TD Logistics

Name: TD Logistics
Address: No. 3, Gangxi Road, Bantian Street, Longgang District, Shenzhen, 518116, CN
Telephone: +8618608660774

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As a trusted international logistics provider specializing in the United States, Canada, and Europe, we are dedicated to optimizing your logistics operations. Our tailored solutions are designed to reduce costs, enhance transportation efficiency, and address unique supply chain challenges. By integrating your products with strategic corporate development plans, we deliver personalized logistics services that meet your specific requirements with precision and reliability.

03/09/2026

See how we work to ensure the stability of our customers' supply chains.

28/08/2026

🚨 Ocean Freight Update | Sept. 1–14, 2026

New FAK rates are in — and freight costs continue to move higher across major China–North America routes.

🇺🇸 U.S. West Coast
USD 8,000/FEU

🇺🇸 U.S. East Coast
USD 11,400/FEU

🇺🇸 U.S. Gulf
USD 11,400/FEU
Mobile: USD 11,500/FEU

🚆 Key Inland Rates
• PS Chicago: $9,900/FEU
• PRR Chicago: $9,600/FEU
• VAN Chicago: $9,700/FEU

🇨🇦 Canada
• Vancouver / Prince Rupert: $8,000/FEU
• Toronto / Montreal: $9,700/FEU

💡 Special Rates:
BOS/BAL cargo ≤10 tons/FEU: $500 discount
Cargo ≤8 tons/FEU: $700 discount

📅 Valid: Sept. 1–14, 2026

Planning a shipment? Check the latest rate and space availability before booking.

📩 TD Logistics — China → USA & Canada

27/08/2026

🚨 U.S. Import Compliance Alert: Is Your IOR Information Up to Date?

For U.S. importers, accurate importer information is becoming more important than ever.

CBP Form 5106 is used to establish and update an importer’s identity information in CBP systems. Incorrect or outdated information — including company name, address, tax identification details, or legal entity information — can create problems during customs processing.

⚠️ Common issues to check:

• Company legal name and spelling
• EIN / importer identification number
• Registered business address
• Legal entity information
• Consistency between importer records and entry documents

Incorrect or incomplete customs information can contribute to clearance delays and additional costs.

🛡️ Before Your Next Shipment

Don't wait until your container arrives at a U.S. port.

Before shipping, make sure your importer information is:

✅ Accurate
✅ Current
✅ Consistent with your customs entry documents

At TD Logistics, we work with U.S. customs brokers to help customers review importer information and identify potential documentation issues before shipment.

Good customs clearance starts before the cargo leaves the factory.

🌊 Ship with confidence. Stay compliant.

25/08/2026

New 7.5% U.S. Tariff on Chinese Goods? Importers Need to Pay Attention.

The Trump administration is reportedly preparing an additional 7.5% tariff on Chinese goods, linked to a U.S. Section 301 investigation into China’s structural manufacturing overcapacity.

If implemented, the measure could bring the relevant tariff level on Chinese imports back to around 20%.

But there’s an important detail:

👉 The 7.5% rate is not yet a universally effective new tariff.

The final scope, timing and exemptions still need to be confirmed.

For U.S. importers, this is another reason to look beyond the ocean freight rate.

Your real cost is:

Product + Tariff + Freight + Customs + Inland Delivery

And when tariffs change, your landed cost can change quickly.

📦 If you import from China, now is a good time to review your tariff exposure, shipment plans and sourcing strategy.

China+1 may become more important—but supply chains don't change overnight.

Stay ahead of the tariff changes. Plan your shipments with the entire landed cost in mind.

17/08/2026

Shipping Lithium Battery Products from China to the U.S.?

Can you ship them by ocean freight?

In many cases, yes — but “it has a battery” isn’t enough information.

For lithium battery cargo, freight requirements can depend on:

⚡ Battery type
⚡ Voltage & capacity
⚡ Wh (Watt-hours)
⚡ Battery quantity
⚡ Installed, packed with, or standalone
⚡ UN38.3 documentation
⚡ Packaging and carrier requirements

One important point:

W ≠ Wh

A product rated at 1,000W doesn't tell you the battery capacity. For batteries:

V × Ah = Wh

For example:

48V × 20Ah = 960Wh

Products such as portable power stations, e-bikes, cordless tools, robotic vacuums and UPS systems may require additional shipping review.

👉 Before booking, send your freight forwarder the battery specifications and UN38.3 documents if available.

The more accurate the battery information, the easier it is to assess your shipment.

14/08/2026

President Trump has signed a new proclamation imposing tariffs of up to 100% on imported drones and drone components, citing national security concerns and the need to strengthen U.S. supply chains.

Here’s what U.S. importers need to know:

🔴 100% tariff
Certain highly sensitive drones and related equipment, including:
• Drones over 25 kg maximum takeoff weight
• Drones with thermal imaging capabilities
• Certain docking stations
• Certain critical components

🟠 25% tariff
Certain smaller drones and other drone components that do not fall into the highly sensitive category.

🟡 15% tariff
Qualifying drones and components from the EU, Japan, Liechtenstein, South Korea, Switzerland and Taiwan.

🟢 10% tariff
Qualifying drones from the UK, subject to specific origin requirements for hardware, software and technology.

⏰ When does it take effect?

The new tariffs generally take effect 21 days after the August 13 proclamation.

For certain less-sensitive drone components, implementation will be delayed for 180 days.

What should importers do now?

Before placing your next order, review:

✅ HTS classification
✅ Country of origin
✅ Drone weight and specifications
✅ Thermal imaging and other sensitive functions
✅ Origin of major components
✅ Estimated landed cost after tariffs

A lower factory price doesn't necessarily mean a lower import cost.

With tariffs reaching 100%, product classification, origin and landed-cost analysis are becoming critical parts of sourcing decisions.

If you import drones or drone components into the U.S., now is the time to review your supply chain before the new duties take effect.

13/08/2026

Ocean Freight Update | Aug. 15–31

Freight rates are moving higher again for the second half of August, as carriers continue their rate restoration strategy.

🚢 Key FAK Rates

🇺🇸 U.S. West Coast — USD 7,700/FEU
🇺🇸 U.S. East Coast — USD 10,900/FEU
🇺🇸 U.S. Gulf — USD 10,900/FEU
🇺🇸 Mobile — USD 11,000/FEU

🚆 Key Inland Rates

• PS Chicago — USD 9,550/FEU
• PRR Chicago — USD 9,250/FEU
• VAN Chicago — USD 9,350/FEU

🇨🇦 Canada

• Vancouver / Prince Rupert — USD 7,700/FEU
• Toronto / Montreal — USD 9,300/FEU

📈 Market Update

Compared with the previous period, most major U.S. routes have increased by USD 300–400/FEU.

With U.S. East Coast and Gulf rates now approaching USD 11,000/FEU, importers should keep a close eye on space and pricing when planning late-August shipments.

💡 Special Rate:
BOS/BAL cargo ≤8 tons/FEU may qualify for a USD 700/FEU discount.

📅 Valid: August 15–31, 2026

Need the latest rate for your cargo? Ask TD Logistics before booking.

11/08/2026

For many importers, the message they've been waiting for is:

"Your cargo is ready."

It sounds like the hard part is over.

But that's often when the logistics work really begins.

The goods still need to be:

📦 Inspected
📋 Documented
🚢 Booked
🏗️ Loaded
🛃 Cleared through customs
🚛 Delivered

And every step can create its own risks.

A factory can finish production on time...

But if the shipment isn't booked early enough, you may miss the preferred sailing.

The cargo can be packed perfectly...

But incorrect documentation can still cause customs delays.

The container can leave the port...

But poor delivery planning can create additional storage or appointment issues.

That's why experienced importers don't wait until production is finished to start thinking about logistics.

They plan ahead.

✅ Confirm cargo dimensions early
✅ Review product compliance
✅ Prepare shipping documents
✅ Coordinate inspection and loading
✅ Reserve freight capacity
✅ Plan customs clearance and final delivery

Because "cargo ready" doesn't mean "cargo delivered."

Production is only one part of the supply chain.

The real goal isn't to finish manufacturing.

It's to get the right products to the right place, at the right time, and at the right cost.

The factory finishes production. Your logistics plan gets the job done.

09/08/2026

Importing These Products into the U.S.? It's Time to Review Your Supply Chain.

Recent statements from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) indicate continued restrictions on certain Chinese-made technology products, including robots, power inverters, drones, and networking equipment.

For U.S. importers, this doesn't necessarily mean every shipment will be affected—but it does mean greater attention should be paid before placing new orders.

Here are a few questions worth asking:

✅ Is your product subject to the latest U.S. regulatory requirements?

✅ Is your supplier using components or technology that could trigger additional review?

✅ Do you have complete documentation to support customs clearance and product compliance?

As U.S. trade policies continue to evolve, importers may experience:

• Longer customs reviews
• Additional compliance requirements
• Changes in sourcing strategies
• Unexpected costs or shipment delays

Planning ahead is becoming just as important as finding the right supplier.

If you're sourcing products from China, reviewing your supply chain before your next shipment could help reduce risks and avoid unnecessary delays.

At TD Logistics, we help importers stay informed about changing trade regulations and prepare shipments with compliance and efficiency in mind.

07/08/2026

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing new tariffs on polysilicon and its derivatives, key materials used in the production of semiconductors and solar panels.

According to the order:

🔹 Products containing polysilicon will be subject to a 15% tariff.

🔹 A minimum price of $21 per kilogram will apply to silicon.

🔹 Solar cells will have a minimum price of $0.22 per watt.

The policy is designed to encourage more semiconductor and solar manufacturing within the United States while reducing reliance on overseas supply chains.

What could this mean for importers?

📌 Higher Material Costs
Manufacturers importing affected materials may face increased sourcing costs.

📌 Supply Chain Adjustments
Businesses may need to reassess suppliers, production locations, and sourcing strategies to remain competitive.

📌 Greater Focus on U.S. Manufacturing
The executive order reinforces the U.S. government's push to expand domestic production of critical technologies.

📌 Logistics Planning Becomes Even More Important
As trade policies continue to evolve, importers should closely monitor regulatory changes, review supplier networks, and plan shipments proactively to minimize disruptions and unexpected costs.

At TD Logistics, we continue to monitor global trade developments to help our customers navigate changing regulations and keep their supply chains moving efficiently.

Trade policies change quickly—staying informed is the first step toward staying competitive.

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Shenzhen
518116

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+8618608660774

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