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As one of the best freight forwarder from China to India, our dedicated team for India works 24/7 relentlessly to provide the best shipping experience to our clients in India.

We handle your goods with expert hands and offer the most cheap shipping from China to India.

We have an exclusive shipping offer for DDP, Consolidation shipping, Sea freight and Air freight door to door shipping from China to India.

You can receive your goods in 2-5 days using air freight and 13-35 days using sea freight. We also offer exclusive express shipping services from China to India. You will get less price for express shipping from us than the company itself.

We also offer a customs clearing service in India with our dedicated customs team. So, if you are planning on shipping from China to India, send us a message or ask for a quote now.

Advantages of Our Shipping from China to India

  • Focus on LCL Shipping from China to India.

  • Cheap Air & Sea freight from China to India, no additional charge, door to door delivery.

  • Door to Door one stop shipping, solving all your import custom clearance and duties for shipping to India.

  • 30 days Free warehousing for your consolidate shipping.

  • Arrange the pick up from any of your China supplier/manufacturer address.

  • Provide additional service including insurance, consolidation delivery to India.

  • Full online tracking for your shipment status.

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Shipping Services from China to India

Air freight China to India

Get long term relationships with famous Air Carrier like China Airline, HU Airlines, competitive air freight to India Airport with direct and in-direct air shipping service to meet your different delivery time request.

Sea freight China to India

Fast LCL sea freight Port to Port, Door-to-door and shipping from China to Port of  MUMBA, Chennai, NEW DELHI and etc, 15-30 days delivery. Lowest Ocean Freight rates in the market.

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Express shipping China to India

DHL, FedEx and UPS,  Fastest Express shipping from China to India. Provides efficient door-to-door delivery of express documents and parcels worldwide. Offer more than 30% discount price than direct Express company.

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Pick Up from China Manufacturers

Arrange the shipment pick up from your China Manufacturers from any city of the China from anytime to your destination in India.

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Import custom clearance to India

Product import custom and export custom clearance and duties service for the one stop shipping shipping from China to India.

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Insurance China to India

Provide high quality of insurance for shipping from China to India, especially suitalbe for high value goods Shipping by Sea or Air, insurance rate is as low as 3‰ of the goods commercial value, make you goods is fully protected.

Provide shipping solutions for General and Dangerous products

E-Cigarette

Led Bulb Lamps

Power Bank

If you are looking for the shipping agent from China to India, and have the shipment pickup to be done from china and delivering it to your destination address in India, our professional logistics team will do it for you. We offer the most competitive parcel delivery from China to India and in the least time. You can also follow your shipment status with the tracking number provided to you.

Want to get Shipping from China to Inida via air or sea fast door to port or door to door delivery? Request a quote today!

Below is the FAQ for Shipping to Inida

What is the shipping cost from China to India?

China to India shipping cost depends on the shipping method, types of goods, and the distances between ports. Express shipping cost is the highest and sea shipping cost is the lowest, contact us to find the best shipping cost to you.

How long does Shipping from China to India takes?

With sea freight, it takes around 12 to 35 days to ship from China to India. Air freight takes about 2 to 5 days and express shipping takes 1 to 3 days to ship from China to India.

What is the Cheapest shipping from China to India?

Sea freight is the cheapest shipping from China to India. LCL is cheaper for fewer products and FCL for bulk shipment from China to India.

Do I have to pay Vat and Customs duties in India?

You have to pay customs duties and VAT on top of that when shipping from China to India. The charges vary from product to product. So, it is better to know the charges before you ship or ask assistance from your freight forwarder.

Is there any hidden charges for the shipping to India?

There are no additional charges other than the regular payment for the shipping cost, but they will ask you to pay the customs duties and taxes as per India’s customs rules and regulations after your shipment arrives in India.

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Complete Guide-Shipping from China to India

India imported 78.88 billion worth of goods from China in 2021. Though the import-export business was affected some years ago for political and Covid,  it revived again And don’t forget they are the second largest populated country after China. Therefore, India is a huge market for China. And We have been providing cheap shipping from China to India for more than a decade.

This guide will help you to understand the shipping between these two countries and how to get the best shipping rates from China to India.

1. What is the Available Shipping Options from China to India?

India and China are neighboring countries. You can even travel from China to India by road, but that will take you more than two days to travel as the road distance is over 4 thousand kilometers. Train service between these two countries is under development.

But those are for civil transport only. But how to ship to India?

1.1. Air freight

It takes only about 4 hours to travel from Kolkata to Guangzhou. We hope you got an idea about the required flight time between these two countries.

Air freight in India

Therefore, air freight is fastest after express shipping. You can receive your goods in under five days or less than that using air freight.

If you are not importing over 200 Kg, air freight is a reliable, fast, and cost-effective shipping solution.

Air freight uses the chargeable weight method to determine the cost of your shipment. Some importers become confused hearing the term for the first time. But that is not as complicated as it sounds.

If you are new to air freight you need to understand how the weight system of air freight works.

After determining both the weight, they charge for you the higher weight, which we are calling chargeable weight. If you are concerned about shipping charges from China to India by air freight you have to understand how this shipping works.

The formula air freight used to find out the chargeable weight is 1:167, which means 1 CBM = 167 Kg.

Let us make it easy for you with a real-life example. Suppose your shipment’s gross weight is 100Kg and the volume is 1 CBM (Cubic Meter.)

Here the Gross weight = 100 Kg

Volumetric weight = 100*1.67 = 167 Kg.

In this case, the chargeable weight will be 167 Kg.

Let’s consider another scenario. For example, the gross weight of your shipment is 500 Kg, and the volume is 2 CBM.

Here the Gross weight = 500 Kg

Volumetric weight = 2*1.67 = 334 Kg.

In this case, the chargeable weight will be 500 Kg.

So, that’s how you calculate the chargeable weight for your shipment. Though we told you earlier, you should consider air freight to India if the shipment is under 200 Kg, that is not the case for all scenarios.

NOTE: In Express shipping, the ratio becomes 1:2. 

1.2. Sea freight

India has 13 large ports and nearly two hundred mini ports to support them.  Those ports are responsible for 95% of the total imports by volume and 68% by value of India. Therefore, you can understand that sea freight is India’s main shipping medium.

Sea freight in India

If you are looking for cheap shipping this is the best you can get. And as India and China are neighbor countries, sea shipping between these two countries does not take too much time.

Sea freights need 13 to 35 days to transport your goods. It depends on the distance between the two ports. Here are your options:

LCL Shipping 

Less than a container load or LCL shipping is the cheapest shipping medium when you are not shipping a huge amount of goods. Here you don’t book the entire cargo to ship. You pay for the space that your product occupies.

First, you have to pick a freight forwarder and send them all the details of your shipment. Then they book space on a container for your goods. You pay them for the required space and collect your goods when the ship reaches the port.

Winsky provides the best LCL shipping service in China. We handle your goods with expert hands and ensure that your goods safely reach their destination in India. In addition, you get the cheapest LCL shipping charge from us.

FCL Shipping

FCL shipping is a very cheap shipping method. But here is an issue. In FCL shipping, you have to reserve a full container. As you can not share the container with other shippers, you have to import a huge number of products from China.

LCL Vs FCL shipping

Containers are of two types– 20 ft and 40 ft. You can reserve one according to your requirement. This shipping method is ideal for large organizations or importing large products such as cars from China.

FCL is the cheapest shipping solution when you have a bulk shipment at your hand.

2. What is the cost of shipping from China to India?

Firstly, the shipping charges from China to India depend on the shipping mode. Then the types of goods, shipping period, many other factors are involved in the process. Let’s discuss the cost of shipping from China to India.

Express Shipping Cost

Express shipping is the fastest of all. As it is a fast, reliable, and flexible shipping process, it costs the most. The chargeable weight is also higher than air freight.

Express shipping costs varied from Rs. 415 to Rs. 670 for 100 Kg in February 2021. You can get an overall idea about the cost of shipping from China to India using express shipping.

Air Freight Cost

Air freight is also a fast shipping method but not as fast as express shipping. You can receive your goods in under five days using air shipping in India. Air freight cost is not as high as express shipping.

Air shipping is not a door to door solution. So, you have to take care of the customs in India. You can book a broker in India, or your freight forwarder can do that for you. At Winsky freight, we offer a customs clearance service for your air freight clients.

Air freight shipping costs varied from Rs320 to Rs 355 in February 2021 for 100 Kg goods. The cost variation depends on many factors. So it is always better to ask for a quotation from several freight forwarders before you book one.

Sea Freight Cost

Sea shipping is the highest used shipping method in India. And because of the Geological position of these two countries, you don’t have to wait too long also.

It is tough to provide any cost information on sea freight without knowing the distance between two ports, the type of your shipping, and the product you are importing. But we are providing one costing information to give you an idea about the cost.

From Mumbai port to Shanghai port, LCL shipping varied from Rs. 7000 to Rs. 8500 in February 2021. In the same time period, the FCL shipping cost for a 40ft container ranged from Rs.23,500 to Rs.27,000.

Ocean shipping cost varies for various reasons, such as the price of the oil, shipping time, type of your goods. So, you should always ask for a quote from a freight forwarder to know the accurate price.

Our LCL Shipping packages have an exclusive offer for Indian clients. You can ask for a quote from us if you have anything to ship.

3. How long does shipping from China to India take?

Firstly, the shipping time from China to India depends on the shipping mode.

If you use express shipping, it will take 1-3 days to receive your goods in India. On the other hand, you can receive your goods in 4/5 days using air freight. Remember, air freight is not a door to door shipping method, so you also have to wait for customs clearance.

Now come to the ocean shipping time from China to India. Here time ranges from 12 to 35 days. It depends on the distance between the two ports and when you are importing.  If you ship in the holiday season, it will take more than the regular time.

You will get a better understanding of sea shipping time from china to India the below table:

 Qingdao  Taiwan  Guangzhou  Shenzhen  Ningbo  Shanghai  Indian Ports
 23  25  18  16  21  20  Nhava Sheva
 25  27  22  19  23  22  Mundra
 22  34  16  15  21  20  Vizag
 27  23  15  14  19  18  Chennai
 19  25  15  15  22  20  Kolkata
 23  34  12  12  17  18  Tuticorin

4. What is the Import Taxes and Duties in India?

Every country implies import taxes and duties to earn from the imported products, and India is no exception. There are 3 major charges when you import from China to India. Let’s learn about shipping from China to India customs charges.

Import Taxes in India

Basic Duty

This is the basic charge like any other country in the world. It depends on the type of your goods. Please visit the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs of India to find more information.

Additional Charges

There is another duty on top of the basic duties which is known as an additional charge. If you import Alchohol or Spirits, you will be excluded from this charge. Otherwise, you have to pay these additional charges.

Special Duty

IGST or Integrated Goods And Services Tax is another tax that the Indian government implies to all imports, including Alchohol. You have to pay four percent special duty.

Social Welfare Surcharges

This is the fourth charge you have to pay to the Indian customs. It is 10% of your total imports. But this charge is based on your basic and additional customs duties.

5. What are the Quality standards and Regulations in India?

Well, there are certain quality standards every Indian importer needs to follow.

The first thing is the labeling declaration. You have to use the English language on the labels. However, Hindi is also permitted.

Apart from that, you have declared detailed information about what is inside the package. Indian customs policies are very strict, and if you miss any information that are declared to contain, they will confiscate your shipment.

Here is the information you should provide:

  • Importers full address with Name
  • Product’s Common name.
  • Manufacturing date and expiry date of your product.
  • Quantity of your goods in standard units.
  • The highest selling price of the imported items in India.
  • Composition and Ingredients detail for food products with the lot or batch number.
  • Green Circle must be used for vegetable foods.
  • Brown Circle for non-vegetable foods.

6. What is the steps for shipping from China to India?

6.1. Find your product.

The first thing is the product. As an importer, you have to identify which product you will import. You have to research the Indian market. For example, Electronics, Furniture, Footwear, Cosmetics, Vehicles from China have a huge demand in India.

6.2. IEC CODE

You can not import to India without an IEC code. You can apply for the IEC code from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade’s Website.

Official website of getting IEC

6.3. Look for A Chinese Supplier

The next step is to find a supplier. You can talk to other importers who import the same goods from China. You can research online. Attending trade shows is another good way to find a good supplier in India. It’s better to visit your supplier. If you can not do that, ask for a sample before you order a bulk quantity.

6.4. Import Cost calculation

The next thing is calculating shipping from China to India cost. While importing, you should understand which shipping method you will choose and which incoterm will be best for you. Here is the cost you should consider:

  • Inland cost in China.
  • Port cost in China.
  • Product handling cost in port.
  • Documentation cost.
  • Insurance cost (Optional).
  • Customs clearance cost.
  • Product handling and inland cost in India.
  • Freight forwarder’s charge.

6.5. Order Goods

After you are done with your calculation, you should order goods. Do not pay full in advance and verify the credibility of the supplier or third party you are dealing with.

6.6. Find a Freight Forwarder

Now it’s time to find a shipping forwarder China to India. Finding a freight forwarder is not an easy thing to do in CHIna. China is the leading exporter in the world. Hence the country is full of freight forwarders. Here are some tips from us you should look for:

  • How experienced are they?
  • How many services do they provide?
  • How extensive is their network?
  • Do they have the necessary documentation and certifications?
  • What is their risk management process?
  • How good is their customer service?
  • How much is their charge?

6.7. Decide the Shipping mode

Now it’s time to decide the shipping mode. For small packages, you can use express shipping or air freight. If you can afford the time, we will suggest using sea freight as that is the cheapest method of shipping from China to India.

6.8. Prepare for Customs Clearance

Indian customs policy is very complicated and strict compared to many other countries. So, you have to hire a customs broker in India to assist you through the process. Some freight forwarders provide this service. At Winsky freight, we provide a customs clearance service for DDP shipping.

6.9. Get your Good in India

If everything is done properly, the last step is to collect your goods from India. If you use door to door or express shipping, you don’t have to do that. In that case, they will deliver the goods to your doorstep.

Do not forget to add inland transport costs when calculating how much shipping cost from China to India will be for your goods.

7. What is the Methods to Reduce Shipping Costs to India?

Shipping costs from China to India vary for various methods. Air freight costs are higher than sea shipping. So, pick air freight if you are shipping a small number of goods. Otherwise, pick sea freight to reduce your shipping costs in India. There are some other things you can consider:

  • Use experts in packing your goods. Packaging can reduce your shipping costs by a great deal.
  • Ask for a quotation from various freight forwarders and compare.
  • Look for discounts.
  • Negotiate with your freight forwarder to reduce the cost.
  • Maintain a long-term relationship with a freight forwarder because freight forwarders offer discounts for regular customers.

8. Express shipping from China to India.

If you are not shipping a huge quantity this is a great shipping option. Express shipping from China to India is fast, reliable and you can receive your goods at your home or office.

Here are some of the largest companies that offer express shipping from China to India:

  • UPS
  • DHL
  • FedEx
  • TNT

9. Can I use Door to Door shipping from China to India?

Door-to-door shipping from China to India is a very flexible shipping process, just like express shipping. And yes, this shipping mode is available in India.

Door to door is similar to express shipping. But here, you have the liberty to choose the shipping method. So, you can use air or sea freight for your door to door shipping method.

10. Major airports in China and India.

China and India both countries have lots of Airports that are capable of transporting and receiving goods.

Major Airports in India

  • Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
  • Chennai International Airport
  • Mumbai International Airport
  • Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport
  • Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
  • Kolkata Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport
  • Goa International Airport
Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport

Major Airports in China

  • Beijing Capital Airport
  • Shanghai Pudong Airport
  • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport
  • Hong Kong Airport
  • Xian Xianyang Airport
  • Kunming Changshui Airport
  • Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
  • Shenzhen Baoan Airport
  • Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport
  • Hulunbuir Dongshan Airport
  • Chengdu Shuangliu Airport
Beijing Capital Airport

11. Major Seaports in China and India.

Most shipping between China and India happens via sea route. So, both the countries have lots of seaports. Here are some of them:

10 Major Seaports in India 

  • Jawaharlal Nehru Port Maharastra
  • Port of Mundra
  • Port of Chennai
  • Port of Kolkata
  • O. Chidambaranar Port
  • Port of Kandla
  • Port of Mumbai
  • Port of Vishakapatnam
  • Port of Cochin
  • Port of Hazira
Chennai port

10 Major Seaports in China

  • Port of Shanghai
  • Port of Dalian
  • Port of Tianjin
  • Port of Guangzhou
  • Port of Hong Kong
  • Port of Xiamen
  • Port of Ningbo-Zhoushan
  • Port of Yingkou
  • Port of Shenzhen
  • Port of Qingdao

12. Prohibited Items while shipping from China to India.

There are some items you CAN NOT import in India. If you import one of those and capture it by Indian customs, you can face some serious legal consequences. Some of them are:

  • psychotropic medicines
  • Narcotic drugs
  • Pornographic material
  • Antiquities
  • Live plants
  • Counterfeits
  • Duplicate currency
  • Politically sensitive literature
  • Aero models
  • Walkie talkies

And other items that are prohibited by Indian customs.

13. What documents Do you need for shipping to India?

Firstly you must have the IEC registration number to import from China. Other than that number, you need some other documents to clear your shipment from Indian customs. Here they are

  • Bill of lading/Airway Bill
  • Letter of credit
  • Packing list
  • Commercial invoice
  • Industrial license if needed
  • Certificate of origin
  • Import declaration form for Customs

14. What happens if Indian customs holds my package?

It is quite unlikely that Indian customs will confiscate your shipment unless you fail to provide proper documents or customs duties and charges. But if that happens, you have nothing to do. They will contact you, and you have to face them to solve whatever the issue is.

That’s why you should hire an experienced company to handle your customs clearance process in India.

15. Why Choose Winsky when shipping from China to India?

Shipping from China to India is a complicated process and experience plays a big role here. We have been operating in the Indian market for more than a decade. We have a dedicated team to handle our customers in India.

Our clients in India never face any hassle with their products in India. We ensure the fastest delivery.

In addition, we have a contract with all the top shipping carriers operating between these two countries. That helps us to offer a reduced price than many other freight forwarders in China.

A dedicated team, product-specific experts to handle your goods, and an efficient customs department made us one of the famous freight forwarders in India.

Conclusion

If you have been looking for a cheap shipping solution from China to India, we hope this guide has provided you with all the basic information. If you want to know more or have a shipping project contact us now, and one of our Indian shipping experts will contact you soon.

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