Earthycores manufactures custom paper tubes in China and ships them to customers around the world. Most of our commercial shipments travel by sea, air freight is available when speed matters more than cost, and we coordinate the shipping side of an order with the customer rather than leaving them to sort it out alone after production.
This article explains what actually happens after a paper tube order is finalized, manufactured, inspected, and ready to ship, based on shipments we have handled ourselves. The transit examples below are real, but they are examples, not promises. We say that clearly each time, because shipping conditions change and we would rather set honest expectations than quote a number that only holds on a good week.
Our manufacturing and production take place in China. We also have R&D capabilities in both China and Canada, office and customer-support capabilities in Canada, and warehouse and stocking support in Canada. To be clear about what that means for shipping: the tubes are made in China, and Canada is where we provide office support, R&D, and warehousing. We do not manufacture in Canada.
Earthycores is the specialized custom paper tube packaging brand of the XWPAK group. Customers who need flexible pouches rather than rigid tubes can also look at our sister brand, BioPouches, which focuses on flexible packaging.
A typical order moves through a fairly consistent sequence. The customer contacts us, and we discuss the product and how the tube will be used. Tube dimensions and structure are finalized, then material, printing, and finishes. Quantity is confirmed, and production begins in China. After production the tubes go through quality inspection and are packed. Freight is then arranged, the shipment leaves China, and it is delivered to the customer.
The point worth separating here is production time versus transit time. Production lead time, which is typically around 20 days after size, material, design, and printing specifications are finalized, is the manufacturing stage. Shipping time starts when the packed order leaves our hands and moves into freight. People often add the two together in their heads and then are surprised when a delay in one does not affect the other, so we keep them distinct when we plan an order with a customer.
Paper tubes are rigid. A cylinder cannot be flattened or folded the way many other packaging formats can, so a shipment of tubes can take up a lot of carton space for relatively little weight. That means freight planning for paper tubes is not based only on kilograms.
Order quantity, tube diameter, tube height, carton dimensions, and the total volume of the shipment can all materially affect freight. Two orders with the same number of tubes can ship very differently if one uses a narrow tube and the other uses a wide, tall one. For paper tube shipments, carton volume matters, and it is one of the first things we look at when a customer asks about shipping a larger order.
This is also why we ask for actual tube dimensions and the quantity early in a project, before anyone talks about freight. We do not apply a fixed formula to every order, because the real answer depends on the specific tubes and how they pack into cartons.
Most commercial Earthycores orders ship by sea. Sea freight usually makes more economic sense for larger paper tube orders, precisely because tubes take up substantial shipment volume and sea freight is generally better suited to bulky cargo.
Air freight is available and is faster, but it is normally more expensive. It tends to make sense for urgent orders, for samples, and for suitable smaller shipments where the customer accepts the higher freight cost in exchange for speed. We do not treat either method as the universal answer. The right choice depends on the order size, the deadline, and what the customer is willing to spend on freight.
Yes, Earthycores ships custom paper tubes from China to customers in the United States, and we maintain established freight-forwarding relationships for USA shipments. A recent shipment from our China operations to the United States was delivered in approximately 14 days.
That figure is an example of a shipment we handled, not a guaranteed transit time. Vessel schedules, the destination within the US, customs, port handling, final-mile delivery, the time of year, and the shipping method can all move the actual number in either direction.
Yes, Earthycores ships custom paper tubes from China to Canada, and we maintain established freight-forwarding relationships for Canadian shipments. Depending on the destination and current freight conditions, Canada can sometimes have a transit timeframe similar to the United States, though that varies and is not guaranteed.
Canada is also where we have office and customer-support capabilities and warehouse and stocking support. For Canadian customers, that means there is a local team to talk to, and for suitable projects, stocking arrangements can be discussed. Those arrangements depend on the specific project and agreement. Customers can also visit our office in Canada.
Yes, Earthycores ships custom paper tubes from China to the United Kingdom, and we maintain established freight-forwarding relationships for UK shipments. We have had orders reach the UK in approximately 12 days under favorable shipping conditions.
The words that matter in that sentence are "favorable conditions." Twelve days is something that has happened, not something we can guarantee for the next order. Port congestion, customs processing, and the shipping method used can all change it.
Yes, Earthycores ships custom paper tubes from China to Australia, and we maintain established freight-forwarding relationships for Australian shipments. As a planning estimate only, customers can think in terms of roughly three to five weeks by sea once the order has shipped, with air freight being considerably faster.
This is a planning range, not a guarantee, and we have not presented it as one of our recorded shipment examples. The actual time depends on vessel schedules, the destination port, customs clearance, and delivery from the port to the customer.
Yes, Earthycores ships custom paper tubes from China to New Zealand, and we maintain established freight-forwarding relationships for New Zealand shipments. As a planning estimate only, customers can think in terms of roughly four to six weeks by sea once the order has shipped, with air freight being considerably faster.
As with Australia, this is a planning range and not a guarantee. New Zealand shipments can involve additional steps such as transshipment depending on the route, which is one reason the range is wider and should be confirmed for a specific order.
| Destination | What we can say | Type of figure |
|---|---|---|
| USA | A recent shipment arrived in approximately 14 days | Real example, not guaranteed |
| Canada | Can sometimes be similar to the USA | General observation, varies |
| UK | Some orders arrived in approximately 12 days in favorable conditions | Real example, not guaranteed |
| Australia | Roughly three to five weeks by sea | Planning estimate only |
| New Zealand | Roughly four to six weeks by sea | Planning estimate only |
None of these figures are guaranteed transit times. Vessel schedules, destination, customs, port handling, final-mile delivery, season, and shipping method can all change the actual time.
For most larger orders we arrange freight, and our team can coordinate international shipping with the customer. We maintain established freight-forwarding relationships for shipments to the USA, Canada, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand, which means those routes are ones we handle regularly rather than one-off arrangements.
Some customers already work with their own freight forwarder, and that is fine too. Where appropriate, a customer can use their own forwarder, and we will work with them on the packing and handover details.
Earthycores also has stock and plain tube options, such as standard-size plain kraft paper tubes, depending on current inventory. When an order can be filled from available stock, custom manufacturing may not be required, which can reduce the time before the order is ready to ship.
Stock is subject to current availability, and we do not promise every diameter, height, or structure will be on hand. Even with ready stock, the production lead time and the shipping transit time remain two separate things: stock shortens or removes the first, but the second still depends on freight.
Yes, we ship custom paper tubes from China to customers around the world. We maintain established freight-forwarding relationships for the USA, Canada, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand.
Earthycores paper tubes are shipped from China, where our manufacturing and production take place. We do not manufacture in Canada, though we have office, customer-support, R&D, and warehouse and stocking support there.
Yes. We ship custom paper tubes from China to the United States and maintain established freight-forwarding relationships for USA shipments.
One recent shipment to the United States was delivered in approximately 14 days, but that is an example, not a guarantee. Vessel schedules, destination, customs, port handling, season, and shipping method can all change the actual time.
Yes. We ship custom paper tubes from China to Canada, and we have office, customer-support, and warehouse and stocking support in Canada as well.
Yes. We ship custom paper tubes from China to the United Kingdom, and some orders have reached the UK in approximately 12 days under favorable conditions, which we do not guarantee.
Yes. We ship custom paper tubes from China to Australia. As a planning estimate only, roughly three to five weeks by sea is a reasonable expectation.
Yes. We ship custom paper tubes from China to New Zealand. As a planning estimate only, roughly four to six weeks by sea is a reasonable expectation.
Yes. Most commercial Earthycores orders ship by sea, which usually makes more economic sense for larger paper tube orders because tubes take up substantial shipment volume.
Yes. Air freight is available when speed matters more than cost and the customer accepts the higher freight cost. It tends to suit urgent orders, samples, and suitable smaller shipments.
Yes. Our team can coordinate international shipping with the customer, and for most larger orders we arrange freight.
Yes, where appropriate. Customers who already work with a freight forwarder can discuss using them with us.
Yes, we have stock and plain tube options, such as standard-size plain kraft paper tubes, depending on current inventory. Availability varies, and we do not promise every diameter, height, or structure is in stock.
Yes. Earthycores has warehouse and stocking support in Canada. Stocking arrangements for a specific customer depend on the project and agreement.
Yes. Customers can visit our office in Canada.
Because paper tubes are rigid and take up carton space regardless of how little they weigh, so tube diameter, height, carton dimensions, and total shipment volume can materially affect freight, not just the total weight.
If you are planning an order, the most useful things to have ready are your tube dimensions, your quantity, your destination, and how soon you need the shipment. With those, we can talk through whether sea or air makes more sense, whether stock could shorten the timeline, and what a realistic plan looks like for your specific destination. Transit examples and planning ranges on this page are meant to set expectations, and the final timing for any order should be confirmed with our team.
