China Buying Toolbox
Shipping Readiness Checklist
Use a simple checklist before you hand cartons to a forwarder or request the final route.
Prepare a shipment handoff
Forwarders need shipment data, not vague product names
Carton count, dimensions, weight, receiver details and sensitive-goods status are often needed before a route can be confirmed.
Route-specific paperwork can still be added later
This checklist covers the basic handoff. Customs documents, labels or carrier declarations depend on the actual product and route.