The whole import, not just the freight
Freight is the most expensive part of the puzzle, but rarely the only one that decides the outcome. Customs clearance, supplier verification and consolidation can each swallow or double the saving you won on the freight rate.
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Indicative figures| Mode | Transit time | Cost | Best for | Limitations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sea | 32–45 days | Lowest per unit of volume | Volume with no hard deadline; the default for most goods | Longest transit; with FCL, demurrage and detention risk |
| Rail | 18–28 days | Roughly twice sea, far below air | Mid-value goods when 40 days is too long | Variable capacity; restrictions on dangerous goods and liquids |
| Air | 5–9 days | Highest per kilogram | High-margin goods, stock top-ups, samples | Volumetric weight ÷6000; batteries and aerosols restricted |
| Express courier | 3–6 days | Economical to roughly 70–100 kg | Samples, small batches, urgent stockouts | Volumetric weight ÷5000; above ~100 kg air cargo is often cheaper |
Cost is shown relatively, because absolute rates move week to week. For a range on your own cargo, use the freight calculator.
Freight
Choosing a mode is a trade-off between time and cost. Here is each one in detail.
Import support
Everything that happens around the carriage itself — and usually what decides whether a shipment runs without surprises.
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