FOB Shantou vs FOB Shenzhen: Port Comparison for Toy Importers

Shantou port sits 30 minutes from the Chenghai toy district, which keeps inland trucking costs near zero for factory-direct orders. Shenzhen (Yantian) offers more weekly sailings to Europe, North America and the Middle East, and stronger capacity during peak season.

Rule of thumb: LCL and trial orders ship cleaner via Shenzhen; full containers of bulky plush or outdoor toys usually price better ex-Shantou. We quote both routings on request — most buyers save 3–5% by letting us choose per shipment.