Placing a large order but need some items sooner? LoongBuy's partial shipment service allows you to receive available products without waiting for your entire order to be complete. This guide walks you through the request process, cost calculations, and how to manage your split deliveries.
What is a Partial Shipment?
A partial shipment lets you split a single order into multiple deliveries. Items ready in the warehouse can be shipped immediately, while others are held until they arrive or are ready to dispatch. This is ideal for:
- Pre-ordering or waiting for new stock releases.
- Items with different preparation or production times.
- Managing cash flow or storage space by receiving goods in batches.
How to Request a Partial Shipment
Follow these steps to arrange a split delivery for your LoongBuy order:
- Contact Customer Service:
- Confirm Warehouse Availability:
- Approve the Split:
- Pay for the First Shipment:
- Confirm Warehouse Availability:
Understanding Additional Costs
Splitting an order typically incurs extra costs. Here’s how it works:
- Increased Shipping Fees:
- Potential Re-Packaging Fee:
- No Extra Product Cost:
- Potential Re-Packaging Fee:
Pro Tip: Before requesting, ask our customer service for a fee estimate. This allows you to decide if the convenience is worth the additional cost.
Managing Tracking for Split Deliveries
When your order is split, tracking becomes slightly different but remains easy to manage.
- Separate Tracking Numbers:
- Updated Order Dashboard:LoongBuy account page. Each tracking number will clearly list the specific items included in that parcel.
- Notification:
Important Notes & Tips
- Warehouse Storage:
- Non-Splittable Items:
- Final Batch:
- Customer Service is Key:
- Non-Splittable Items:
Conclusion
LoongBuy's partial shipment service offers the flexibility to manage large orders effectively. By planning ahead, understanding the costs, and communicating clearly with our support team, you can optimize your delivery schedule and improve your sourcing workflow. Need to split an order? Contact our customer service team today!