Cutlery from Jieyang, Guangdong ships mainly through Shenzhen, Guangzhou or Shantou port by sea in FCL or LCL, under FOB, CIF or DDP terms for selected destinations. Ghana is served through Tema and Togo through Lome. Landlocked Mali is normally routed through Dakar or Abidjan with onward overland transport. Buyers inspecting the factory first fly into Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA).
Shipping routes at a glance
| Item | Options |
|---|---|
| Loading ports | Shenzhen / Guangzhou / Shantou |
| Mode | Sea freight (FCL or LCL), air freight, express (DHL / FedEx / UPS) |
| Trade terms | FOB Shenzhen / Guangzhou, CIF, DDP for selected destinations |
| Insurance | All-risk marine insurance available |
| West Africa gateways | Tema (Ghana), Lome (Togo); Dakar or Abidjan for inland West Africa |
For Ghana and Togo, cargo discharges at a coastal port and clears locally. For landlocked Mali, the container is discharged at Dakar (Senegal) or Abidjan (Cote d’Ivoire) and moves on by road or rail — this is why the destination country matters as much as the port when the packing plan is drawn up.
What to settle before the goods are booked
- Specification — set composition, steel grade, thickness or weight, finish, solid or hollow handle, and packaging. Two sets can look identical in a photo and be completely different products in the hand.
- Packing plan — carton size, sets per carton and gross weight are confirmed per order against your quantity and destination.
- Samples — samples are available on request and refundable on bulk orders.
- Inspection — every order goes through sample confirmation and pre-shipment inspection; third-party testing can be arranged on request.
Visiting the factory
DINGYONG is based in Jiedong District, Jieyang, Guangdong. The nearest airport is Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA), roughly 30 minutes away; Jieyang high-speed rail station is about 10 minutes away. See Visit Our Factory for routes from Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Yiwu and for the free pickup arrangement.
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Questions buyers also ask
Which ports serve landlocked markets such as Mali?
Mali has no seaport. Shipments normally land at Dakar in Senegal or Abidjan in Cote d'Ivoire and continue overland. We confirm the routing with your forwarder against your destination and order volume.
Can I visit the factory before placing an order?
Yes. The nearest airport is Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA), about 30 minutes from the factory, and we arrange free pickup from the airport or Jieyang station. A live video inspection is an alternative if you cannot travel.