Ocean FCL omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached · LCL omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached · Air omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached. West Coast vs East Coast, all surcharges included. Know the benchmark before your forwarder quotes you.
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Ocean Freight · FCL (Full Container Load)
40ft container (FEU) spot and contract benchmarks · Q3 2026 · July 2026 market data
| Route | Spot Rate / FEU | Contract Rate / FEU | WoW | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
China → US West Coast (FCL 40ft) SHA / SZX / NGB → LAX / SEA | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | ▲ Source required | 14–18 days |
China → US East Coast (FCL 40ft) SHA / SZX → JFK / SAV / CHS | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | ▲ Source required | 28–35 days |
China → US Gulf (FCL 40ft) SHA / SZX → HOU / MSY | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | ▲ Source required | 25–32 days |
* Spot benchmark rates from carrier index data · July 2026 · All-in rates including base freight only — surcharges add omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached
Ocean Freight · LCL (Less-than-Container Load)
Per cubic meter (CBM) for shipments under ~15 CBM. Above 15 CBM, FCL economics typically win.
| Route | Rate / CBM | Terminal Handling (THC) | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| China → US West Coast | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached / shipment | 18–24 days |
| China → US East Coast | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached / shipment | 32–40 days |
Air Freight · China to US
All-in per kilogram. Air is ~5–8× more expensive than ocean FCL but delivers in 3–5 days.
| Service | Rate / kg (all-in) | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| China → LAX / SEA (General cargo) | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | 3–5 days |
| China → JFK / ORD (General cargo) | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | 3–5 days |
| China → US (Express — DHL/FedEx/UPS) | omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached | 2–3 days |
Market Context · July 2026
Peak Season Surcharge
Carriers have applied a omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached Peak Season Surcharge effective July 1. This is standard practice for the summer pre-holiday shipping surge (back-to-school, Q4 pre-stocking). Expect it through October.
Red Sea Indirect Impact
While Trans-Pacific lanes aren't rerouted, the Red Sea disruption has tightened global vessel supply. Carriers have shifted tonnage from Asia-Europe to Trans-Pacific, providing some capacity relief but also unpredictable schedule changes.
US Import Tariff Effect
Higher tariffs on Chinese goods have moderated import volumes compared to 2024, keeping a ceiling on rate spikes. However, front-loading ahead of possible tariff escalations can create short-term demand surges that push spot rates up sharply.
Booking Lead Time
Booking 4–6 weeks ahead consistently delivers omitted until a named source and asOf date are attached lower rates vs last-minute spot. This is the single highest-ROI lever for China importers. The report includes carrier-by-carrier contract vs spot spread data.
Bunker Adj. Factor (BAF)
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Fuel surcharge, monthly
Terminal Handling (THC)
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Both ends combined
Peak Season Surcharge
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July – October 2026
Port Congestion (PCS)
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Applied at LA/LB selectively
Documentation / B/L
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Per bill of lading
Red Sea (Asia-Europe only)
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Not Trans-Pacific direct
Related Reading
China to US Freight Rates 2026: Current Costs and Transit Times →Deeper analysis of West Coast vs East Coast routing economics, booking strategies, and H2 2026 outlook.
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Ocean Freight Rates from China — Global FCL & LCL Benchmarks →FCL/LCL rates to Europe, Middle East, and all major global destinations with current benchmarks.