Shipping Mode | Small-volume exports, cost-sensitive cargo | LCL (Less-Than-Container Load): Consolidates shipments into a full container (Industry Standard) Express: Dedicated space for faster transit (Our Advanced) | ▲ Cost-Effective: LCL reduces per-unit costs for small shipments. ▲ Speed: Express offers 5–7 day delivery (Industry: 7–10 days). | LCL may require longer consolidation times. Express incurs premium pricing. |
Customs Clearance | Buyer-managed logistics | Buyer-Handled: Buyer assumes customs duties and documentation (Our Base) Seller-Handled: Full-service clearance (Industry Standard) | ▲ Cost Efficiency: No markup on customs fees. Simplifies seller’s operational burden. | Requires buyer expertise in destination customs regulations. Delays if buyer errors occur. |
Goods Type Compatibility | General consumer goods, non-hazardous items | General Non-Dangerous Goods: Supports everyday products (e.g., electronics, apparel) | Wider acceptance for common cargo types. Avoids hazardous material compliance costs. | Excludes specialized cargo (e.g., perishables, explosives). Limited to standard packaging. |
Shipment Origin/Destination | China → Taiwan cross-strait logistics | China Origin, Taiwan Destination: Direct LCL/Express routes with customs familiarity | Optimized routing for frequent China-Taiwan trade. ▲ Local Expertise: Streamlined customs processes in Taiwan. | Limited to specific origin/destination pairs. No support for global routes. |
Cost Structure | Budget-conscious SMEs, startups | LCL: Fixed rates based on CBM (Industry Standard) Express: Flat fee with guaranteed delivery (Our Advanced) | ▲ Predictable Pricing: No hidden fees in Express. LCL scales cost with shipment size. | Express may exceed budget for non-urgent shipments. LCL lacks delivery guarantees. |
Tracking & Documentation | Real-time monitoring required | LCL: Basic tracking via container ID (Industry Standard) Express: GPS-enabled, real-time updates (Our Advanced) | ▲ Transparency: Express provides granular shipment tracking. Simplified documentation for LCL. | LCL tracking lacks granular updates. Express requires digital literacy for tools. |