SFC Express, also known as Send-From-China or SFC Service, is a China-based cross-border logistics provider focused on e-commerce shipping and order fulfillment. The company helps online sellers move small packages from China to international destinations using dedicated shipping lines, international express services and postal networks.
SFC combines logistics operations in China with international transportation and destination-country delivery partners. Its services are used for shipments from China to markets including Europe, North America, the Middle East, Australia and Southeast Asia. International packages may therefore pass through several transport stages before being handed to a local postal or express carrier for final delivery.
In addition to international shipping, SFC provides fulfillment services such as warehousing in China, inventory handling, picking and packing, order processing and shipping integration for e-commerce businesses. The available shipping method can vary according to the destination, package characteristics, required delivery speed and whether full Tracking is available for that service.
Because SFC uses different international routes and last-mile partners, two packages sent through SFC may follow different transportation networks even when they originate in China. For recipients, package tracking is therefore especially useful for following export processing, international transit, customs-related movements, destination arrival and eventual handoff to the local delivery company.
How to Track SFC packages
You can Track an SFC shipment on 4Tracking by entering the tracking number in the tracking field and starting the search. 4Tracking automatically checks the number against supported carriers and displays available shipment events, which is useful when an SFC package changes from the international transport stage to a local delivery carrier.
The first Tracking event may appear after the shipping label has been created. SFC states that tracking information continues to update while the shipment is in transit. A newly issued number may therefore show limited information at first, especially before the package has entered the physical transportation network.
For international shipments, SFC works with destination delivery providers. When the package reaches the destination country, the tracking history may identify a local carrier or provide a last-mile tracking number. If that happens, 4Tracking can help you continue following the package while the local carrier handles final delivery.
SFC tracking number formats
SFC does not publish one universal tracking-number pattern that applies to every shipping service. Its official systems support multiple logistics channels and partner carriers, so the format can depend on the route and service selected by the sender.
Official SFC API documentation includes tracking examples such as LO971629672CN and VR389128587YP, which use two letters, nine digits and a two-letter suffix. The documentation also shows longer alphanumeric examples such as UWQ817779901000930307. These examples demonstrate that SFC package tracking numbers can use different structures; they should not be treated as a complete list of every valid SFC format.
SFC systems may also contain internal order or AE identifiers that are different from the transport tracking number. If your order page displays several reference numbers, use the number specifically identified as the tracking number or waybill number when attempting to Track the shipment.
SFC delivery times
SFC delivery time depends on the shipping channel, destination, customs processing and the final-mile carrier. SFC's published worldwide shipping information lists general working-day ranges of approximately 3–20 working days for SFC dedicated lines, 3–6 working days for international express services and 7–20 working days for postal services.
More specific SFC route information shows how delivery estimates can vary by destination. Published examples include approximately 6–12 working days for certain European dedicated-line services, 9–15 working days for the United States, 6–8 working days for Australia, 12–15 working days for Mexico and 13–18 working days for Brazil. SFC also lists several Spain services with an estimated transit time of about 9–12 working days.
These periods are service estimates rather than guaranteed delivery dates. Customs inspections, flight availability, peak shopping periods, weather, destination-country processing and delays after handoff to the local carrier can extend the actual delivery time. The tracking history is usually the best indication of where the package currently is.
What to do when SFC Tracking has a problem
If your tracking number has just been created and no movement is visible, allow time for the package to be processed and scanned. SFC states that the first tracking event can appear when the SFC label is printed, with further updates added during transit.
If tracking stops after international departure, the shipment may still be moving between logistics facilities or waiting for a new scan. Once the package reaches its destination country, check whether the tracking information shows a local carrier or another tracking number, since international SFC shipments are delivered locally by destination delivery partners.
For shipment problems, SFC lists its customer-service email as cs.sfc@sfcservice.com. Its customer center also publishes the national service hotline 400-881-8106, with service hours listed as Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 18:00. When contacting support, provide the tracking number, order reference, destination country and a description of the problem so the shipment can be identified more easily.
If you purchased the item from an online marketplace or store rather than directly arranging transport with SFC, contacting the seller can also be useful because the sender normally has access to the original SFC shipping order and service details. If tracking confirms that a local carrier has already received the package, delivery questions such as local scheduling or final-mile attempts may need to be handled by that carrier.
Frequently asked questions about SFC package tracking issues
Why is my SFC tracking number not showing any information?
The shipping label may have been created before the package received its first physical processing scan. Check the number again later and make sure it was copied correctly. If no information appears after the shipment should have entered transit, contact the seller or SFC customer service.
Why has my SFC package stopped updating?
International packages can travel for a period without receiving a public tracking scan, particularly between export, air transport, customs and destination-carrier processing. A new update may appear when the package reaches the next logistics facility or is handed to the local carrier.
Can an SFC package receive another tracking number?
Yes. SFC's official systems support tracking numbers associated with different transportation and final-mile services. An international shipment may be linked to a destination-carrier number after handoff. If a second number appears in your tracking details, use it to follow the final delivery stage as well.
Who delivers SFC packages in the destination country?
SFC works with international and local delivery providers for overseas shipments. The exact final-mile carrier depends on the destination and shipping service chosen by the sender, so there is no single local carrier for every SFC package.
Can I change the delivery address after an SFC package has shipped?
SFC states that an address-change request may be possible for some shipping services, but it is not supported by every service and a requested change is not guaranteed. Contact the sender or SFC as early as possible if an address correction is required.
How long should I wait for an SFC package?
There is no single delivery time for all SFC shipments. Official service information shows ranges that differ according to the shipping channel and destination, from faster international express options to longer postal and dedicated-line services. Follow the latest Tracking events and the estimated service range for the specific route used.
What should I provide when contacting SFC about a delayed package?
Provide the complete tracking number, any SFC order reference available, the destination country, recipient information and a short description of the tracking issue. Screenshots or the date of the last tracking event can also help explain the problem.
Monthly Delivery Performance for SFC – August 2026
Our comprehensive monthly delivery report for SFC in August 2026 is based exclusively on shipments confirmed as delivered, detailing the fastest, average, and slowest transit times from origin to destination. Shipments still in transit are excluded to ensure accurate and reliable insights.
| From | To | Delivery Time |
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 CHNChina |  JPNJapan |
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| CHN China |  MEXMexico |
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| CHN China |  BRABrazil |
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| CHN China |  FRAFrance |
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| CHN China |  GBRUnited Kingdom |
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| CHN China |  ESPSpain |
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| CHN China |  DEUGermany |
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| CHN China |  POLPoland |
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| CHN China |  VNMVietnam |
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| CHN China |  SAUSaudi Arabia |
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