Shipping from China to Malaysia
Shipping from China to Malaysia is an efficient and trustworthy process. As trade between China and Malaysia continues to deepen, the demand for logistics services continues to grow.
As an important economy and regional logistics hub in Southeast Asia, Malaysia occupies a pivotal position in international trade. Through a variety of transportation methods, goods can be quickly and safely delivered to major cities and ports in Malaysia, including Kuala Lumpur, Port Klang, Penang, etc.
Ubest Shipping provides you with a full range of logistics services from China to Malaysia, covering sea, air and door-to-door transportation solutions. Relying on a mature international transportation network, we tailor the best transportation routes according to the characteristics and timeliness requirements of different goods to ensure that the goods are cleared within a reasonable time and delivered safely to the destination.
What can we do when shipping from China to Malaysia?
Sea freight FCL from China to Malaysia
- Shipping from China to Constanta Port in Romania
- Reliable shipping schedule, on-time delivery, cheap freight
- Container Shipping: 20ft container, 40ft container, 40HQ container
Sea freight LCL from China to Malaysia
- Consolidate multiple shipments into one container
- Competitive freight rates based on cubic meters or tons
- Collect shipments from different suppliers in different cities
Air freight from China to Malaysia
- Our air freight service flies directly from major airports in China to Malaysia
- Quickly respond to market demand and offer competitive air freight prices
- It takes 2 to 5 days to air freight from China to Malaysia
Express delivery from China to Malaysia
- Express delivery from China to any city in Malaysia
- Super fast, arrive in Malaysia in 1 to 3 days
- Huge discounts on DHL, UPS, Fedex, TNT, EMS, SF Express
Door to Door Shipping from China to Malaysia
- Shipping from any city in China to the warehouse in Malaysia
- Including Romania customs duties and taxes (DDP/DDU)
- Charged per cubic meter or per kilogram
DDP Shipping from China to Malaysia
- Provide one-stop service from China to Malaysia warehouse
- DDP service, all tariffs and taxes included, reduce cost risks.
- Flexibly choose the mode of transportation to ensure the fast and safe arrival of goods.
Content Guidelines
Guide to Shipping from China to Malaysia
The transportation of goods from China to Malaysia involves multiple steps, including cargo preparation, choosing the right mode of transportation, customs declaration, international transportation, customs clearance, and final delivery. Different modes of transportation are suitable for different types of goods and time requirements, so it is necessary to comprehensively consider cost, transportation time, and service stability when planning transportation.
Generally speaking, when shipping from China to Malaysia, sea transportation is one of the most commonly used methods. It is suitable for large quantities and heavy goods, with low transportation costs and high cost performance. It is suitable for goods of different volumes. Although the transportation time usually takes 7 to 14 days, it is suitable for commercial orders with no urgent time requirements.
Air transportation is suitable for time-sensitive or high-value goods. Its transportation time is usually 1 to 3 days, and it can quickly deliver goods to major airports in Malaysia, such as Kuala Lumpur International Airport. However, the transportation cost of air transportation is relatively high, which is suitable for the transportation of small quantities, high value-added or urgent goods.
While choosing a mode of transportation, you should also pay attention to the local customs clearance process and import policies in Malaysia. Malaysian customs has different tax rates and regulatory requirements for different types of goods, so it is particularly important to understand the relevant regulations before shipping. Avoid delays or additional costs due to incomplete documentation or product restrictions.
Sea Freight from China to Malaysia
Sea freight is the most economical way to transport goods from China to Malaysia. With a wide network of routes and carriers, it can transport a wide range of cargo types, from consumer goods to heavy machinery, ensuring that various business needs are met. There are frequent and stable shipping routes between major ports in China and important ports in Malaysia. Ocean freight usually takes 7 to 14 days, depending on the port of departure, route arrangements, and the efficiency of cargo loading and unloading. There are mainly the following services:
Full Container Load (FCL)
The Full Container Load (FCL) service is ideal for businesses with enough cargo to fill an entire container. Since the cargo remains sealed throughout the entire transportation process, the service is safer and reduces the risk of cargo damage.
Less than Container Load (LCL)
Less than Container Load (LCL) is suitable for cargo that does not occupy a full container. This service allows businesses to share container space and is a cost-effective solution for small cargo.
Special Containers
For cargo that requires special handling, such as temperature-sensitive products or oversized items, we provide special containers. This includes refrigerated containers for transporting perishable goods and flat rack containers for transporting large machinery.
RoRo Ships
RoRo ships are used to transport vehicles and wheeled cargo. This service facilitates loading and unloading, and vehicles can be driven directly onto the ship, minimizing loading and unloading time.
Bulk Cargo Shipping
Bulk cargo shipping refers to the transportation of large, heavy items that are not easily loaded into containers. This method is ideal for goods such as machinery, construction materials and industrial equipment.
Regardless of the service, Ubest Shipping can provide customers with professional packing advice, transportation solutions and full freight tracking services to ensure smooth entry of goods into the Malaysian market and fast delivery.
Main Ports in Malaysia
- Port Klang: Located in Selangor, Malaysia, it is the largest port in Malaysia and the busiest container port in the country. The port is connected to Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, and has advanced container handling facilities and an efficient logistics service system.
- Port of Penang: Located in the northwest of Malaysia, it mainly serves Penang and surrounding areas. It is suitable for regional container transportation, general cargo and roll-on/roll-off cargo transportation, and plays an important role in small and medium-sized trade.
- Port of Johor: Located in southern Malaysia, close to Singapore, with a superior geographical location, the port mainly handles bulk cargo, liquid cargo and container transportation, and is an important hub for Malaysia’s foreign trade.
Air Freight from China to Malaysia
China and Malaysia are geographically adjacent and have close economic and trade exchanges. With its advantages of speed and efficiency, air transport has become the preferred channel for the circulation of high value-added goods between the two countries. Compared with the transportation cycle of sea transport, air transport can achieve 1-3 days of extremely fast delivery from major Chinese air transport airports (such as Shanghai Pudong, Guangzhou Baiyun, Shenzhen Baoan, etc.) to key cities on the west coast of Malaysia (including Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, etc.), with significant timeliness advantages.
At present, the China-Malaysia route network is well developed, and many domestic hub airports have direct flights to and from Malaysia every day. The flight schedule is flexible and the capacity is stable and guaranteed. It is particularly suitable for transporting the following categories: high-priced goods, time-sensitive goods, business documents and samples, and fashion items.
The Malaysian Customs implements a facilitation customs clearance policy for air cargo. If the documents are complete and the declaration is compliant, customs clearance can usually be completed within 24 hours. It is recommended that the shipper prepare preferential tariff documents such as FORM E certificate of origin in advance, and ensure that the product description accurately corresponds to the HS code to further improve customs clearance efficiency.
Main Airports in Malaysia
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): Located in the south of Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur International Airport is the largest and busiest airport in Malaysia and the main hub for air cargo in the country. The airport has modern cargo facilities and advanced logistics processing systems.
- Penang International Airport (PEN): Located in the northwestern state of Penang, Malaysia, it is an important regional airport in Malaysia. The airport handles the import and export of a large number of electronic products and high value-added goods in the region, providing flexible destination options for air transportation.
Shipping costs from China to Malaysia
The shipping cost from China to Malaysia depends on many factors, mainly the mode of transport (sea, air or express), the type of goods, the weight and volume, and whether customs clearance and delivery services are included. Reasonable selection of transportation methods and freight forwarders can greatly save logistics costs.
Shipping Method | Shipping From China to Malaysia(Cost) |
|---|---|
Sea Freight (20ft Container) | Approx. USD 550 for a 20ft container |
Sea Freight (40ft Container) | Approx. USD 1050 for a 40ft container |
Sea Freight (LCL) | Approx. USD 50 per cubic meters (m3) |
Air Freight | Approx. USD 500 for 100kg |
DDP Air Freight | Approx. USD 10 to 16 per kgs |
DDP Sea Freight | Approx. USD 90 to 150 per cbm (m3) |
Express Shipping | Approx. USD 12.5 per Kgs |
Cost of shipping 20ft and 40ft containers from China to Malaysia
Container shipping is the main mode of transport, and the cost of shipping containers from China to Malaysia will be affected by a number of factors, including the type of full container load (20ft, 40ft, 40HQ container) you use and the fluctuations in shipping costs in the market. Below is a list of the lowest prices for 20ft and 40ft containers (full container load) required for shipping various goods from major ports in China to Malaysia.
| POL (Port of China) | POL (Port of Malaysia) | 20ft Container Cost | 40ft Container Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai | Klang | $500–$750 | $900–$1200 |
| Shenzhen | Klang | $650–$850 | $900–$1300 |
| Ningbo | Klang | $550–$800 | $950–$1250 |
| Shanghai | Penang | $520 – $750 | $950–$1300 |
| Shenzhen | Penang | $600 – $840 | $900–$1350 |
| Ningbo | Penang | $550 – $850 | $900 – $1450 |
| Shanghai | Gudang | $600 – $800 | $920 – $1340 |
| Shenzhen | Gudang | $550 – $770 | $940 – $1250 |
| Ningbo | Gudang | $530 – $850 | $950 – $1300 |
How long does it take to ship from China to Malaysia?
Sea transportation is one of the most common ways to export goods from China to Malaysia. It usually takes 7 to 14 days to ship goods from Chinese ports (such as Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Ningbo) to major ports in Malaysia by sea.
Air transportation is the fastest mode of international transportation. It usually takes only 1 to 3 working days to fly from major airports in China (such as Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, Shenzhen Bao’an Airport, Shanghai Pudong Airport) to major airports in Malaysia.
| POL (Port of China) | POL (Port of Malaysia) | Shipping days |
|---|---|---|
| Shanghai | Klang | 7–14 days |
| Shenzhen | Klang | 8–13 days |
| Ningbo | Klang | 7–13 days |
| Shanghai | Penang | 8–14 days |
| Shenzhen | Penang | 7–14 days |
| Ningbo | Penang | 9–13 days |
| Shanghai | Johor | 7–14 days |
| Shenzhen | Johor | 8–13 days |
| Ningbo | Johor | 7–13 days |
DDP Shipping from China to Malaysia
DDP (Delivery Duty Paid) transportation is a logistics method that is particularly suitable for cross-border e-commerce and B2B trade. Under the DDP model, the seller is responsible for all costs and risks during the transportation process, including import duties and taxes in the destination country. The buyer does not need to deal with complicated customs clearance procedures or pay any additional fees, and only needs to wait for the goods to be received.
DDP transportation can be completed by sea, air or multimodal transport. Goods shipped from China to Malaysia usually enter the country through Port Klang or Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Malaysia imposes import duties and sales tax (SST) on imported goods, and the tax rate depends on the type of goods. For some products, other regulatory approvals may also be involved.
Compared with traditional FOB or CIF transportation methods, the DDP model brings great convenience to buyers, especially for customers who are not familiar with import policies, avoiding delays, returns or additional taxes during customs clearance.
DDP transportation process from China to Malaysia:
Signing a contract
The buyer and seller confirm the use of DDP terms and sign a formal contract, clearly stating that the seller bears all costs and responsibilities.
Transportation Arrangement
The seller shall choose the appropriate mode of transportation (such as sea, air or express parcel) according to the nature of the goods, and bear the entire transportation costs and risks.
China Export Customs Clearance
The seller is responsible for handling export customs clearance procedures in China and preparing the required documents (such as invoices, packing lists, export licenses, etc.).
International Transportation
The goods are shipped from China to Malaysia by the selected mode of transportation, and the transportation time depends on the selected channel (about 7-14 days for sea transportation and 1-3 days for air transportation).
Malaysia Import Customs Clearance
The seller is responsible for completing the import customs clearance procedures in Malaysia and paying all customs duties, sales taxes and possible additional fees.
Final Delivery
After customs clearance is completed, the goods are delivered to the final address specified by the buyer by the local delivery service, realizing door-to-door delivery.
Ubest Shipping can provide customers with a complete DDP logistics solution from China to Malaysia, covering the entire operation, tax estimation, customs clearance coordination and last-mile delivery, helping customers to achieve an easy, compliant and efficient cross-border trade experience.
Customs Clearance and Duties from China to Malaysia
Goods imported from China to Malaysia also need to go through customs clearance and pay the corresponding import taxes and fees. Imported goods are usually subject to import duties, sales tax (SST), and other taxes or regulatory requirements that may apply to specific goods.
The customs declaration process includes submitting necessary documents, such as commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin (CO), product data sheets, etc. Some goods may also require import permits or compliance certifications from specific Malaysian agencies (such as food, medicines, electronic products, etc.). During the customs clearance process, customs has the right to conduct physical inspections and valuation reviews of goods.
In Malaysia, the sales tax (SST) is usually 5% or 10%, depending on the type of goods; some goods may be tax-free. Import tariffs are calculated according to the customs code (HS Code), and different tariff rates apply to different products.
Product | HS Code | Duty Rate (%) | Typical VAT Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Electronics | 85 | 10-30 | 10 |
Textiles | 63 | 5-20 | 10 |
94 | 0-10 | 10 | |
Machinery | 84 | 5-30 | 10 |
Toys | 95 | 0-5 | 10 |
Pharmaceuticals | 30 | 0-15 | 10 |
Automobile Parts | 87 | 10-35 | 10 |
Plastics | 39 | 5-25 | 10 |
Agricultural Products | 07 | 0-5 | 10 |
Footwear | 64 | 5-15 | 10 |
Best Freight Forwarder from China to Malaysia
Choosing the right freight forwarder is crucial for shipping from China to Malaysia. Ubest Shipping has become the preferred agent for many customers with its rich international logistics experience, global transportation network and professional operation team.
As an experienced logistics company, we provide a variety of transportation methods from sea and air . Customers can choose the most suitable transportation method according to the type of goods and timeliness requirements. Our advantage is that we can provide personalized logistics solutions according to the different needs of customers to ensure that every link is efficient and safe.
Ubest Shipping will help you track the status of cargo transportation throughout the process, solve various problems such as customs clearance and insurance, and ensure that your goods arrive in Romania smoothly and are delivered on time.