Real numbers, not a guess — computed the same way our quote calculator prices your shipment: chargeable weight is the higher of actual weight or volumetric weight (L × W × H in cm ÷ 5000 for air), and every air shipment is billed for at least 2.5 kg.
An action camera + accessories
Action camera, mounts, memory cards
25 x 18 x 10 cm box, ~0.7 kg actual weight → chargeable weight 2.5 kg at $17.99/kg
$44.97 by air
Gold member: $40.48 · Platinum member: $38.23
A smartwatch
Smartwatch + charger, small box
12 x 10 x 6 cm box, ~0.15 kg actual weight → chargeable weight 2.5 kg at $17.99/kg
$44.97 by air
Gold member: $40.48 · Platinum member: $38.23
A box of baby gear & toys
20" x 16" x 16" box — baby clothes, toys, feeding items
3.0 cubic feet at $30.00/cuft (minimum charge $150.00)
$150.00 by ocean
Gold member: $135.00 · Platinum member: $127.50
Notice the a smartwatch costs the same as an action camera + accessories — both fall under the 2.5 kg minimum. If you're shipping several small items (a couple of gadgets, some accessories, a few gifts), it almost always costs the same or less to consolidate them into one box rather than sending them separately, since each individual air shipment is billed for at least 2.5 kg regardless of actual weight.
Today, I went for an Ocean Cargo pickup in McKinney, Texas. The zip code is 75071. It is crazy just how big Dallas-Fort Worth is, because from zip code 75072 to zip code 75071, where I was doing this pick up, it was quite a distance.
From here, the next pickup is in Fort Worth, Texas, and from my GPS, I'm looking at 78 miles one way. That's the reality of the DFW metroplex - it's massive, and we cover all of it for our ocean shipping customers.
Our pickup routes span the entire DFW metroplex. Here are some real distances we cover:
If you prefer, you can always drop off your ocean shipment for free at our Carrollton warehouse. Our address is 2120 Hutton Drive, Suite 300, Carrollton, TX 75006. This is the most cost-effective option for DFW residents.
Houston has one of the largest Kenyan communities in Texas, and we regularly serve Houston customers. While our warehouse is in the DFW area, we understand the importance of serving the Houston Kenyan community as well.
Pickup service is specifically for ocean freight because ocean shipments tend to be large, bulky, and difficult to transport via regular carriers. Air shipping items are smaller and can easily be shipped via UPS, FedEx, or USPS to our warehouse.
Yes! Kentex Cargo offers ocean cargo pickup throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, including areas like McKinney, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, and surrounding cities. Contact us to schedule a pickup.
Pickup fees vary depending on distance from our Carrollton warehouse. You can also drop off your items for free at our warehouse at 2120 Hutton Drive, Suite 300, Carrollton, TX 75006.
Yes! You can drop off your items at our Carrollton warehouse at no additional cost. Our warehouse is centrally located in the DFW metroplex for your convenience.
We regularly do pickups across the entire DFW metroplex. Some pickups can be over 70-80 miles one way, covering areas from McKinney to Fort Worth.
Yes, we also do pickups in the Houston area. Houston has a large Kenyan community and significant shipping demand to Kenya.