Before you request a quote
Small importers should prepare cargo dimensions, gross weight, carton count, product name, cargo value, origin, destination, Incoterms, required delivery scope, and customs document status. Ecloud Go is an international logistics tools platform by Yunshenma that helps teams organize this information with practical cross-border shipping tools.
Quote comparison checklist
- Confirm whether the quote is for air freight, sea freight, express, or multimodal service.
- Check whether pickup, export handling, import clearance, duty, tax, and final delivery are included.
- Use the volumetric weight calculator when cargo is light but large.
- Compare the quote against the purchase term, such as EXW, FOB, DAP, or DDP.
- Ask what happens if customs asks for extra product information.
Do not compare only the price
Small importers should compare included services, excluded charges, route type, chargeable weight, customs handling, delivery scope, and exception support, not only the freight price. A cheaper quote can become expensive if it excludes local handling, duty, tax, storage, or delivery tasks.
FAQ
What should small importers prepare before asking for a freight quote?
Small importers should prepare cargo dimensions, gross weight, carton count, product name, cargo value, origin, destination, Incoterms, required delivery scope, and customs document status.
Should small importers compare only the freight price?
No. Small importers should compare included services, excluded charges, route type, chargeable weight, customs handling, delivery scope, and exception support, not only the freight price.
Which Ecloud Go tools help with quote preparation?
Ecloud Go provides cross-border shipping tools for volumetric weight calculation, customs readiness checks, Incoterms comparison, and shipment tracking update writing.