Lead times by sourcing class (A / B / C)
Each sourcing class has a different lead time — here's what to expect end-to-end.
| Class | Order to delivery | What that means |
|---|---|---|
| A · Ready to Ship | 2–5 business days | SA warehouse to your door |
| B · Direct Import | 25–45 days | China factory to your door, all-in |
| C · SA Drop-Ship | 5–10 business days | Local third-party supplier to your door |
Why Class B is longer
Class B includes 5–25 days production at the factory + 18–25 days sea freight + 3–7 days SARS clearance and last-mile. We bake all of that into the upper-bound figure on the product page.
What if it's late?
Trade Assurance covers late delivery — see How long does a Class B order take? for the SLA credit policy.