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 Samoan import standards.
Group items by type to optimize container or air cargo space, reducing shipping costs—crucial for long-haul shipments to remote islands.
Package fragile goods (e.g., electronics, glassware) with waterproof and shock-resistant materials, and secure heavy items (e.g., construction tools) to withstand rough seas and island transport.
Apia Port (Upolu Island): The country’s main port, serving the capital Apia and surrounding regions, transit times averaging 40–45 days from Guangzhou/Shenzhen. It handles over 90% of Samoa’s maritime trade, making it the central hub for goods destined for Upolu, Savai’i, and other islands.
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 Samoa.
CIF Samoa: We cover costs, insurance, and freight to Apia Port or Faleolo International Airport—you handle import clearance and final delivery to islands via local logistics partners.
Chinese Export Documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, export declaration, and Certificate of Origin (to leverage tariff benefits under applicable trade agreements).
Samoan Import Requirements:
Business Registration Certificate and Tax Identification Number (TIN) for importers.
Product-specific certifications (e.g., safety standards for electrical appliances, biosecurity permits for food and agricultural products).
English-language documentation (invoices, packing lists) as required by Samoan customs.
Duty payment (we provide upfront estimates, with rates varying by product category—note that essential goods like medical supplies may qualify for reduced tariffs).
Community Project Supplies to Apia: A non-profit organization in Apia sourced 250+ items from 4 Chinese cities (Guangzhou, Yiwu, Shenzhen, Shanghai), including school furniture, medical kits, and educational materials. We consolidated the goods in our Guangzhou warehouse within 10 days, shipped via FOB terms in a 20ft container to Apia Port, and coordinated with local teams for distribution. The shipment arrived in 42 days, saving 32% on shipping costs compared to individual deliveries.
Tourism Equipment to Savai’i: A resort developer on Savai’i needed beach furniture from Foshan and water sports gear from Ningbo. We consolidated the goods, shipped via CIF terms to Apia Port, and arranged feeder transport to Asau. The shipment cleared customs in 4 days, arriving 44 days after pickup—meeting the resort’s pre-opening deadline.
Urgent Medical Supplies to Upolu: A hospital in Apia required critical medical equipment from Shenzhen and pharmaceuticals from Beijing during a health crisis. We consolidated the goods, shipped via air freight to Faleolo International Airport under CIF terms, and delivered door-to-door in 12 days—ensuring timely access to life-saving supplies.
Consolidation Expertise: Our Guangzhou warehouse optimizes loading for long-haul sea and air shipments, minimizing costs for multi-supplier orders—vital for Samoa’s island logistics.
Island-Specific Solutions: Direct shipping to Apia Port and Faleolo International Airport, with trusted partners for inter-island delivery to Savai’i and smaller islands.
Trusted Partnerships: As a class 1 agent for shipping lines, express carriers, and airlines, we ensure reliable transport even for remote Pacific destinations.
Risk Mitigation: All shipments are insured by Ping An Insurance, covering loss, damage, or delays—essential for long-distance maritime and air transit.
Payment Flexibility: Accept 15+ currencies via XTransfer and China Merchants Bank, including USD, EUR, CNY, and Samoan Tala (WST).
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