Freight price list from China to France

Summary:

This article delves into the complexities of freight costs associated with shipping goods from China to France. It underscores the significance of diverse logistics channels in selecting the most suitable transportation mode. Primary logistics channels include full container load (FCL) ocean freight, less than container load (LCL) ocean freight, direct air freight to the airport, door-to-door express delivery, and double clearance door-to-door services. Each channel offers unique pricing structures influenced by factors such as service model, speed, and security, providing clients with a variety of cost-effective options. The article will further elaborate on the specific pricing advantages of these channels.

Ocean Freight

Ocean Freight Full Container Load (FCL) from China to France

Departure Ports in China: Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Xiamen, Ningbo, Shanghai, Qingdao, Dalian, and Tianjin.
Let's take a look at an example of an ocean freight FCL rate, as shown in the figure below:
Port of Loading: Yantian
Port of Destination: Le Havre

Port of Loading/Port of Discharge	Shipping Line	Closing/Sailing Date	Transit Time (days)	Main Port of Loading	Transshipment	20GP	40GP	40HC	45HC
YANTIAN (Shenzhen, China) → LE HAVRE	YML	6/3 FE2	25	YANTIAN DIR		$2850	$5550	$5550	SECURE
YANTIAN (Shenzhen, China)	MSC	6/1 CONDOR	40	YANTIAN DIR		$3950	$5750	$5750	SECURE
YANTIAN (Shenzhen, China)	EMC	2/4 FAL1	24	YANTIAN DIR		$3700	$5800	$5800	$7800

Note: All freight rates are quoted in USD unless otherwise specified.
The above table provides ocean freight rates for full container load (FCL) shipments from Yantian, Shenzhen to Le Havre, France. Shipping lines such as YML, MSC, and EMC offer competitive rates.
YML: Offers the most competitive rate for 20GP containers at $2850 with a transit time of 25 days.
MSC: While slightly higher in rates, MSC offers a direct service from Yantian.
EMC: Provides a competitive rate for 45HC containers.
Sailing Schedules and Cutoff Dates:
YML: Closes this Saturday and sails next Wednesday.
MSC: Closes this Tuesday and sails next Thursday.
EMC: Closes on February 4th and sails on FAL1.
Rate Validity:
The quoted rates are valid from January 15th to January 23rd, 2024.

Ocean Freight LCL Rates from China to Le Havre, France
Destination Port	Country	Volume Range (CBM)	Ocean Freight (USD/CBM)	Min. CBM	Direct/Transshipment	Cut-off Day	Shipping Line	Transit Time (Days)
Le Havre	France	0~3	15	1	Direct	4th cut-off / 4th sailing 5th cut-off / 6th sailing	OOCL/ONE	28
Le Havre	France	3~5	20	1	Direct	4th cut-off / 4th sailing 5th cut-off / 6th sailing	OOCL/ONE	28
Le Havre	France	5~8	40	1	Direct	4th cut-off / 4th sailing 5th cut-off / 6th sailing	OOCL/ONE	28

Key Points:

Ocean freight LCL rates from China to Le Havre, France range from approximately $15 to $40 per cubic meter.
Minimum charge: All rates have a minimum charge of 1 cubic meter.
Direct sailings: All shipments are direct sailings, with no transshipments.
Cut-off day: The cut-off day for bookings is typically Thursday of each week, with departures on the following Thursday.
Shipping lines: The primary carriers for these routes are OOCL and ONE.
Transit time: The estimated transit time from China to Le Havre is 28 days.

Air Freight

Air Freight Rates from China to Marseille Provence Airport

Airport-to-Airport
Origin Airport	Destination Airport	+45kg/pc	+100kg/pc	+300kg/pc	+500kg/pc	+1000kg/pc
PVG (Shanghai Pudong)	MRS (Marseille Provence)	*	28.6	25.6	23.6	20.6
PKX (Beijing Daxing)	MRS	45	38	35	32	25
HKG (Hong Kong International)	MRS	*	38.5	35.5	34.5	30.5

*Indicates no service available
Note: All rates are quoted in RMB/KG.

Breakdown of Air Freight Rates from China to Marseille Provence Airport:

From Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): For shipments weighing between 100kg and 300kg, the rate is 28.6 RMB/KG; for shipments between 300kg and 500kg, it's 25.6 RMB/KG; and for shipments between 500kg and 1000kg, it's 23.6 RMB/KG.
From Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX): For shipments weighing between 100kg and 300kg, the rate is 38 RMB/KG; for shipments between 300kg and 500kg, it's 35 RMB/KG; and for shipments between 500kg and 1000kg, it's 32 RMB/KG.
From Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): For shipments weighing between 100kg and 300kg, the rate is 38.5 RMB/KG; for shipments between 300kg and 500kg, it's 35.5 RMB/KG; and for shipments between 500kg and 1000kg, it's 34.5 RMB/KG.

International Airports in France: Marseille Provence Airport, Annecy, Bordeaux-Mérignac, etc.

International Shipping

International Shipping Rates from China to France via DHL Express

This is a promotional offer for international express shipping from China to France via DHL Express Hong Kong to Europe. Please note that this service only accepts general merchandise.
Items such as electronic devices (with batteries), any knives, cream-based cosmetics, liquids, counterfeit goods, powders, food, and other prohibited items are not accepted.
The pricing below does not include fuel surcharges or customs duties and taxes at the destination. Cash on delivery is not available.

DHL Express Hong Kong to Europe Promotional Rates
Weight (KG)	Price (RMB)
29	1256.40
29.5	1276.10
30	1295.80
34-70	38.60
71-290	38.60

According to the pricing table, the shipping cost for a 29kg shipment is 1256.40 RMB, and for a 29.5kg shipment, it's 1276.10 RMB. For shipments between 34kg and 70kg, the rate is 38.60 RMB per kilogram, and for shipments between 71kg and 290kg, the rate remains at 38.60 RMB per kilogram. The chargeable weight is calculated as the greater of the actual weight or the volumetric weight (length x width x height (cm) / 5000).

FedEx International Express: FEDI Channel from Hong Kong to France

Introduction to FEDI Channel

This section will introduce the FedEx International Express (FEDI) channel, a service that provides shipping from China to France via a Hong Kong-based FedEx agent. This channel is specifically designed for general merchandise, items with internal batteries, and complementary batteries. Please note that this service does not accept any of the following: knives, cosmetic creams, liquids, counterfeit goods, powders, food items, or any other prohibited items.

Pricing Structure

To give you a better understanding of the pricing, let's look at the rates for different weight tiers. As shown in the table below, the pricing is generally volume-based, meaning the more you ship, the lower the rate per kilogram.

Hong Kong Federal Agency Price FEDI Channel (IE Service)
Weight Range (KG)	Zone M (Western Europe)
21-44KG	36.9
45-70KG	33.3
71-99KG	33.9
100-299KG	43.7
300-499KG	36.9
500-999KG	35.3
1000KG or above	34.6

As you can see, the 100-299 KG weight tier has a slightly higher rate compared to the others. However, for shipments weighing 1000 KG or more, you'll enjoy the most cost-effective rate.

Key Takeaways:

The FEDI channel is a specialized service for general merchandise and certain types of electronics.
Pricing is tiered based on shipment weight, with volume discounts available.
The 100-299 KG weight tier has a slightly higher rate due to potential factors such as handling or dimensional weight.
For large shipments of 1000 KG or more, significant cost savings can be realized.

UPS International Express

Actual weight starts at 22KG, dimensional weight starts at 28KG. Multiple packages per shipment, minimum 4KG per piece.

Shanghai UPS Europe Red Label Bulk Shipment 5500 SUPH
Weight (KG)	15 European Countries
21-299	38.30
300-19000	38.30

For shipments weighing between 21-299KG and 300-19000KG, the freight rate is RMB 38.3/kg. This quote excludes fuel surcharges and is valid for residential, remote, and very remote areas. Estimated delivery time is 5-7 days.

EMS International Express to France

This price list is for EMS international express shipping from China to France. Please note that this service does not accept electronic products, components, or any prohibited items.

Guangzhou EMS Price (Channel Code EMGZ)
No.	Zone	Country	Two-letter Code	Published Price		Discount	Weight Limit	Status
				首重0.5KG	续重0.5KG
24		France	FR	280	75	80% + 5RMB/shipment handling fee	30

For EMS shipping from China to France, the first 0.5kg is 280RMB, and each additional 0.5kg is 75RMB. The weight limit is 30kg. If your shipment exceeds 30kg, please split it into multiple shipments. Estimated delivery time is 2-10 business days from the time of pickup and 1-3 business days after the package is received. Delivery is available from Monday to Saturday.

DDP Shipping from China to France

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DDP Shipping from China to France

DDP shipping offers door-to-door service, including customs clearance and delivery. It's a convenient option for individuals sending parcels.

Channel	Railway (Delayed-1/KG)		Sea Freight Express
Country/Weight	21KG	101KG+	21KG	101KG+
France, Netherlands, Belgium, Poland, Czech Republic	13.9	11.9	13.1	11.1
Transit Time	17-22 days after departure		35 days after departure

For railway DDP shipping from China to France, the rate is 13.9RMB/KG for the first 21kg and 11.9RMB/KG for weights above 101kg. If there's a delay, we'll reduce the rate by 1RMB/KG. The estimated transit time is 17-22 days after departure.

For sea freight express DDP shipping from China to France, the rate is 13.1RMB/KG for the first 21kg and 11.1RMB/KG for weights above 101kg. The estimated transit time is 35 days after departure.