Freight questions,
straight answers
Questions & answers
Bonded forwarding on the China–Canada lane — what we do, what we coordinate, and how to start.
01.
In Canada, a bonded freight forwarder has posted security with CBSA. That lets us file house bills and move cargo in bond beyond the first port of arrival, including between sufferance warehouses. It is not automatically a licensed customs broker, and it is not a Customs Bonded Warehouse (CBW) licence.
02.
A general warehouse holds cargo that has already cleared. A sufferance warehouse holds cargo pending CBSA release. A Customs Bonded Warehouse is a separate licence that can defer duty for a longer period. We are a bonded freight forwarder: we can hold and move cargo under bond and we coordinate storage with the right facility. We do not quote a CBW licence number.
03.
FCL (full container) is usually cleaner when you have the volume: one box, one consignee, less handling. LCL (less than container) shares a container and suits smaller lots. We quote both on the China–Canada lane. Send CBM and weight and we will say which is the better buy.
04.
Ocean from China to a Canadian west-coast gateway is typically a matter of weeks, plus inland time. Air is typically a matter of days to a Canadian gateway, plus clearance and delivery. We do not publish guaranteed transit days — sailings, flights, and CBSA holds move. Ask for a current estimate on your lane.
05.
Email support@xiongbuy.com or use the quote form. Include origin, Canadian destination, ready date, pieces / CBM / weight, commodity and HS if known, and incoterm. We reply from Canada operations.
More on cargo and tracking
Can you clear customs for me?
Can you clear customs for me?
We coordinate Canadian customs clearance and the documents around it (commercial invoice, packing list, house bill, ACI/eManifest as required). Entry filing is done by a licensed customs broker. We are not claiming a CBSA broker licence.
What cargo is restricted?
What cargo is restricted?
Batteries, chemicals, food, plant/animal products, and other regulated goods often need permits or special handling. Ask us first. If we cannot move it, we will say so before you book.
How do I track a shipment?
How do I track a shipment?
Once cargo is booked we share the ocean B/L or air waybill reference and status updates through arrival, CBSA release, and delivery. Write to us with your reference if you need a current position.