When starting a business with Chinese goods, many people only focus on the product price while overlooking a more crucial factor: total logistics costs.

👉 Total logistics costs In reality, your profit does not come from a cheap purchase price but from: 👉 optimizing all import costs Without a clear understanding, you are likely to: - Incur inflated costs - Suffer losses without knowing why - Fail to compete This article from Laso Logistics will help you clearly understand the complete costs of importing goods from China to Vietnam. 📊 1. Product Base Price (COGS) This is the most fundamental cost: - Prices on Taobao, 1688 - Prices from Chinese factories 👉 Note: - Cheaper does not necessarily mean better - Quality inspection is required 🚚 2. China Domestic Shipping Fees After placing an order, goods will be transported from: 👉 Shop → China Warehouse This cost is typically: - 5–20 CNY/order - Depending on distance 🚛 3. China – Vietnam International Shipping Fees This is the most crucial cost in logistics. 👉 Including: - Cross-border transport - Transportation to Vietnam warehouse 💡 Common calculation methods: - Heavy goods → calculated by kg - Bulky goods → calculated by m³ 👉 Pricing depends on: - Cargo type - Weight/Volume - Shipping route 📄 4. Taxes and Customs Duties (for official imports) If you import through official channels, there will be: - Import duty - VAT - Customs clearance fees 👉 However: 👉 In exchange, you get: - Legal invoices - Long-term business stability ⚙️ 5. Logistics Service Fees If you use services like Laso Logistics, there will be: - Order processing fees - Shipping fees - Procedural support fees 👉 Benefits: - No manual work required - Reduced risks - Time savings 📊 Total Import Cost Calculation = ? 👉 Formula: Total Cost = Product Price + China Domestic Shipping + China – Vietnam Shipping + Taxes (if any) + Service Fees ⚠️ Mistakes that drive up costs Many beginners often: - Choose cheap but unreliable providers - Ignore bulky goods calculations - Misunderstand taxes - Fail to consolidate goods 👉 Consequences: - Inflated costs - Reduced profit margins 💡 How to optimize import costs 👉 Apply immediately: - Consolidate multiple orders - Choose the Lang Son route (fast + economical) - Partner with a reputable logistics provider - Optimize packaging 🚀 Optimal Solutions from Laso Logistics Laso Logistics helps you: ✔️ Transparent Quotations - Itemized details - No hidden costs ✔️ Optimized Shipping Costs - Selection of suitable routes - Maximum cost reduction ✔️ End-to-End Support - Sourcing/Ordering - Shipping - Customs ✔️ Fast Lead Times - 24–72 hours for China – Vietnam routes 📞 Contact Laso Logistics 👉 Free Consultation – Quick Quote in 5 Minutes 📞 Hotline: 0986 711 888 🌐 Website: logistics-laso.com 📍 Address: Phu Loc Urban Area, Dong Kinh Ward, Lang Son Province 👉 Send your order information for an accurate quote today