Shipping from China to Germany

Import duties, mwst 19%, customs fees, and total landed cost for goods shipped from China to Germany.

Route Overview

Trade Agreement

None (MFN rates apply)

Typical Duty Range

0% - 3.5%

Depends on product HS code classification

MwSt Rate

MwSt 19%

Applied on CIF value + import duty

Transit Time

2d air / 18d sea

De Minimis Threshold

EUR 150

No duty below this value

Currency

EUR (€)

Calculate Landed Cost: China to Germany

Sample Duty Rates — Germany

HS Code	Description	General Rate	Preferential Rate
4602.19	Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles	2.7%	0%
6913.10	Ceramic statuettes and ornaments — porcelain	0%	0%
6913.90	Other ceramic ornaments	0%	0%
7013.99	Other glassware — decorative	3.5%	0%
9401.61	Upholstered wooden seats	2.7%	0%
9403.30	Wooden office furniture	2.7%	0%
9403.50	Wooden bedroom furniture	2.7%	0%
9403.60	Other wooden furniture	2.7%	0%
9701.10	Paintings, drawings, pastels — hand-executed	0%	0%
9701.90	Other paintings and drawings	0%	0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What import duties apply when shipping from China to Germany?

Goods shipped from China to Germany are subject to Most Favoured Nation (MFN) duty rates of 0% - 3.5% depending on the product's HS code classification. There is no bilateral trade agreement between these countries.

What is the VAT/GST rate in Germany?

Germany charges MwSt 19% on imported goods. This is calculated on the CIF value plus import duty.

How long does shipping take from China to Germany?

Air freight: approximately 2 business days. Sea freight: approximately 18 business days

What documents are needed to ship from China to Germany?

Required documents typically include: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading or Airway Bill, and Customs Declaration Form.

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