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For platforms like Shopee, many online retailers may lack international shipping options, and when available, shipping individual packages to countries like the US can incur exorbitant costs, posing a significant challenge for customers seeking global delivery services.
Shopee is a popular e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia that offers a wide range of products, including electronics, fashion, beauty, home appliances, and more. However, Shopee does not directly ship to the USA. But don’t worry, there’s a simple process to get your Shopee orders shipped to the USA. This guide will walk you through the steps.
Shopee in Philippines as platform
Shopee is a leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia, including the Philippines. It offers a wide range of products from various categories such as fashion, beauty, electronics, groceries, and more. Shopee provides a convenient and seamless shopping experience to users, with strong payment and logistical support2. It also offers promos, vouchers, and free shipping on selected items from Shopee Mall and other sellers. The platform is accessible via a web browser or through the Shopee app, which is available for download on the Google Play Store.
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Shopee data
According to Shopee data (from a survey of over 3,000 local Shopee users in early 2022), 42% of Filipino Shopee users are attracted to promotional prices and best deals. Of these, 71% are women between the ages of 18 and 35. These are the online shoppers who are patient enough to do a little research on the products and options available before ordering online. Shopee enjoys the lead in online shopping in the country and has become a popular household name. He has also developed strong bonds and relationships with local e-commerce customers, leading him to identify and categorize the key types of Filipino online buyers that international online sellers should know about.
How to Ship Shoppee items from the Philippines
Shipping items from Shopee Philippines using Ex-works Cargo Services Inc. is a common method for international buyers (especially those in the USA) who want to purchase local Filipino goods that Shopee doesn’t ship globally.
Since Ex-works Cargo is not a built-in “Shopee-Supported Logistics” partner like J&T or SPX, you essentially use them as a package forwarder. Here is the step-by-step process:
- Coordinate with Ex-works Cargo
Before placing your Shopee order, contact Ex-works Cargo to get their specific warehouse address in the Philippines. This address will serve as your “local” delivery point.
- Set the Delivery Address on Shopee
In your Shopee account settings, add a new delivery address using the details provided by Ex-works.
- Recipient Name: Your Name + (any unique Account ID they give you).
- Address: The Ex-works warehouse address in the Philippines.
- Phone Number: Usually the warehouse contact person’s number.
- Place Your Order
Shop on Shopee Philippines as usual. At checkout, ensure the Ex-works warehouse address is selected. The Shopee seller will ship the item locally to Ex-works using standard couriers (like Flash Express or SPX).
- Notify Ex-works Cargo
Once you receive the tracking number from Shopee, send it to Ex-works. This helps them identify your package when it arrives at their facility.
- Consolidation: If you are buying from multiple sellers, you can ask them to hold and consolidate your items into one box to save on international shipping costs.
- International Shipping and Customs
Once Ex-works receives your items, they will:
- Measure and weigh the final package.
- Provide you with a quote for international shipping (Sea or Air freight).
- Handle the Customs Brokerage and documentation required for export.
- Payment and Tracking
After you pay their shipping invoice, they will dispatch the cargo to your final international destination (e.g., the USA). They will provide a new tracking number so you can monitor the shipment until it reaches your doorstep or at port as applicable.
Shipping your Shopee items to the USA
Ex-Works is your solution for global shipping needs, whether destined for the United States or any other corner of the globe. You have the flexibility to route items purchased from Shopee Philippines, a US-based store, to the physical address provided by Ex-Works. Upon their arrival, the carrier manages your packages and notifies you promptly. Whether from the same or different online retailers, you can send multiple packages to Ex-Works, who can consolidate them into a single shipment bound for the US, if preferred. By consolidating shipments, you stand to save up to 80% on international shipping expenses. This process outlines the steps to follow if you reside outside the US and desire delivery of your Shopee Philippines purchases to any US state.
Frequently
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While food delivery often gets a bad rap for being unhealthy, there are ways it can offer health benefits:
- Access to healthier options: Many food delivery platforms now partner with restaurants that offer healthy, fresh, and organic meal options, such as salads, low-calorie meals, or plant-based dishes.
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- Avoiding restaurant markups: In some cases, delivery can be cheaper than dining out at restaurants with high service or tip costs.
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- Preventing impulse buys: Food delivery services can offer fixed-price meals, which helps avoid overspending on groceries or unplanned restaurant visits.