Ocean Freight Route

ShanghaiLos Angeles

CNSHA
USLAX
Distance
5,646 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between China and United States.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

CN
Origin Port

Shanghai

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Extensive container terminals with deep-water berths
  • Advanced ship-to-shore gantry cranes and semi-automated yard equipment
  • Integrated intermodal links to rail, expressway, and barge networks
  • Dedicated terminals for bulk commodities and vehicles

Key Exports

Electronics and electrical machineryMachinery and industrial equipmentTextiles and apparelConsumer goods and household productsAutomotive parts and vehicles

Export Compliance

Exporters must comply with Chinese customs regulations, including correct tariff code usage and truthful valuation.

US
Destination Port

Los Angeles

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Large-scale container terminals with on-dock rail connections
  • Deep-draft berths accommodating ultra-large container vessels
  • Well-developed intermodal links to major interstate highways and rail corridors
  • Modern cargo handling systems and terminal operating technology

Key Imports

Consumer goods and retail merchandiseElectronics and household appliancesFurniture and home furnishingsAutomotive parts and vehiclesIndustrial machinery and components

Import Regulations

All arriving cargo must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, including accurate entry documentation and tariff classification.

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