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What are you sending to China?
From documents to pallets. For each type of shipment you see the carriers that fit, with their delivery time.
Contracts, invoices and other papers. Express, with the delivery time the carrier gives for China.
Rate for documents →Choose between economy and express and see the expected delivery day for each carrier.
Rate for parcels →Heavier and larger freight to China, including handling of the export documents.
Rate for pallets →How to send a parcel to China
Four steps, no account needed to compare.
Enter your shipment
Address, dimensions and weight. You don't need an account to see rates.
Compare and choose
All carriers side by side, with price, delivery time and terms.
Paperwork done for you
The label and customs invoice are created and sent digitally.
Your chosen carrier picks up
Pick-up at the address you choose. Track your shipment in your account.
What you need for a shipment to China
Because China is outside the EU, customs paperwork is involved. On our platform that's part of the same flow as the booking itself.
Shipping advice for China
China is outside the EU, so your shipment goes through customs. These four points help you avoid delays and extra charges afterwards.
Expect import duties and VAT
Import duties and VAT may apply to a shipment to China. When you create your customs invoice, you always see an estimate of those costs, so you won't be surprised afterwards. Read more about the customs rules for China.
Describe your goods precisely
Use a detailed English description and the right HS code for each item. Words like ‘sample’ or ‘spare part’ are the most common cause of delays at customs.
Decide who pays the import costs
You choose whether you pay the import costs (DDP) or the recipient does (DAP). Agree this with your recipient in China beforehand — it prevents refused parcels and return costs.
Enter dimensions and weight accurately
Carriers measure again when they collect. If the dimensions or weight differ, you get an additional charge. Measure the box including packaging and round up.
Booking checklist
Got everything to hand? Then you can book in two minutes
- ✓The recipient's full address and phone number
- ✓Dimensions and weight of each box
- ✓English description, value and HS code for each item
- ✓VAT or EORI number for business shipments
You book parcels to China online in one go. Customs paperwork is created automatically and sent to customs digitally.
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Frequently asked questions about shipping to China
How much does it cost to send a parcel to China?+
The price of a parcel to China depends on the weight, dimensions, destination and the carrier you choose. The calculator shows all options side by side with the exact price for your shipment.
How long does delivery to China take?+
That depends on the carrier and the service. Each option in the calculator shows the expected delivery day, so you know where you stand beforehand.
Which customs documents do I need?+
For China you need a customs invoice with a description in English, plus the value and HS code of each item. You create it on our platform; we send it digitally to the carrier and customs.
Who pays the import duties and VAT?+
You choose when you book: you as the sender (DDP) or the recipient (DAP). When you create your customs invoice, you see an estimate of the expected costs.
Will my shipment be picked up from me?+
Yes, your shipment is picked up at your own address. If you book before the carrier's cut-off, the courier usually comes the same working day.
Is my shipment insured?+
Every shipment is covered by the carrier's standard liability. If you want the full value covered, choose our transport guarantee when you book.
Send your first shipment to China with a 10% welcome discount
Register your business account and use the discount on all your bookings for four weeks. No credit card, minimum volume or contract.
- ✓10% discount on all your bookings
- ✓For four weeks, from the day you register
- ✓No credit card, minimum volume or contract
Shipping as an individual? You can compare and book without an account.
Returning a parcel to China: a B2B guide to costs and labels
Returning goods to a supplier or business partner in China is an everyday reality in international B2B trade. Whether you're sending back faulty production parts, returning rejected product samples or handling a warranty claim, it's crucial to know how to handle the process efficiently.
If you don't arrange the return properly, your parcel can get stuck at Chinese customs, or your supplier may face unexpected import taxes. In this guide we show you exactly how to return a parcel to China, how to work out the costs, create the right shipping labels and handle the paperwork you need.
What does a return to China cost?
When businesses send a parcel back to China, the first question is almost always: what will this cost? International shipping rates aren't fixed amounts; they depend heavily on the volumetric weight of your shipment, the carrier you choose (such as FedEx, DHL, UPS or TNT) and the delivery time.
To keep the cost of a return to China under control, always weigh and measure the parcel accurately once it's fully packed. Express delivery usually takes 3 to 5 working days, so your supplier receives the returned goods quickly and you get your refund or replacement product without delay. You can compare rates from premium carriers straight away in our tool to calculate your shipping rate.
How do you create a return label for China?
In B2B logistics, creating a return label for China really means booking an export shipment from your location to your Chinese supplier's address. You don't have to wait for the Chinese supplier to send you a local postal label; you can use a multi-carrier platform to keep full control of the logistics.
How to create a return label for China:
Log in to your shipping platform and select an export shipment from the Netherlands to China.
Enter the exact dimensions and weight of your parcel or pallet.
Fill in your Chinese supplier's delivery address. A crucial detail: make sure you have a local contact name and a Chinese phone number, because Chinese customs requires them.
Print the generated Air Waybill (the shipping label) and stick it firmly to the outside of the box.
If you regularly send parcels to China, a platform like ParcelParcel lets you create these labels in seconds, with the customs information filled in beforehand.
Customs and clearance when returning goods to China
The most challenging part of sending goods back to China is the handling by the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC). China has very strict import rules, even for returned goods.
To make sure your parcel is processed smoothly as a return and isn't taxed as a new commercial import, you need to add a correctly completed commercial invoice. This document must clearly state the following:
Reason for export: write "Return of defective goods" or "Return to vendor".
RMA number: state the Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number you received from your Chinese supplier.
Original tracking/invoice: refer to the original import document number so customs can verify that these items were previously exported from China.
For specific updates on rules for prohibited or restricted goods entering the Chinese market, it's always good practice to check the European Commission's official Access2Markets portal.
Why ParcelParcel for your returns to China?
When managing B2B returns, you need reliability and speed. At ParcelParcel we help you navigate the complexity of international logistics. Our platform automatically creates the right customs documents alongside your return label for China, so your shipment is compliant, fully traceable and very cost-effective.