WH-SORWarehousing & WarehouseNegotiable
Cargo Sorting / Grading / Quality Inspection Fee
Charged for sorting mixed cargo by SKU, grade, size, color, or destination. Includes quality inspection (checking for defects, broken packaging, or incorrect items) before outbound dispatch.
Per Volume
Category:Basic Shipping FeeChina Export Local ChargesDestination Import Charges
Applies to:
FCLLCLAirRailCourierRoadFBAAs Request
Typical Cost Range
$3–$40
per CBM
$3-$20 per CBM sorted. Quality inspection: $5-$30 per 100 units inspected.
Who Pays?
Shipper (When CIF, DAP)
Consignee (When EXW, FOB)
Negotiability
Negotiable — discuss with your freight forwarder.
Sorting fees are negotiable for high-volume operations. Proper pre-sorting at origin reduces or eliminates this fee.
Adjustment Frequency
MonthlyWeeklyFixed
Current rate reviewed: Per shipment
Chargeable Unit
Per CBM
Formula / Calculation
WH-SOR = Sorting Fee per CBM Sorted or per 100 Units Inspectedsortinggradingquality inspectionwarehouse
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need sorting at the warehouse?
Mixed cargo (multi-SKU pallets, mixed-grade goods) needs sorting before shipping to individual stores or customers.
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