Why Does Shipping from China to the U.S. Take 12β15 Business Days?

At LashMuse, we ship all of our products directly from our factory in China. This helps us reduce unnecessary middlemen and keep prices affordable for our customers. However, international shipping involves multiple steps and agencies, which is why delivery takes 12 to 15 business days on average.
Hereβs a breakdown of the standard shipping timeline:
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Order Processing & Packaging (1β2 business days):
Once you place an order, we quickly prepare and package your items at our China warehouse. -
Chinese Customs Clearance (approx. 3 business days):
Your package goes through export customs in China. This step includes inspection and approval by authorities. -
Air Transportation to the U.S. (approx. 3 business days):
The package is shipped by air to the United States. -
U.S. Customs Clearance (3β5 business days):
Once your package arrives in the U.S., it is processed by customs. Clearance times vary and may take longer during peak seasons. -
Final Delivery (3β5 business days):
After customs clearance, your package is handed over to a local carrier (such as USPS, UPS, or FedEx) and delivered to your doorstep.
Total Estimated Delivery Time:
π 12β15 business days (excluding weekends and holidays)
Note:
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Remote U.S. areas or APO/FPO military addresses may not be serviceable at this time.
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Unexpected delays (e.g., weather, customs inspection) may occur occasionally, but we do our best to ensure timely delivery.
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