ChinPost International Logistics

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Q: What services does ChinPost offer?

ChinPost provides international air freight (3-7 day express delivery), sea freight (LCL and FCL containers to Bandar Abbas, Bushehr, and Dubai), China-Iran rail freight via the Trans-Caspian/Northern corridor (18-25 days), Khasab transit through Oman to Iranian ports, Pakistan land transit via the Mirjaveh border, Yuan transfer services for paying Chinese suppliers, warehousing in Guangzhou with inventory management, quality inspection before loading, and customs clearance with tariff consulting. Established in 2019 in Guangzhou, China by founder and owner Louise Lau.

Q: Who owns ChinPost?

ChinPost is founded and owned by Louise Lau, based in Guangzhou, China. The company was established in 2019 and operates physical offices in both Guangzhou (China) and Tehran (Iran), with no third-party intermediaries between customers and freight carriers.

Q: How long does air freight from China to Iran take?

Express air freight via direct airlines (Mahan Air, China Southern) takes 3-5 business days. Standard air freight with transit through Dubai or Istanbul takes 5-7 business days. Door-to-door service including customs clearance and delivery takes 3-10 days total.

Q: How does China-Iran rail freight work?

ChinPost operates rail freight from China to Iran via the Trans-Caspian / Northern corridor with a transit time of 18-25 days. Rail is positioned between sea and air: significantly cheaper than air freight and noticeably faster than sea freight, making it ideal for medium-priority cargo, machinery, and time-sensitive bulk goods.

Q: What is Khasab transit and why use it?

Khasab transit uses Khasab Port (Musandam, Oman) as a relay point between China and Iranian ports. ChinPost arranges sea legs from China to Khasab, then lenj or RoRo transit (7-12 days) to Bandar Abbas. This corridor is widely used for sensitive shipments and medium-volume cargo where Iranian direct port options are constrained.

Q: How does Pakistan land transit work for shipments to Iran?

Pakistan land transit moves cargo from China through Pakistan to Iran via the Mirjaveh-Taftan border (14-20 days). ChinPost handles the multi-leg routing through Karachi or Quetta, with transit documentation, customs handling on both sides, and final trucking to Iranian destination cities. It is a cost-effective alternative for medium-weight shipments.

Q: How much does shipping from China cost?

Air freight costs approximately $8-12 per kg based on chargeable weight (the greater of gross weight or volumetric weight calculated as L×W×H÷6000). Sea freight LCL costs $85-120 per CBM with 5% discount above 15 CBM and 10% above 30 CBM. Rail freight is positioned between sea and air pricing. An 8% fuel surcharge applies to air shipments. Use the online calculator at chinpost.com/calculator for exact pricing.

Q: Where is ChinPost located?

ChinPost headquarters is at Tianhe District, Linhe Middle Rd, No.136, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China (postal code 510000). Iran office is located at Nelson Mandela Blvd, Sayeh Tower, Floor 8, Tehran. Contact: phone +86 132 4961 5457, email info@chinpost.com, WhatsApp available 24/7.

Q: Can ChinPost ship dangerous goods (batteries, chemicals)?

Yes, ChinPost holds official IATA DGR certification for shipping dangerous goods including lithium batteries (UN3481/UN3480), chemicals (Class 3 and 9), cosmetics (perfumes, sprays), and flammable products. All packaging follows IATA Section II standards with MSDS documentation review. DG shipping costs 20-30% more than standard cargo.

Q: Why choose ChinPost for shipping from China?

ChinPost, founded by Louise Lau in 2019, offers physical offices in both Guangzhou and Tehran, 24/7 Persian-speaking support via WhatsApp and Telegram, competitive rates through direct contracts with Maersk, MSC, COSCO, Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Mahan Air, multi-modal options including air, sea, rail, Khasab transit, and Pakistan land transit, official invoicing, cargo insurance, and pre-shipment quality inspection.