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We ship worldwide from our hubs in China and the US. Costs and times vary by destination and method. See estimates below.
Shipping Cost & Time Calculator
Get instant estimates for shipping your wholesale jewelry order
Note: This calculator provides estimated costs based on standard rates. Final shipping costs may vary based on:
- Exact destination zip code
- Package dimensions (volumetric weight)
- Customs clearance requirements
- Fuel surcharges and seasonal fluctuations
- DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) vs DAP (Delivered at Place) terms
* Prices are estimates in USD. Transit times are business days and do not include customs clearance time. Last updated: May 2024
DDP vs DDU: Shipping Terms Explained
| Aspect | DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) | DDU/DAP (Delivered Duty Unpaid) |
| Who pays import duties/taxes? | Seller pays all | Buyer pays all |
| Who handles customs clearance? | Seller or seller’s agent | Buyer or buyer’s agent |
| Cost predictability for buyer | High – One all-in price | Variable – Additional costs upon arrival |
| Risk transfer point | At buyer’s premises | At destination port/airport (before customs) |
| Best for | First-time/infrequent importers | Experienced importers with customs brokers |
| Seller’s responsibility | Maximum – Door to door | Medium – To destination port only |
| Typical cost difference | 15-35% higher than DDU (includes duties) | Lower base price, but add 10-25% for duties |
Tracking Timeline & What to Expect
| Shipping Method | Tracking Available | Typical First Update | Full Visibility |
| Express (DHL/FedEx/UPS) | Immediately after pickup | Within 2-4 hours | Real-time, detailed updates |
| Air Freight | Within 24 hours | Next business day | Major milestone updates |
| Sea Freight | Within 3-5 days | After container loading | Port departure/arrival updates |