International shoppers on LoongBuy often buy from multiple sellers. Combining these separate orders into a single parcel before shipping is a smart strategy to significantly reduce shipping costs. This guide walks you through the simple process of order consolidation.
Step 1: Utilize the Warehouse Holding Period
After your sellers ship items to the LoongBuy warehouse, they will be stored for a free holding period"My Warehouse"
Step 2: Initiate Parcel Consolidation
Inside your LoongBuy warehouse panel, select all the items or orders you wish to combine. Look for the button labeled "Combine Parcels""Consolidate".
During this step, you can often request additional services:
- Remove Retail Packaging:
- Basic Repacking:
- Simple Inspection:
- Basic Repacking:
Step 3: Understand Weight & Cost Calculation
Shipping costs are calculated based on the greater of the actual weight or the volumetric (dimensional) weight
Volumetric Weight Formula:
After consolidation, LoongBuy's system will show you the final, accurate weight and dimensions. The total shipping fee will be based on this consolidated parcel, which is almost always cheaper than shipping each item separately.
Step 4: Select Your Shipping Method
Once your combined parcel is ready, you will be presented with various international shipping options (e.g., ePacket, EMS, DHL, Sea Freight).
| Method | Best For | Consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Air Mail | Non-urgent, lightweight packages. | Slowest, often no tracking. |
| Standard Courier (ePacket, EMS) | Balancing cost & speed (1-3 weeks). | Good tracking, reliable. |
| Express (DHL, FedEx) | Urgent & valuable items. | Fast (3-7 days) but expensive. |
| Sea Freight | Very large, heavy shipments. | Very slow (30-60 days), cheapest for bulk. |
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Final Step: Pay & Ship!
After selecting your preferred shipping method and providing your destination address, simply pay the total shipping fee. LoongBuy will then process your consolidated parcel, and you'll receive a tracking number to monitor its journey to your doorstep.
By combining orders, you pay one base shipping fee instead of multiple, avoid duplicate handling charges, and potentially unlock cheaper per-kg rates for heavier parcels. Start consolidating and save today!