Shipping Shampoo from Guangzhou/Shenzhen to Shymkent, Kazakhstan via Sea Freight (CIF)

Port of Arrival: Shymkent, Kazakhstan

Shymkent, located in southern Kazakhstan, is one of the country’s largest cities and serves as an important industrial and commercial center. Though it does not have its own seaport, Shymkent benefits from its proximity to the major Kazakh port of Aktau on the Caspian Sea. Goods arriving in Kazakhstan via sea freight typically go through Aktau Port, from where they are transported inland to Shymkent by road or rail.

The port facilities in Aktau handle a variety of cargo, including containerized goods. From Aktau, containers are moved to major inland hubs like Shymkent, which acts as a vital link for goods destined for Kazakhstan’s southern regions and nearby countries.

Shipping Options and Transit Time

1. Full Container Load (FCL)

   • If you are shipping a full container of shampoo, you can opt for either a 20ft or 40ft container.
   • 20ft container: Ideal for shipments that can fill a smaller space, such as smaller volumes of shampoo.
   • 40ft container: Suited for larger shipments, providing more space at a slightly higher cost.
   • The delivery time for a CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) shipment via FCL can take approximately 49 days, including the sea voyage from China to Kazakhstan.

2. Less Than Container Load (LCL)

   • If your shipment volume doesn’t justify a full container, LCL shipping is a cost-effective option. Your shampoo will be consolidated with other goods into a shared container, which can reduce overall shipping costs.
   • For LCL, the transit time is typically similar to FCL, around 49 days, though it can vary depending on the consolidation process.