Recently a lot of friends settled in Indonesia or business consulting how to sea transport TV cabinets from China to Indonesia, today we will analyze the whole process in detail, to help you easily handle cross-border transportation!
First, the pre-preparation: these details do not pay attention to = white work!
1. Indonesia's import policy must know list
Certification requirements: TV cabinets need FSC forest certification (wood products must be), some high-end products also need ISO quality management system certification
Special provisions: Indonesia prohibits the import of furniture containing endangered species (such as rosewood, pear), be sure to confirm the material when you buy!
Taxes and fees: average tariff 10-15%, VAT 11% (new regulation in 2024), luxury tax may be an additional 5-10%.
Tips to avoid pitfalls: last year, a customer because the TV cabinet contains a small amount of mahogany trim, the whole batch of goods were seized by Indonesia Customs, and suffered heavy losses!
2. Logistics companies choose the golden rule
Check the certificate: must have NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier) qualification.
Case reference: a company quotes ultra-low but conceal the destination port miscellaneous fees, the final cost is 40% higher than the offer!
Recommended choice: specializing in Southeast Asia routes, Indonesia has its own customs clearance team of companies!
3. Customs declaration materials to prepare a complete list of
Basic documents: commercial invoice (amount to be consistent with the payment certificate), packing list (accurate to the millimeter), purchase and sales contracts
Special documents: fumigation certificate (necessary for wooden packaging), certificate of origin (the key to enjoy tariff preferences)
Electronic pre-approval: now you can pre-declare 7 days in advance through "Single Window".
Second, shipment practice: 90% of the people in this step out of order!
1. Packaging loss prevention tips
Moisture-proof treatment: pearl cotton + moisture-proof film double wrapped (Indonesia's humidity often exceeds 80%)
Corner protection: thickened foam corner protector + wooden frame fixed (the intensity of the bumps in the sea is 3 times the intensity of land transportation)
Case: a customer to save packaging costs, after the arrival of all 6 TV cabinets cracked!
2. Comparison of cost-effective transportation solutions
Program 20-foot cabinet 40-foot cabinet LCL LCL
Capacity 10-12 sets 22-25 sets by cubic meter
Freight $800-1000 $1500-1800 $120-150/m³
Suitable for small and medium-sized homes villa models single piece of replenishment
Expert advice: 15 sets of less than the choice of the LCL is more cost-effective, 20 sets of more than be sure to book the whole cabinet!
Third, the key time nodes of sea transportation to the port
Typical route time table
Port of origin Port of destination Voyage (days) Port of transit
Shenzhen Jakarta 18-22 None
Shanghai Surabaya 25-28 Singapore
Ningbo Beira Bay 22-25 Port Klang
Special note: December each year - February next year, Southeast Asian routes are often delayed, it is recommended to set aside 10 days buffer period!
Customs clearance tips: avoid these "invisible traps"
1. Indonesia Customs latest unspoken rules
Declaring skills: TV cabinets need to specify the HS code 9403.6090 (furniture category)
Common reasons for deduction: declared value is lower than the market price of 70% must be checked!
Fast customs clearance tips: advance PIBK import declaration pre-approval
2. Door-to-door service options
Port pickup: save 30% but need to handle inland transportation by yourself
All-inclusive door-to-door: including port charges + THC + customs clearance + delivery, about $200/cabinet in Jakarta area.
V. Expense details open to the public (20-foot container as an example)
Domestic expenses: about RMB4000-6000 (including customs clearance, wharfage)
Sea freight: $800-1200 (peak season fluctuations)
Indonesia cost: about $800-1000 (including tariff, VAT, customs clearance fee)
Reserve for unforeseen expenses: 10% of total cost
Estimated total cost: 1 set of standard TV cabinet (about 1.5m³) total cost of sea transportation about RMB1500-2000
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