How to Ship Large Machinery from Taobao or 1688 to Taiwan
Large equipment process guide
A practical process for shipping commercial machines, studio equipment, and small production tools from Taobao, 1688, or Pinduoduo to Taiwan.
Which shipping method fits large machinery
Large machinery is usually better suited for sea freight because it is heavy, bulky, and often unsuitable for air freight. Sea freight takes longer but keeps cost more controllable.
Suitable items include commercial kitchen equipment, packaging machines, sealers, woodworking machinery, industrial sewing machines, small CNC equipment, display equipment, fitness equipment, and workbenches.
Details to confirm before ordering
Before ordering, confirm actual weight, carton dimensions, split shipments, and whether the machine contains batteries, oils, gas cylinders, powders, magnets, or restricted parts.
Send product links, specs, estimated weight, and dimensions to the consolidation team so they can confirm whether the item can be shipped and how Taiwan delivery should be arranged.
Packing, pricing, and arrival checks
Large machinery is commonly charged by the higher of actual weight or volume, with possible extra fees for wooden frames, oversized cargo, remote delivery, or handling.
If the machine is valuable or has painted metal, glass, touch panels, or precision parts, wooden-frame or wooden-crate packing is recommended. Photograph the carton, frame, labels, damage points, and unboxing before testing.
