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China to Tanzania Sea Freight: Charges and Goods Classification
The shipping routes are mainly divided into: Sea Parcel Express / Sea Groupage (General Goods) / Sea Groupage (Textiles) / Sea Groupage (Special Cargo)
Sea Parcel Express — Sea Parcel Express
Charges rules
This route is designed to facilitate the rapid consolidation of small parcels and e-commerce packages while saving shipping costs. It is limited to packages smaller than 0.1 cubic meters. Pricing is based on weight, with a minimum order of 1 kg. Volumetric weight = length (cm) × width (cm) × height (cm) / 6000, whichever is greater.
Tips
This route is limited to general cargo only. Prohibited items such as batteries and liquids are not permitted.
General Goods — Sea Groupage (General Goods)
Charges rules
Charges are based on volume, with a minimum charge of 0.1 cubic meter. Heavy cargo is charged at $500 per ton, with a minimum charge of $40 per 20 kg. Any excess is charged at $0.5 per kilogram, whichever is greater.
Tips
This applies to general cargo only. The following categories apply:
- Bags
- Handbags, school bags, small wallets, women's bags, laptop bags, backpacks, suitcases, cosmetic bags, gift bags, SLR backpacks
- Toys
- Building blocks, dolls, picture books, storybooks, figurines, playing cards, Transformers, puzzles, balloons, strollers, masks, speakers (non-powered toys)
- Stationery
- Books, erasers, rulers, folders, staplers, hole punchers, tape, scissors, Post-it notes, invoice paper, gift boxes, stickers, hang tags, billboards
- Accessories
- Necklaces, pendants, earrings, bracelets, rings, anklets, wedding supplies, beads of various materials
- Alarm clocks
- Various non-powered alarm clocks
- Hardware
- Beds, mattresses, wallpaper, sofas, tables, chairs, benches, and other non-powered household items
- Powerful appliances
- Ice makers, refrigerators, rice cookers, televisions, packaging machines, compressors, sealing machines, and other items that require electrical power
- Electronic accessories
- Recorders, TV cables, monitors, computer keyboards, chargers, routers, LED lights, audio cables, radiators, head massagers, selfie sticks, and power sockets
- Car accessories
- Tripods, sun visors, reflective stickers, car stereos, car floor mats, car covers, steering wheel covers, seat covers, etc. (separate from auto parts)
- Shoes
- Leather shoes, sneakers, cloth shoes, high heels, sandals; all shoes are limited to 250 pairs per cubic meter (excess quantities charged RMB 5 per pair)
- Shoe materials
- Molded fabrics, linings, waterproof soles, midsoles, heels, leather, and shoe molds
- Machinery
- Ice makers, refrigerators, rice cookers, televisions, packaging machines, compressors, sealing machines, and other items that require electrical power
Textiles Goods — Sea Groupage (Textiles)
Charges rules
Charges are based on volume, with a minimum order of 0.1 cubic meter. Heavy cargo is charged at $500 per ton, with a minimum order of $40 per 20 kg. Any excess is charged at $0.5 per kilogram, whichever is greater.
Tips
Customs duties for textile goods vary at the port of destination. This route supports textiles (such as clothing, fabrics, socks, woven fabrics, clothing accessories, hats, etc.). The cargo categories are as follows:
- Clothing
- Wedding dresses, short-sleeved shirts, vests, leather jackets, shawls, sweaters, swimsuits, evening gowns, lingerie, ethnic costumes, suits
- Pants
- Dress pants, leather pants, shorts, underwear, skirts, leggings, capri pants
- Fabric
- Bed sheets, quilts, bath towels, unformed bulk fabric
- Hosiery
- Cotton socks, leggings, stockings, and other types of hosiery
- Unclassified textiles
- Headbands, towels, scarves, handkerchiefs, sanitary napkins, and other unclassified textiles
- Accessories
- Bow ties, belts, waistbands, neckties, shoelaces
- Hats
- Fiber wigs, knit hats, baseball caps, sun hats, tennis hats, cowboy hats, bucket hats, hard hats, peaked caps, and other hats (straw hats are protected by the Ministry of Agriculture; inquire separately)
- Compressed packaging
- If you require warehouse packaging for clothing, please contact the warehouse for packaging prices. Shipping for compressed packaging will be an additional $20 per package.
Special Goods — Sea Groupage (Special Cargo)
Charges rules
Charges are based on volume, with a minimum order of 0.1 cubic meter. Heavy cargo is charged at $500 per ton, with a minimum order of $40 per 20 kg. Any excess is charged at $0.5 per kilogram, whichever is greater.
Tips
Special cargo routes are available for food, seasonings, internal electrical products, auto parts, and motorcycle parts. For sensitive items (such as health supplements, oral liquids, slimming teas, slimming capsules, engines, mobile phones, laptops, pure batteries, storage batteries, power banks, scooters, electric vehicles, and other high-power pure batteries), please consult with customer service before shipping. Cargo categories are as follows:
- Food
- Tea leaves, bean curd sheets, dried rice noodles, instant noodles, snail noodles, milk tea powder, snacks, beverages, and other food powders (prohibited items; limited to single-time delivery in separate cabinets)
- Seasonings
- Sichuan peppercorns, peppercorns, chili peppers, star anise, bay leaves, cinnamon, soy sauce, aged vinegar, and other seasonings (prohibited items; limited to single-time delivery in separate cabinets)
- Liquids
- Shampoo, shower gel, conditioner, nail polish, facial masks, lipstick, and other cosmetic liquids (minimum purchase of one cubic meter for liquids)
- Electronic products
- Walkie-talkies, Bluetooth headsets, adult products, and other products with built-in batteries (drones are not accepted)
- Auto parts
- Bumpers, engines, air filters, oil filters, cabs, front bumpers, tires, seats, tire film, rearview mirrors, parking sensors, and other auto parts
Warm Tips
- The website shipping rates include international shipping costs and port taxes for different product categories. Any high customs duties resulting from customs inspections will be levied at the port of destination.
- Value-added services such as consolidation, inspection, insurance, packaging reinforcement, and special cargo handling fees are subject to additional charges.
- Sensitive goods: health supplements, oral liquids, slimming teas, slimming capsules, motors, mobile phones, laptops, pure batteries, storage batteries, power banks, balance bikes, electric vehicles, and other high-power pure batteries — please contact our salesperson for pricing confirmation.
- Upon receipt, we only inspect the outer packaging. We recommend reinforced packaging for fragile items. We will not compensate for damage during transportation. Compensation for goods detained by customs or lost at the warehouse will be based on the value of the goods, not exceeding twice the shipping cost.
- Before picking up goods at the destination pickup point, please confirm with the destination staff before signing. You may also arrange for someone to pick up the goods on your behalf. Once the goods leave the warehouse, all transportation risks are the sole responsibility of the customer.
- We offer door-to-door delivery. Please contact our salesperson for delivery fees. Delivery is not available to destinations located within military camps, airports, bonded areas, hospitals, prisons, outlying islands, or deep in orchards (mountains).
- For insurance services, please refer to the insurance claims rules.