Need to get something shipped from China to Malaysia? No matter the size, weight and nature of your cargo, M&P International Freights is able to assist you accordingly.
Read on as we lay out some important information such as shipping methods, taxes and duties and prohibited/restricted items.
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How long does shipping take from China to Malaysia
The duration is highly dependent on the shipping mode you opt for. Generally, it takes about 8 – 14 days.
Ways to ship from China to Malaysia
Air freight
Air freight is the fastest way to ship your items, which makes it ideal for time-sensitive shipments. It is also considered as the most cost-efficient way if your cargo is small and light.
The busiest international airports in China include:
- Beijing Capital
- Shanghai Pudong
- Guangzhou Baiyun
- Chengdu Shuangliu
- Shenzhen Bao’an
The busiest international airports in Malaysia include:
- Kuala Lumpur
- Kota Kinabalu
- Penang
Sea freight
Sea freight transports your cargo from one seaport to another. This can be done via 2 modes: Less than Container Load (LCL) and Full Container Load (FCL).
LCL:
When your cargo is not sufficient to fill a container, LCL consolidation is done to combine your shipment with others so that you can enjoy competitive shipping rates.
FCL:
This is when all the goods in one container are owned by one party.
The busiest seaports in China include:
- Shanghai
- Shenzhen
- Ningbo-Zhoushan
- Hong Kong
The busiest seaports in Malaysia include:
- Port Klang
- Johor Port
- Port of Tanjung Pelepas
Prohibited and restricted items for export from China
Some examples of prohibited/restricted goods for export from China are
- Counterfeit money
- Any form of media that threatens the political, economic, cultural and moral interests of China
- Medicines
- Old and used clothing
Prohibited and restricted items for import to China
Some examples of prohibited/restricted goods for import into Malaysia are
- Counterfeit money
- Indecent media such as paintings, films and cards
- Knives and daggers
- Items that look like syringes
- Turtle eggs
- Cloth with prints or duplication of any Quran verses
Taxes and duties for export from China
If you’re exporting from China, your goods may be subjected to export duties. These are imposed on selected resource products and semi-manufactured goods.
However, some goods are exempted, such as
- goods with duties not exceeding RMB 50, and
- materials or samples with no commercial value.
Taxes and duties for import to Malaysia
Duty Rates
Import duty rates can range from 0% – 50%, with the average rate being about 6%. Goods that are exempted from duty include electronic products.
Sales Tax
The standard rate is 10% of the sum of the
- cost, insurance and freight (CIF) value,
- duty, and
- any applicable excise.
Some products may be taxed based on units (e.g. by litre or kilograms), while some may only be subjected to a reduced rate of 0% – 5%.
Any import with a CIF value of less than RM 500 is exempted from duties. This excludes alcohol, wine and tobacco products from US.
Process of shipping from China to Malaysia with a freight forwarder
Cross-border freights are complicated to handle by yourself as they require a ton of paperwork. Consult us today!