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Full Weight-Tier Rate Cards
Detailed per-weight pricing for every active route from China to Ireland.
Each tier reflects the published rate at that exact weight — useful for accurate budgeting at common shipment sizes.
💡 Enter the actual gross weight of your shipment in kilograms. If you're unsure, fill in the volume fields below and we'll calculate it for you.
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Non-integers rounded up. Larger of actual vs volumetric is used.
Total chargeable weight = weight per box × number of boxes.
⚠️ When you have not filled in the volume information, our prices may be inaccurate.
Price Trend — Ireland Air Freight
Historical freight rates from China to Ireland for 10 KG shipments. Data sourced from live carrier price feeds.
China to Ireland — Shipping Reference Data
Verified shipping reference data for the China → Ireland lane:
Main air gateways
the main international gateway airport
Destination customs authority
the national EU customs authority
De-minimis / duty-free threshold
EUR 150 (duty-free threshold)
Import tax & duty regime
Import VAT 17–27% by member state; duty 0–12% by TARIC code
Local currency
EUR
Typical port/airport dwell time
3–6 days
Peak / busy season
Sep–Nov
Conformity & certification
CE marking + IOSS for low-value B2C parcels
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
E-Commerce Freight
E-Commerce Small Batch Shipping
The 10 KG range is typical for small e-commerce restock orders and initial trial shipments. Air freight is the standard choice here — it offers the best balance of cost and speed, and most DDP air channels accept shipments from 21 KG upward. This weight falls into the LCL (Less-than-Container-Load) air category.
Standard minimum for air freight DDP channels (most require 21 KG+)
Common for: phone cases, accessories, clothing, cosmetics
Amazon FBA replenishment orders at this weight use air for speed
Declare accurate HS codes to avoid customs delays in Ireland
🧰 Free 3D Loading Tools for Air Freight
This page covers Air Freight from China to Ireland. Plan your cargo with the matching tool before requesting a quote.
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3D Carton Packing Calculator
Optimize cartons before tendering cargo to Ireland: build the packing plan in 3D and download it for your supplier or forwarder.
Actual vs. volumetric weight — carriers charge whichever is higher (L×W×H÷6000 for air)
Cargo type surcharge — batteries, liquids, and branded goods carry additional fees
Peak season surcharges — Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (Oct) add 15–30%
Destination area — Ireland may have remote area surcharges for certain postal codes
Declared value — customs duties are calculated on CIF value
Customs & Documentation for Ireland
De minimis threshold — shipments below local tax threshold may clear duty-free
Required documents: commercial invoice, packing list, and accurate HS codes
DDP service includes all import duties — you pay one total price with no surprises
Battery and liquid goods require additional certification documents
EU IOSS/VAT registration may be required for e-commerce shipments above EUR 150
CE certification required for electronic goods sold to EU consumers
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to ship from China to Ireland?
Current rates for shipping from China to Ireland start at USD 9.94/KG via EU Air Small Parcel FO-SI6-1. For 10 KG, the estimated total is approximately USD 99, with all duties paid under DDP. Final landed cost depends on the Import VAT 17–27% by member state; duty 0–12% by TARIC code applied by the national EU customs authority.
What duties and taxes apply when importing into Ireland?
Imports into Ireland are assessed by the national EU customs authority. The applicable regime is: Import VAT 17–27% by member state; duty 0–12% by TARIC code. The duty-free / de-minimis position is EUR 150 (duty-free threshold). Under our DDP service these charges are pre-paid and included in the per-KG price, so there is nothing to settle on arrival.
When is the busy season for shipping to Ireland?
Capacity to Ireland tightens around Sep–Nov, on top of the China-side surcharge windows of Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (early Oct). Booking 1–2 weeks earlier during these windows protects both space and rate.
What is the transit time for Air Freight from China to Ireland?
Air Freight from China to Ireland runs 5–10 business days, covering supplier pickup, consolidation, transit, clearance by the national EU customs authority, and last-mile delivery. Best suited to: time-sensitive goods, high-value items, small shipments.
Which ports and airports handle China shipments to Ireland?
Sea freight to Ireland typically routes through Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg, while air freight clears via the main international gateway airport. We pick the gateway with the best onward delivery time to your final address and price it into the DDP rate.
How is chargeable weight calculated for Ireland shipments?
We compare actual gross weight against volumetric weight (L×W×H ÷ 6000 for air) and charge whichever is greater, rounded up to the next kilogram. For 10 KG this matters most when cargo is light but bulky — consolidating cartons can drop you into a cheaper bracket.
What certifications are required to import into Ireland?
For regulated goods entering Ireland, plan for: CE marking + IOSS for low-value B2C parcels. Missing conformity paperwork is the most common cause of clearance holds with the national EU customs authority, so confirm requirements for your HS code before the cargo leaves China.
How long does shipping from China to Ireland take?
Door-to-door transit to Ireland: air freight 5–10 business days, sea LCL 30–50 days, sea FCL 28–45 days, and rail 18–28 days. On arrival, allow roughly 3–6 days of clearance/dwell at the gateway. All times include customs clearance under DDP.
