Shipping costs can quickly turn a great deal into a mediocre one. With Hoobuy, the solution is powerful yet simple: package consolidation. This guide will walk you through how to merge multiple parcels into one shipment to drastically reduce your international shipping fees.
Why Consolidate with Hoobuy?
When you shop from multiple Chinese online sellers, each item typically ships in its own small package to Hoobuy's warehouse. Shipping these individually is costly because:
- You pay a base fee per package, not just per weight.
- Lightweight items are charged disproportionately for dimensional weight.
- Multiple tracking numbers and handlings increase overall logistics costs.
Consolidation combines these separate parcels into one single, optimized shipment. This means you only pay one base shipping fee and often benefit from lower per-kilogram rates for larger packages.
How to Combine Parcels Before Checkout: A Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Shop and Use Your Hoobuy Address
Shop on platforms like Taobao, 1688, or Tmall, and have all your items sent to your unique Hoobuy warehouse address
Step 2: Wait for Arrival at the Warehouse
Once your sellers ship the items, they will arrive at the Hoobuy warehouse over several days. You can track all incoming parcels in your "My Warehouse"
Step 3: Initiate Parcel Consolidation
Once all desired items have arrived (or when you're ready to ship), go to your warehouse page. Here you will see a list of all your stored packages. Select the checkboxes next to all the parcels you wish to combine into one shipment.
Look for and click the button labeled "Consolidate Parcels""Combine into One Package".
Step 4: Review and Confirm the Consolidation
Hoobuy's system will process your request. You will see a new, virtual "consolidated package" with:
- Total Combined Weight & Volume:
- Itemized List:
- Repackaging Option:remove original retail boxes
- Itemized List:
Confirm the consolidation. Hoobuy's staff will physically repack the items into one box.
Step 5: Choose Shipping Method & Checkout
After consolidation, proceed to shipping. You will now see shipping quotes for a single package. Compare rates from different carriers (like DHL, UPS, Sea Freight). You'll immediately notice the cost is significantly lower
Pay for the consolidated shipment, and Hoobuy will dispatch your single, efficient package internationally.
Pro Tips for Maximum Savings
- Strategic Timing:
- Declutter Packaging:
- Consolidate Smartly:
- Compare Carrier Options:
- Declutter Packaging:
Conclusion
Hoobuy's package consolidation service is not just a feature—it's an essential strategyConsolidate, then ship.