International shopping is exciting, but shipping costs can add up quickly. If you've placed multiple orders through LoongBuy, a fantastic way to save money is to consolidate them into a single parcel before they are shipped to you. This process, known as warehouse consolidation or parcel combining, is both smart and efficient.
Why Combine Your Orders?
Combining multiple packages into one shipment offers significant benefits:
- Save on Shipping Costs:
- Reduce Overall Weight:
- Simplify Tracking:
- Potentially Lower Risk:
- Reduce Overall Weight:
Step-by-Step Guide to Consolidation on LoongBuy
Step 1: Utilize the Warehouse Waiting Period
After your sellers ship items, they will arrive at your designated LoongBuy warehouse. These items usually have a free storage period (e.g., 30-60 days). Use this time to let all your purchased items arrive at the warehouse.
Step 2: Access Your Parcel Center
Log into your LoongBuy account and navigate to "My Warehouse" or "Parcel Center." Here, you will see a list of all your arrived items, each in its own pending parcel.
Step 3: Select Items to Combine
Check the boxes next to the individual items or pending parcels you wish to combine into one shipment. LoongBuy's interface will have an option such as "Combine Parcels" or "Submit Consolidation."
Step 4: Review & Confirm Final Package Details
After selecting items, the system will guide you to a summary page. This is crucial for the next steps:
- Calculate Total Weight & Dimensions:volumetric weight
- Remove Excess Packaging:
- Declare Items & Value:
- Remove Excess Packaging:
Step 5: Choose the Best Delivery Method
Now, based on your new consolidated package details, LoongBuy will show you available shipping lines (e.g., Express, Economy Air, Sea Freight).
- Compare Prices & Speed:
- Consider Safety & Tracking:
- Check Restrictions:
- Consider Safety & Tracking:
Step 6: Pay and Ship
Once you've selected your shipping method and paid the consolidated shipping fee, LoongBuy's warehouse team will pack your items into one secure parcel and hand it over to the carrier. You'll receive a single tracking number to monitor its journey to your doorstep.
Pro Tips for Maximum Savings
- Plan Your Purchases:
- Balance Weight & Size:
- Insure Valuables:
- Balance Weight & Size: