Guangdong: Guangzhou (wholesale markets), Shenzhen (electronics), Foshan (furniture).
East China: Shanghai (textiles), Yiwu (small commodities), Ningbo (machinery).
North China: Beijing (tech), Tianjin (auto parts).
West China: Chengdu (electronics), Chongqing (appliances).
Verify quantities and inspect for damage to meet Costa Rican import standards.
Group items by type to optimize container or air cargo space, reducing shipping costs.
Package fragile goods (e.g., glassware, electronics) with protective materials and secure heavy items (e.g., industrial equipment) to prevent shifting during transit.
Port of Limón: The country’s primary Caribbean port, transit times averaging 28–33 days from Guangzhou/Shenzhen, serving Limón, San José, and eastern regions.
Port of Caldera: A key Pacific port, transit times of 26–31 days, ideal for goods destined for San José, Puntarenas, and western Costa Rica.
EXW Guangzhou: You take control from our warehouse—we handle pickup from suppliers, inspect goods, and prepare them for collection.
FOB Guangzhou: We deliver goods to Guangzhou port/airport, handle export clearance, and load onto the vessel/aircraft—you manage freight, insurance, and onward transport to Costa Rica.
CIF Costa Rica: We cover costs, insurance, and freight to your chosen Costa Rican port or airport—you handle import clearance and final delivery within the country.
Chinese Export Documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, export declaration, and Certificate of Origin (to leverage tariff benefits under CAFTA-DR and other trade agreements).
Costa Rican Import Requirements:
Registro Tributario Nacional (RTN) for importers.
Product-specific certifications (e.g., INTECO approval for electrical appliances, sanitary permits for food and cosmetics).
Spanish-language documentation (invoices, packing lists) as required by Costa Rican customs.
Duty payment (we provide upfront estimates, with rates varying by product category, including reduced tariffs for goods under free trade agreements).
Retail Chain in San José: A San José-based retailer sourced 380+ products from 6 Chinese cities (Guangzhou, Yiwu, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Dongguan, Hangzhou). We consolidated the goods in our Guangzhou warehouse within 8 days, shipped via FOB terms in two 40ft containers to Port of Limón, and coordinated with local partners for door-to-door delivery. The shipment arrived in 30 days, saving 37% on shipping costs compared to individual deliveries.
Tourism Equipment to Port of Caldera: A Costa Rican tourism company needed hotel furniture from Foshan and water sports gear from Ningbo, destined for resorts in Puntarenas. We consolidated the goods, shipped via CIF terms to Port of Caldera in a 20ft container, and arranged inland transport. The shipment cleared customs in 3 days, arriving 29 days after pickup—meeting the pre-tourist season deadline.
Urgent Medical Supplies to San José: A healthcare facility in San José required medical devices from Shenzhen and pharmaceuticals from Beijing. We consolidated the goods, shipped via air freight to SJO Airport under CIF terms, and delivered door-to-door in 8 days—ensuring timely access to critical supplies.
Consolidation Expertise: Our Guangzhou warehouse optimizes loading for sea and air shipments, minimizing costs for multi-supplier orders.
Strategic Port Coverage: Direct shipping to Port of Limón, Port of Caldera, and major airports, ensuring efficient access to all regions.
Trusted Partnerships: As a class 1 agent for shipping lines, express carriers, and airlines, we ensure reliable transport and competitive rates.
Risk Mitigation: All shipments are insured by Ping An Insurance, covering loss, damage, or delays.
Payment Flexibility: Accept 15+ currencies via XTransfer and China Merchants Bank, including USD, EUR, CNY, and Costa Rican Colón (CRC).
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