# BETTERluck Shipping: Guangzhou to South America Air & Sea Freight Services
Your trusted logistics partner for shipping from Guangzhou to South America, offering tailored air cargo, sea freight (LCL/FCL), and comprehensive transport solutions. Since 2007, BETTERluck Shipping (Guangzhou) Limited has delivered professional services with **cheapest prices**, **lowest costs**, and seamless support for "Made in China" cargo, connecting Guangzhou’s markets to South America efficiently.
## Key Transport Hubs: South America & Guangdong
### Major Airports in South America
South America’s primary air cargo hubs, facilitating global trade:
- **São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU, Brazil)** – The largest air cargo hub in South America, handling over 50% of the region’s international air freight.
- **Bogotá El Dorado International Airport (BOG, Colombia)** – A key gateway for Andean countries, with strong connections to Asia.
- **Lima Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM, Peru)** – Serves as a hub for Western South America, specializing in consumer goods and textiles.
- **Buenos Aires Ezeiza International Airport (EZE, Argentina)** – Argentina’s main air cargo port, linking to global markets.
- **Santiago International Airport (SCL, Chile)** – A strategic hub for Southern Cone trade, with growing cargo capacity.
### Major Seaports in South America
South America’s busiest seaports, critical for containerized trade:
- **Port of Santos (Brazil)** – Latin America’s largest container port, handling 30% of Brazil’s imports, including electronics and machinery.
- **Port of Callao (Peru)** – Peru’s primary port, serving mining and agricultural exports, with direct Asia routes.
- **Port of Guayaquil (Ecuador)** – A major hub for banana exports and consumer goods imports from Asia.
- **Port of Valparaíso (Chile)** – Chile’s leading port, specializing in wine, copper, and industrial imports.
- **Port of Buenos Aires (Argentina)** – Connects to the Río de la Plata basin, handling grains and manufactured goods.
### Guangdong’s Airports & Seaports
- **Airports**:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX)
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) – All with transit air cargo routes to South America’s top airports, via global hubs.
- **Seaports**:
- Guangzhou Port (Nansha Terminal)
- Shenzhen Port (Yantian, Shekou Terminals) – Major gateways with weekly sailings to South America’s East Coast (via Cape of Good Hope) and West Coast (via Panama Canal).
## Guangdong’s Wholesale Markets & Export Hubs
### Top Foreign Trade Wholesale Markets in Guangdong
We offer direct pickup from Guangzhou’s key sourcing hubs:
- Baiyun World Leather Market (leather goods & accessories)
- Baima Fashion Market (clothing, textiles, apparel)
- Sanyuanli General Merchandise Market (daily necessities, small commodities)
- Liwan Toy Market (toys, children’s products)
- Guangzhou Furniture Wholesale Market (furniture, home decor)
- Foshan Ceramics Wholesale Market (ceramic tiles, sanitary ware)
### Key Export Products by Guangdong Cities
- **Guangzhou**: Electronics, textiles, furniture, auto parts, lighting equipment.
- **Shenzhen**: Smartphones, semiconductors, tech gadgets, LED displays, drones.
- **Foshan**: Ceramics, home appliances (air conditioners, refrigerators), furniture.
- **Dongguan**: Toys, footwear, electronics components, plastic products.
- **Zhuhai**: Medical devices, communication equipment, plastic molds.
- **Shantou**: Toys, textiles, light industrial goods (kitchenware, stationery).
- **Jiangmen**: Electrical appliances, metal products (stainless steel cookware).
## Flights from China/Hong Kong to South America
- **Direct flights**: Currently limited; most routes require transits via US, European, or Middle Eastern hubs:
- **Via Miami (USA)**: Guangzhou/Shenzhen → Miami (14-16 hours) → São Paulo/Bogotá (4-6 hours). Total: 24-30 hours.
- **Via Madrid (Spain)**: Hong Kong → Madrid (13-15 hours) → Buenos Aires/Santiago (9-11 hours). Total: 30-36 hours.
- **Via Dubai (UAE)**: Guangzhou → Dubai (8-10 hours) → São Paulo (14-16 hours). Total: 30-38 hours.
- Key airlines involved: Cathay Pacific (Hong Kong), China Southern (Guangzhou), LATAM Airlines, and Avianca.
## Container Liners from Guangzhou to South America
- **Key carriers**: Maersk, CMA CGM, MSC, Cosco Shipping, and Hapag-Lloyd operate regular services.
- **Transit times** (varies by coast):
- **East Coast (Santos, Buenos Aires)**: 35-45 days from Guangzhou/Shenzhen via Cape of Good Hope.
- **West Coast (Callao, Guayaquil)**: 25-35 days via Panama Canal.
- **Services**: LCL (consolidated cargo) for small shipments, FCL (20ft/40ft containers) for bulk goods, and refrigerated containers for perishables.
## South America’s Top Imports from China
China is a major supplier to South America, with key imports including:
- **Electronics**: Smartphones, TVs, home appliances, and industrial components.
- **Machinery & equipment**: Agricultural machinery (tractors, harvesters), construction tools, and factory equipment.
- **Textiles & apparel**: Fabrics, clothing, footwear, and home textiles (sourced from Guangzhou’s markets).
- **Construction materials**: Cement, steel, ceramics, and hardware (supporting infrastructure growth).
- **Consumer goods**: Toys, furniture, and daily necessities (meeting rising middle-class demand).
- **Vehicles & auto parts**: Cars, motorcycles, and spare parts (supplementing local automotive sectors).
## South America Customs Clearance: General Requirements
### Key Documents (varies by country, but typical):
- Commercial invoice (in Spanish/Portuguese/English, with HS codes, values, and detailed product descriptions).
- Packing list (itemized by package, including weights, dimensions, and material composition).
- Bill of lading (sea freight) or air waybill (air freight) with consignee details.
- **Certificate of Origin (CO)**: Mandatory for tariff assessment; preferential rates apply under China-Mercosur or bilateral agreements.
- Import license (required by most countries for regulated goods like pharmaceuticals and electronics).
- Sanitary/phytosanitary certificates (for food, cosmetics, and agricultural products).
### Import Duties in South America
Tariffs vary widely by country and product:
- **Brazil**: 10-35% (electronics 15-20%, textiles 20-30%).
- **Argentina**: 15-30% (machinery 15%, consumer goods 25-30%).
- **Chile**: 6% flat rate for most goods (with exceptions for luxury items).
- **Peru**: 0-20% (essential goods 0-5%, industrial equipment 10-15%).
- **Colombia**: 5-35% (textiles 15-20%, electronics 10-15%).
### Certification Requirements
- **Electrical goods**: Must comply with local standards (e.g., INMETRO in Brazil, IRAM in Argentina).
- **Toys & children’s products**: Safety certifications (e.g., Brazilian NBR standards, Chilean INN standards).
- **Textiles & apparel**: Country of origin labeling and fiber content declarations.
## Payment & Insurance
- **Accepted currencies**: Via XTransfer, we support: US Dollar, Brazilian Real, Argentine Peso, Chilean Peso, Chinese Yuan, Euro, and Hong Kong Dollar, among others.
- **Insurance**: All shipments are insured by Ping An Insurance, covering loss, damage, and transit risks.
## Our Services from Guangzhou to South America
- **Flexible transport**: Air cargo (urgent goods, 7-10 days), sea freight (cost-effective bulk, 25-45 days), and door-to-door delivery.
- **Local support**: Pickup from Guangzhou factories, wholesale markets, or hotels; warehouse loading, packaging, and documentation assistance.
- **Customs expertise**: Authorized agent for DHL, FedEx, UPS, and EMS; support with CO issuance and compliance checks for local regulations.
## Contact Us
- **WeChat, WhatsApp & Cell Phone**: +86-18898403007
- **Email**: sales8@blshipping.com
- **Website**: www.blshipping.com
- **Address**: Room 607-608, Talent Building, No.1 Yichuang Street, Huangpu District, Guangzhou City, China | Post Code: 510555
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