💰 Current Freight Rates
| Weight | Rate (USD / KG) |
|---|---|
| 1 KG | USD 23.10 |
| 2 KG | USD 23.10 |
| 3 KG | USD 23.10 |
| 4 KG | USD 23.10 |
| 5 KG | USD 23.10 |
| 6 KG | USD 30.04 |
| 7 KG | USD 30.04 |
| 8 KG | USD 30.04 |
| 9 KG | USD 30.04 |
| 10 KG | USD 30.04 |
| 11 KG | USD 36.99 |
| 12 KG | USD 36.99 |
| 13 KG | USD 36.99 |
| 14 KG | USD 36.99 |
| 15 KG | USD 36.99 |
| 16 KG | USD 36.99 |
| 17 KG | USD 50.88 |
| 18 KG | USD 50.88 |
| 19 KG | USD 50.88 |
| 20 KG | USD 50.88 |
📋 Service Details
China to Estonia — Air Small Parcel FO-SI12-1
Express air small-parcel service from China to Estonia, covering packages from 0.5 KG up to 50 KG. Channel FO-SI12-1 applies a volumetric divisor of 12,000 (volumetric ÷ 12,000). Chargeable weight = max(actual weight, L × W × H cm ÷ 12,000). Minimum billable weight: 50 g. All prices displayed in USD.
Current Rate — 2026-05-14
| Weight Range | Rate (USD/KG) |
|---|---|
| 0 – 2 KG | USD 9.10 |
| 2 – 20 KG | USD 9.10 |
Shipments entering Estonia must comply with Estonian Tax and Customs Board. B2C parcels valued below €150 may qualify for IOSS simplified import. Goods above €150 are subject to customs duties plus local VAT.
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ℹ️ Additional Information
Service Coverage & Restrictions
Coverage: Estonia nationwide (remote islands and military addresses excluded).
Weight: 0.5 KG – 50 KG per parcel.
Volumetric divisor: 12,000 — higher of actual or volumetric weight is billed.
Declared value: Must not exceed €150. Accurate HS codes mandatory.
Prohibited Items
- Dangerous goods and hazardous materials
- Lithium batteries (standalone or oversized) — enquire for battery channels
- Counterfeit or brand-infringing goods
- Liquids, powders, and pastes exceeding airline limits
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Once your shipment is in transit you may want to verify status or look up official duty rates. The following third-party tools and government portals are often useful for shipments to Estonia:
External resources are provided for reference and open in a new tab. Always confirm current rules with your customs broker before shipping.
📊 China to Estonia — Shipping Reference Data
| Main air gateways | the main gateway airport |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | the national EU customs authority |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | EUR 150 |
| Import tax & duty regime | Import VAT 17–27%; duty 0–12% by TARIC |
| Local currency | EUR |
| Typical clearance / dwell time | 3–6 days |
| Peak / busy season | Sep–Nov |
| Conformity & certification | CE marking + IOSS for low-value parcels |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Air Small Parcel – FO-SI12-1 from China to Estonia take?
Air freight on this route runs about 5–10 business days door-to-door, plus roughly 3–6 days of clearance/dwell once it reaches the gateway. All times include customs clearance under DDP terms.
What duties and taxes apply when importing into Estonia?
Clearance is handled by the national EU customs authority. The regime is: Import VAT 17–27%; duty 0–12% by TARIC, with a de-minimis position of EUR 150. Under DDP these are pre-paid, so nothing is collected on arrival.
When does capacity tighten on the China–Estonia lane?
Space and rates tighten around Sep–Nov, plus the China-side windows of Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (early Oct). Book 1–2 weeks earlier in these periods.
How is the shipping cost on this route calculated?
We compare actual gross weight against volumetric weight (L×W×H ÷ 6000) and charge the greater, rounded up to the next kilogram, then apply the per-KG rate shown in the table above.
Which ports or airports does this route use into Estonia?
Sea cargo to Estonia clears through Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg; air freight clears via the main gateway airport. We route through whichever gateway gives the fastest onward delivery to your address and build it into the DDP price.
In what currency is this route priced and paid?
Freight is quoted and invoiced in USD; the destination-side currency is EUR. Payment is typically due before departure, and DDP means you settle the full landed cost once.
📈 Historical Price Records
All price updates are recorded here. Use the weekly tabs to browse older entries.
| Date | 0-2KG | 2-20KG |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-08Latest | USD 23.10 | USD 23.10 |
| 2026-05-14 | USD 23.06 | USD 23.06 |
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