Blind Shipping is a unique logistics arrangement that aims to hide information about the source or destination of goods in order to protect trade secrets in the supply chain. In this model, the identity of the sender or receiver remains anonymous to the other party. In some cases, both parties are unaware of each other’s information (i.e., double-blind Shipping). This shipping method protects the commercial interests of intermediaries by modifying the bill of lading (BOL) and Shipping label to ensure that the customer or supplier does not have direct access to the other party’s contact information.
Prevent customers from bypassing intermediaries and contacting suppliers directly so as to avoid profit loss.
Prevent competitors from obtaining supplier information and maintain competitive advantages in the market.
Retailers display products as private labels through blind shipping to enhance customer trust.
Suitable for shipping gifts or promotional items, hiding the source to highlight the brand image.
Directly ship from the supplier to the customer, reduce intermediate links, and lower logistics costs.
Suitable for direct sales models, no inventory management required, and improved operational efficiency.
Double-blind shipping ensures that neither the supplier nor the customer has access to the other’s information, preventing direct transactions.
Usually not, but it is essential to ensure that the bill of lading modification and coordination processes are completed efficiently.
It is suitable for most goods, but it is essential to pay attention to the shipping restrictions for unique goods (such as dangerous goods).
By working with a trusted freight forwarder and signing a confidentiality agreement to protect business information.
It is entirely legal, but you need to ensure that the shipping documents comply with the regulations of customs and carriers.
