US Peak Season Alert: Critical Updates on Shipping Rates and Special Item Processing

ZQ Dropshipping

🇺🇸 Important Update: US Shipping Rate Adjustment

As we navigate the peak season, we want to keep you informed about changes to our shipping structure. Please be aware that shipping rates to the United States have increased by CN¥10 per KG, effective from October. This adjustment marks the first rate increase of this year's peak season.

The driving factors behind this increase are:

• Increased Last-Mile Costs: A rise in delivery fees charged by the United States Postal Service (USPS).

• Surging Air Freight Costs: Higher costs for air cargo capacity due to global peak season demand.

We strive to keep costs as stable as possible while ensuring your packages arrive on time. Please refer to the official updated price list below (Updated: December 11th):

🇺🇸 US Shipping Rate Card (Effective December)

Weight Range (KG)	Shipping Rate (USD/KG)	Handling Fee (USD/Piece)	Min. Chargeable Weight (KG)
0.001 - 0.1	$20.83	$2.78	0.05
0.101 - 0.2	$20.00	$2.50	0.05
0.201 - 0.45	$19.44	$2.22	0.05
0.451 - 0.7	$18.47	$2.22	0.05
0.701 - 1.5	$18.47	$1.25	0.05
1.501 - 2	$18.47	$1.25	0.05
2.001 - 30	$17.50	$1.25	0.05

Source: ZQ Dropshipping

📋 Service Specifications & Rules

Feature	Details
Country Code	US
Est. Transit Time	10 - 17 Calendar Days
Weight Limit	Max 30 KG
Declaration Requirements	1. Description: Must be specific and precise (e.g., usage, material). Vague descriptions are not accepted. 2. Name: Recipient name must include "First Name + Last Name". Single names are not accepted. 3. Accuracy: Shipper is responsible for truthful declarations. We do not review cargo. Any delays, fines, or seizures by US Customs due to re-evaluation are the shipper's responsibility.
Value Limit	• Single item value: $1 - $249. • Cumulative value for the same recipient/address on the same day cannot exceed $249.
Tax & Duty	Duties are charged according to US Customs HTS Codes. Taxes are prepaid by the carrier and billed later. Individual tax receipts cannot be provided due to the clearance model.
Packaging & Dimensions	1. Irregular Shapes: Cylindrical, tubular, or prismatic packages are NOT accepted. 2. Min Size: 15 x 10 x 2 cm. 3. Standard Max Size: 55 x 45 x 38 cm (No extra fee). 4. Oversize Fee: If a side exceeds standard max but is within carry limits, a fee of ~$13.89 (100 RMB) applies. 5. Refusal Size: Any side > 90cm OR Length + 2*(Width + Height) > 213cm. High surcharges apply if violated.
Delivery Area	• Covers mainland US. • NO Service to: APO/FPO addresses, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam, etc. • Restricted Zip Codes (First 3 digits): 090-099, 340, 962-966, 006-009, 967-969, 995-999.
Returns & Redelivery	• No return service to China. • Local Redelivery: Available if returned to the overseas warehouse. Customer has 30 days to request redelivery. • Redelivery Fee: ~$6.94 (50 RMB) per shipment. • Destruction: Packages with no response after 30 days will be destroyed for free.

Source: ZQ Dropshipping

Streamlining Your Shipments: December Peak Season Update

The holiday rush is here! With cargo volumes skyrocketing, our warehouses are working around the clock. To ensure your packages don't get stuck in a backlog of administrative checks, we are streamlining our process for "volumetric weight exceptions" this December.

What does this mean for you?

Between Dec 1st and Dec 31st, if a package's actual size differs from the declared size, we will automatically bill based on our warehouse measurements instead of holding the package to ask for your confirmation. This helps us skip the back-and-forth emails and keep your goods moving instantly.

How to save money in dropshipping peak season: 

Please double-check your packaging and dimensions before sending them to us to avoid unexpected costs. If you need clarification on the rules, your dedicated sales manager is ready to help. Thank you for helping us keep logistics fast and efficient for everyone this season!