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Bonded Warehouse Services
Hold on to your cash longer
3PL bonded warehouse services allow companies to defer duty payments and taxes associated with global trade. Dimerco foreign trade zone warehouses and bonded logistics centers throughout China and Southeast Asia help you hold on to your cash until goods are officially imported or exported.
Our facilities serve as duty-deferral warehouses, giving you greater control over cash flow and import timing.
Lower Shipping Costs
Consolidate exports from multiple suppliers.
Simplify Cross-Border Shipping
Use our compliance expertise to manage complex regulatory requirements.
Enhance Cash Flow
Defer duties until items are shipped out using a bonded warehouse strategy tailored to your supply chain.
Bonded Warehouse Services
Import Warehouse Services
Global suppliers of China-based manufacturers can bring goods into China and store them at a Dimerco bonded warehouse for later distribution to the end customer. Duties and taxes are deferred until items are shipped to the factory.
Export Warehouse Services
Companies outside China that purchase items from multiple suppliers in China can bring them into a Dimerco bonded logistics center to prepare them for export without paying duty. Qualified Chinese suppliers may be eligible for an export VAT refund once goods enter the park.
New eCommerce Bonded Logistics Center (BLC) in Indonesia
The new facility supports domestic eCommerce deliveries in one to three days compared to direct B2C deliveries of 14 days. Products shipped to the Dimerco BLC in Indonesia achieve faster customs clearance and avoid payment of duty and tax in advance – giving you a major cash flow advantage through a duty deferral warehouse model..
Related services: Warehousing & Distribution and Service Logistics.
Dimerco In Action
An American supermarket chain orders goods from several suppliers in China, with shipments to different distribution centers in the US. These suppliers ship to Dimerco’s bonded logistics center in Shanghai, where goods from each supplier are consolidated and prepared for shipment to each DC according to purchase order instructions. Suppliers can delay duty payments until items ship from the bonded logistics park. Also, by making a single declaration for the consolidated shipment instead of separate declarations from each supplier, shippers save time and money.
Why Dimerco?
Deep Knowledge of Duty and Tax Requirements in China and Southeast Asia
We can advise you on the type of bonded warehouse services or foreign trade zone warehouse needed (there are many) and the best strategy to preserve your cash while remaining compliant with required paperwork and tax and duty payments.
Dimerco’s experts can help you determine what types of services you need – there are differences in what value-added services can be performed in a facility without violating regulations.
Global Trade Support across Asia
Proven Experience
We manage bonded warehouses/FTZ solutions for some of the world’s largest technology companies.
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FAQs
What are bonded warehouse services?
Imported goods can be stored without paying duties or taxes until the goods are released for domestic use. These facilities are commonly used to improve cash flow while maintaining greater flexibility over inventory and distribution decisions.
How do bonded warehouses work?
Goods are stored under customs control while duties and taxes are deferred until they enter the local market. This allows companies to import inventory in advance and pay duties only when products are needed for manufacturing, distribution, or sale.
What are the benefits of using a bonded warehouse?
Deferred duty payments, improved cash flow, reduced upfront costs, and greater flexibility in managing inventory. Companies can also consolidate shipments from multiple suppliers while reducing working capital tied up in inventory.
What is the difference between a bonded warehouse and a foreign trade zone (FTZ)?
Both allow for duty deferral, but a foreign trade zone warehouse often offers more flexibility for processing and manufacturing activities. Bonded warehouses are typically used for storage, while FTZs may allow value-added operations. An FTZ can support after-sales operations, such as returns and repairs.
When should a company use a bonded warehouse in China?
A bonded warehouse in China is ideal for sourcing from multiple suppliers, managing high-value inventory, and deferring import duties while maintaining flexibility in distribution.
What is a bonded logistics center?
A type of bonded facility that supports storage, consolidation, and export preparation without requiring payment of duties. It is commonly used in China and Southeast Asia for cross-border logistics efficiency.
Can bonded warehouse services help reduce costs?
Yes. By deferring duties and consolidating shipments, companies can lower upfront costs, reduce administrative complexity, and improve overall supply chain efficiency. Users can reduce inventory levels and transportation costs while still meeting delivery commitments.
How do bonded warehouses support eCommerce operations?
Bonded facilities, such as a bonded logistics center in Indonesia, allow eCommerce companies to store inventory closer to customers, speed up delivery times, and avoid paying duties until goods are sold.
Are bonded warehouse services compliant with customs regulations?
Yes. Bonded warehouses operate under strict customs supervision. Providers like Dimerco ensure compliance with local regulations, documentation requirements, and duty reporting across China and Southeast Asia.
What types of goods can be stored in a bonded warehouse?
Most imported goods, including electronics, consumer goods, and industrial components, can be stored in a bonded warehouse However, certain regulated or restricted items may require special approvals depending on the country.
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