyer is legally liable to CBP for the 25% Section 301 tariff and any future audits. Always confirm the Incoterm in writing before signing the PO.

How much does DDP shipping from China to USA cost for pet accessories?

Approximate DDP rates from Shenzhen to USA in 2026: Air Express $6.20–$6.80/kg (4–6 days), Air Cargo $4.20–$5.50/kg (7–10 days), Sea LCL $0.45–$0.95/kg (25–35 days), Sea FCL $0.18–$0.32/kg (30–40 days). These rates include freight, US customs, all import duty (including 25% Section 301 tariff on pet products), MPF, HMF, and last-mile delivery to door or FBA warehouse.

What is the Section 301 tariff on dog collars and pet products from China?

Pet accessories under HS codes 4201.00, 4202.92.31, 6307.90.98, and 3926.90.99 currently fall on Section 301 List 3, carrying a 25% additional tariff on top of the MFN duty (2.4%–7.0% depending on category). The Section 301 tariff is calculated on FOB cargo value. For a $2.20 dog collar, the Section 301 tariff is $0.55 per piece — more than 10x the MFN duty. The USTR reviews List 3 periodically; we update DDP quotes when changes occur.

Can you ship DDP directly to Amazon FBA warehouses?

Yes. Heyri Pet ships DDP directly to all major Amazon FBA warehouses every week including USA (FTW1, ONT8, SMF3, MDW9, BNA1, IND9, EWR4, ATL6, MEM1, STL8), Canada (YYZ4, YVR4), UK (LTN4, MAN2, EMA2), EU (DTM2, FRA9, MUC3, MAD4, WRO5), and Australia (MEL3, SYD2). FBA-direct DDP includes FNSKU labeling, suffocation-warning polybags, Amazon-compliant master carton labels, palletization to 40"×48" spec, and dock appointment scheduling via Amazon Carrier Central.

Who is the Importer of Record under DDP shipping?

Under properly structured DDP, the seller's appointed customs broker is the Importer of Record (IOR). The broker has a continuous customs bond, files CBP Form 7501 in its own name (or via a foreign-IOR program), and pays the duty to CBP. The buyer is NOT the IOR, has no customs liability, and does not need a US EIN, Customs Power of Attorney, or customs bond.

Are DDP shipments faster than FOB?

DDP and FOB use the same vessels and aircraft, so the transit time is identical. However, DDP is often faster end-to-end because the seller pre-arranges customs and trucking, eliminating buyer-side delays. A typical FOB shipment loses 3–7 days while the buyer arranges a freight forwarder, customs broker, and trucking after the cargo arrives at the US port. With DDP, all of this is pre-coordinated.

What customs documents will I receive with a DDP shipment?

At Heyri Pet, every DDP shipment includes: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading (sea) or Air Waybill (air), Certificate of Origin, Material Composition Statement, CBP Form 7501 (Entry Summary), Section 301 Tariff Calculation Sheet, Bond Information, and Proof of Delivery. We email this packet within 48 hours of delivery completion. Retain for 5 years per CBP record retention rules.

What if my DDP cargo is held by US Customs for inspection?

Approximately 5% of pet accessory cargo is randomly selected for CBP examination (X-ray or physical exam). If selected, the seller's customs broker handles the resolution. Examination adds 1–3 days transit and incurs a CBP exam fee (~$150) which is a pass-through cost. Heyri Pet absorbs customs broker resolution fees up to $250 per shipment on standard DDP quotes; unusual cases are communicated transparently before any additional fee.

Is sea or air better for DDP shipping pet accessories from China to USA?

Decision math: pet accessories average 30–60 g per piece. For shipments under 200 kg total, air is competitive on per-unit cost and ~25 days faster. For shipments above 200 kg, sea LCL is 4–6x cheaper per kg. Air pays off when launch timing matters (Q4 holidays, new product release, Amazon stockout recovery). Sea pays off for regular replenishment where lead time is planned in. Most of our buyers use sea for planned PO's and air for stockout-recovery shipments.

Can DDP shipping help with Amazon FBA stockouts?

Yes. We can air-cargo DDP to FTW1, ONT8, or SMF3 in 7–10 days door-to-warehouse, which is the fastest legal route for commercial cargo. For smaller emergency restocks under 50 kg we use DHL Express DDP at 4–6 days. The economics: air-cargo DDP adds about $1.50–$2.50 per dog collar versus sea, but lost sales during a 25-day FBA stockout typically exceed that cost by 5x.

Do you split DDP shipments into Section 321 parcels to avoid duty?

No. Section 321 de minimis allows duty-free entry for shipments under $800 per day per importer, but splitting commercial cargo into multiple sub-$800 parcels to evade Section 301 is customs fraud and is being aggressively enforced under the 2024–2026 CBP crackdown. Heyri Pet declares full cargo value, files proper entries, and pays the full Section 301 tariff. We protect our buyers from being implicated in fraud.

What is the MOQ for a DDP shipment from Heyri Pet?

There is no DDP-specific minimum, but the shipping math works best above certain thresholds. For sea LCL DDP, the minimum is typically 100 kg cargo (~1,500 pet accessory pieces) because LCL forwarders have a 100 kg or 1 CBM minimum. For air cargo DDP, 50 kg is the practical minimum. For DHL Express DDP, there is no minimum — even one carton works. Our overall product MOQ remains 50 pieces per SKU regardless of shipping mode.

Do you offer DDP shipping to the UK, EU, Canada, and Australia?

Yes. We ship DDP weekly to UK (LTN4, MAN2, EMA2 Amazon FBA), EU (DTM2, FRA9, MUC3, MAD4, WRO5), Canada (YYZ4, YVR4), and Australia (MEL3, SYD2). Each market has its own duty structure: UK 2.7% UK GT, EU 2.7% TARIC, Canada 6.5% MFN, Australia 0% under FTA + 5% GST. We file local customs entries via partner brokers in each country. EU shipments include GPSR-compliant product labeling.

How do I get a DDP quote from Heyri Pet?

Three ways: (1) WhatsApp +86 155 2623 8227 with your SKU list, quantity, and destination ZIP/postcode, (2) email sales01@heyripet.com with the same, or (3) submit our inquiry form on the Contact Us page. We return a line-by-line DDP quote (FOB cargo + freight + customs + duty + last-mile + admin) within 24 working hours so you can verify every cost line.

About the Author

I am Ms. Rye Xie, founder and CEO of Shenzhen Heyri Pet Technology Co., Ltd. Heyri Pet has shipped DDP from China to the USA every week for the past nine years, working with 800+ wholesale buyers in 40+ countries. We hold 10+ design patents (CN/EU/UK), full certification stack (SGS / REACH / ROHS / GRS), and operate dual factories in Shenzhen and Dongguan. We are a proud member of the Shenzhen Stray Animal Protection Association.

Most of what I wrote above came from a buyer asking me a question I had to answer honestly — and the answer was different from what their last supplier told them. I hope it saves you a margin disaster.

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— Ms. Rye Xie, CEO, Shenzhen Heyri Pet Technology Co., Ltd.