How to get an estimate

You can use the freight estimate calculator in Seller Center to see estimated shipping costs and delivery timelines before creating a shipment. 

The calculator will ask for: 

• Origin port
• Shipment type (FCL or LCL)
  • Container size and quantity (FCL)
  • Shipment volume and weight (LCL)
• Item size (sortable or non-sortable)
• Cargo ready date

Estimates are offered port-to-door for FCL, CFS-to-door for LCL or door-to-door for LCL (which includes origin pickup service), to a Walmart fulfillment center or transfer station. For a specific list of what is included and not included, see the Shipping charges, billing and payment guide. 

Volume and weight limits 

Volume and weight requirements by container: 

Many shipments don’t reach maximum container volume due to packaging and load efficiency. Some carriers may not accept containers loaded near maximum weight, which can affect routing options, pricing, or transit times.

Pricing changes between estimate and booking

Pricing may change between your estimate and booking due to updates in shipment details, carrier availability, or changes in shipping rates at the time of booking. 

Your shipment destination may also change between estimate and booking depending on the specific items and quantities you add to your booking, available capacity at the fulfillment center, which carriers are available, and which location can deliver orders fastest to your customers. 

Negotiated Rate Arrangement (NRA)

The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) regulates how ocean freight to the US can be sold. FMC requires that all freight pricing is agreed upon between the shipper and freight forwarder before the carrier can accept the shipment.
Once the shipment details are finalized, a Negotiated Rate Arrangement (NRA) is generated. This is what Walmart uses to confirm this agreement. You must review and accept the NRA before submitting your shipping plan, confirming that you agree to all rates and conditions. 

The NRA applies to all shipping plans linked to it. Once an NRA is created, there is limited ability to make changes. Typically, changes can't be made after the carrier accepts your cargo. Refer to the editing and canceling a shipment guide for more information.