💰 Current Freight Rates
| Weight | Rate (USD / KG) |
|---|---|
| 150 KG | USD 31.99 |
| 200 KG | USD 31.88 |
| 505 KG | USD 30.64 |
| 850 KG | USD 30.70 |
| 1700 KG | USD 30.79 |
| 2500 KG | USD 30.77 |
| 3400 KG | USD 30.49 |
Trade Terms Explained — Who Pays for What
The rate above is quoted on one specific trade term. Change the term and you change how much of the journey to Mali is already inside the price. The table below maps the eleven common Incoterms® against the twelve cost stages of a door-to-door shipment, so you can see exactly where our responsibility ends and yours begins.
- Seller — Cost and arrangement sit with the seller / shipper.
- Buyer — Cost and arrangement sit with the buyer / consignee.
- Negotiable — Not fixed by the rule — agree it in the contract.
| Term | 1 Loading on truck | 2 Export customs declaration | 3 Carriage to port of export | 4 Unloading at port of export | 5 Loading on vessel / aircraft | 6 Main carriage | 7 Cargo insurance | 8 Unloading at port of import | 9 Loading on truck at import | 10 Carriage to destination | 11 Import customs clearance | 12 Import duties & taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXW Ex Works | Buyer Buyer — Loading on truck | Buyer Buyer — Export customs declaration | Buyer Buyer — Carriage to port of export | Buyer Buyer — Unloading at port of export | Buyer Buyer — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Buyer Buyer — Main carriage | Buyer Buyer — Cargo insurance | Buyer Buyer — Unloading at port of import | Buyer Buyer — Loading on truck at import | Buyer Buyer — Carriage to destination | Buyer Buyer — Import customs clearance | Buyer Buyer — Import duties & taxes |
| FCA Free Carrier | Seller Seller — Loading on truck | Seller Seller — Export customs declaration | Buyer Buyer — Carriage to port of export | Buyer Buyer — Unloading at port of export | Buyer Buyer — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Buyer Buyer — Main carriage | Buyer Buyer — Cargo insurance | Buyer Buyer — Unloading at port of import | Buyer Buyer — Loading on truck at import | Buyer Buyer — Carriage to destination | Buyer Buyer — Import customs clearance | Buyer Buyer — Import duties & taxes |
| FAS Free Alongside Ship | Seller Seller — Loading on truck | Seller Seller — Export customs declaration | Seller Seller — Carriage to port of export | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of export | Buyer Buyer — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Buyer Buyer — Main carriage | Buyer Buyer — Cargo insurance | Buyer Buyer — Unloading at port of import | Buyer Buyer — Loading on truck at import | Buyer Buyer — Carriage to destination | Buyer Buyer — Import customs clearance | Buyer Buyer — Import duties & taxes |
| FOB Free On Board | Seller Seller — Loading on truck | Seller Seller — Export customs declaration | Seller Seller — Carriage to port of export | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of export | Seller Seller — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Buyer Buyer — Main carriage | Buyer Buyer — Cargo insurance | Buyer Buyer — Unloading at port of import | Buyer Buyer — Loading on truck at import | Buyer Buyer — Carriage to destination | Buyer Buyer — Import customs clearance | Buyer Buyer — Import duties & taxes |
| CFR Cost and Freight | Seller Seller — Loading on truck | Seller Seller — Export customs declaration | Seller Seller — Carriage to port of export | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of export | Seller Seller — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Seller Seller — Main carriage | Buyer Buyer — Cargo insurance | Buyer Buyer — Unloading at port of import | Buyer Buyer — Loading on truck at import | Buyer Buyer — Carriage to destination | Buyer Buyer — Import customs clearance | Buyer Buyer — Import duties & taxes |
| CIF Cost, Insurance and Freight | Seller Seller — Loading on truck | Seller Seller — Export customs declaration | Seller Seller — Carriage to port of export | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of export | Seller Seller — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Seller Seller — Main carriage | Seller Seller — Cargo insurance | Buyer Buyer — Unloading at port of import | Buyer Buyer — Loading on truck at import | Buyer Buyer — Carriage to destination | Buyer Buyer — Import customs clearance | Buyer Buyer — Import duties & taxes |
| CPT Carriage Paid To | Seller Seller — Loading on truck | Seller Seller — Export customs declaration | Seller Seller — Carriage to port of export | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of export | Seller Seller — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Seller Seller — Main carriage | Negotiable Negotiable — Cargo insurance | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of import | Seller Seller — Loading on truck at import | Seller Seller — Carriage to destination | Buyer Buyer — Import customs clearance | Buyer Buyer — Import duties & taxes |
| CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid | Seller Seller — Loading on truck | Seller Seller — Export customs declaration | Seller Seller — Carriage to port of export | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of export | Seller Seller — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Seller Seller — Main carriage | Seller Seller — Cargo insurance | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of import | Seller Seller — Loading on truck at import | Seller Seller — Carriage to destination | Buyer Buyer — Import customs clearance | Buyer Buyer — Import duties & taxes |
| DAT Delivered At Terminal (DPU) | Seller Seller — Loading on truck | Seller Seller — Export customs declaration | Seller Seller — Carriage to port of export | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of export | Seller Seller — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Seller Seller — Main carriage | Negotiable Negotiable — Cargo insurance | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of import | Buyer Buyer — Loading on truck at import | Buyer Buyer — Carriage to destination | Buyer Buyer — Import customs clearance | Buyer Buyer — Import duties & taxes |
| DAP Delivered At Place | Seller Seller — Loading on truck | Seller Seller — Export customs declaration | Seller Seller — Carriage to port of export | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of export | Seller Seller — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Seller Seller — Main carriage | Negotiable Negotiable — Cargo insurance | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of import | Seller Seller — Loading on truck at import | Seller Seller — Carriage to destination | Buyer Buyer — Import customs clearance | Buyer Buyer — Import duties & taxes |
| DDP Delivered Duty Paid | Seller Seller — Loading on truck | Seller Seller — Export customs declaration | Seller Seller — Carriage to port of export | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of export | Seller Seller — Loading on vessel / aircraft | Seller Seller — Main carriage | Negotiable Negotiable — Cargo insurance | Seller Seller — Unloading at port of import | Seller Seller — Loading on truck at import | Seller Seller — Carriage to destination | Seller Seller — Import customs clearance | Seller Seller — Import duties & taxes |
EXW Ex Works
Buyer takes over at the seller's door and carries every cost from there. Lowest quoted price, highest buyer workload.
FCA Free Carrier
Seller clears the goods for export and hands them to the carrier the buyer nominated.
FAS Free Alongside Ship
Sea and inland waterway only. Seller delivers alongside the vessel; loading is on the buyer.
FOB Free On Board
Sea and inland waterway only. Risk passes once the goods are on board. The most common buying term.
CFR Cost and Freight
Seller pays the main carriage but carries no insurance obligation; risk still passes on loading.
CIF Cost, Insurance and Freight
As CFR, plus the seller must buy and pay for cargo insurance (minimum cover unless you agree more).
CPT Carriage Paid To
Any mode. Seller pays carriage through to the named destination; insurance is not obligatory.
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
As CPT, plus the seller must insure the cargo through to the named destination.
DAT Delivered At Terminal (DPU)
Seller delivers unloaded at the named terminal. Renamed DPU (Delivered at Place Unloaded) in Incoterms® 2020.
DAP Delivered At Place
Seller delivers to your address ready for unloading; import clearance and duty stay with the buyer.
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
Seller carries everything through to your door, duty and tax included. Highest quoted price, least buyer workload.
Two things worth flagging. Under CIF and CIP the seller is obliged to buy cargo insurance and pay the premium; under every other term insurance is optional, and we recommend buyers arrange their own cover so a loss or damage in transit is recoverable. And this table is a working summary for planning purposes — the binding definitions are the ones published by the International Chamber of Commerce in the Incoterms® rules, so confirm the exact term wording in your sales contract before you ship.
📋 Service Details
About This Service
International freight from China to Mali via Air DDP Cleared. All duties and taxes included (duty-paid).
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ℹ️ Additional Information
Documentation Required
Commercial invoice, packing list, and accurate HS codes for all items.
Tracking & Customs Resources
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 Mali:
External resources are provided for reference and open in a new tab. Always confirm current rules with your customs broker before shipping.
📊 China to Mali — Shipping Reference Data
| Main air gateways | the primary international airport |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | the national customs service |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | No practical de-minimis |
| Import tax & duty regime | Import VAT + duty 5–35%; PSI common |
| Local currency | USD |
| Typical clearance / dwell time | 7–21 days |
| Peak / busy season | Oct–Dec |
| Conformity & certification | Pre-shipment conformity certificate |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
🧰 Free 3D Loading Tools for This Air Route
This page covers a Air freight service from China to Mali. Use the matching tool below to plan your cargo before requesting a quote.
3D Carton Packing Calculator
Air freight to Mali is billed on chargeable weight, so tight carton packing directly lowers your cost per shipment. Enter your product size and see the optimal carton layout in 3D before you book.
Open Packing Tool →✅ Mali Air Freight Checklist
- Confirm whether the Mali rate includes fuel and security surcharges or lists them separately.
- Lithium batteries and liquids need pre-approval on most air routes — declare them upfront.
- Book 2-3 days before your target ETD; same-day air bookings usually carry premium rates.
- Shrink-wrap and corner-protect cartons — air cargo is transloaded multiple times.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Air DDP Cleared from China to Mali take?
Air freight on this route runs about 5–10 business days door-to-door, plus roughly 7–21 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 Mali?
Clearance is handled by the national customs service. The regime is: Import VAT + duty 5–35%; PSI common, with a de-minimis position of No practical de-minimis. Under DDP these are pre-paid, so nothing is collected on arrival.
Which ports or airports does this route use into Mali?
Sea cargo to Mali clears through the main commercial seaport; air freight clears via the primary international 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 USD. Payment is typically due before departure, and DDP means you settle the full landed cost once.
What certification is needed to import into Mali?
For regulated goods, plan for: Pre-shipment conformity certificate. Missing conformity paperwork is the most common clearance hold with the national customs service, so confirm requirements for your HS code before shipping.
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.
📈 Historical Price Records
All price updates are recorded here. Use the weekly tabs to browse older entries.
| Date | 21-100 | 101 | 301 | 501 | 1001 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03Latest | — | USD 32.03 | USD 31.06 | USD 30.58 | USD 30.64 |
| 2026-07-30 | — | USD 32.02 | USD 31.05 | USD 30.57 | USD 30.64 |
| 2026-07-20 | — | USD 32.05 | USD 31.08 | USD 30.60 | USD 30.67 |
| 2026-07-17 | — | USD 31.74 | USD 30.78 | USD 30.30 | USD 30.37 |
| 2026-07-14 | — | USD 31.73 | USD 30.76 | USD 30.29 | USD 30.35 |
| 2026-07-07 | — | USD 31.70 | USD 30.74 | USD 30.27 | USD 30.33 |
| 2026-07-03 | — | USD 31.72 | USD 30.75 | USD 30.28 | USD 30.34 |
| 2026-07-02 | — | USD 31.70 | USD 30.74 | USD 30.27 | USD 30.33 |
| 2026-06-30 | — | USD 31.71 | USD 30.74 | USD 30.27 | USD 30.33 |
| 2026-06-23 | — | USD 31.70 | USD 30.73 | USD 30.26 | USD 30.32 |
| 2026-06-15 | — | USD 31.73 | USD 30.76 | USD 30.29 | USD 30.36 |
| 2026-06-08 | — | USD 31.73 | USD 30.76 | USD 30.29 | USD 30.35 |
| 2026-05-19 | — | USD 31.68 | USD 30.72 | USD 30.24 | USD 30.31 |
| 2026-05-14 | — | USD 31.68 | USD 30.72 | USD 30.25 | USD 30.31 |
| 2025-12-29 | — | USD 31.53 | USD 30.56 | USD 30.09 | USD 30.15 |
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⭐ Customer Reviews
What customers say about shipping to Mali with us.
🇲🇱 Mali
We tested this lane to Mali with a mid-volume order. We received updates without having to chase too much. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
This was a DDP shipment to Mali for mixed cartons. The rate was competitive for DDP service. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Mali through this team. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Process was smooth and the cargo arrived safely.
We tested this lane to Mali with a mid-volume order. We received updates without having to chase too much. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
We tested this lane to Mali with a mid-volume order. We received updates without having to chase too much. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Mali through this team. We received updates without having to chase too much. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Process was smooth and the cargo arrived safely.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Mali. The rate was competitive for DDP service. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
This was a DDP shipment to Mali for mixed cartons. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Good service overall and easier than our old channel.
This was a DDP shipment to Mali for mixed cartons. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Mali through this team. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Mali. The rate was competitive for DDP service. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Would use the same line again for general cargo. Process was smooth and the cargo arrived safely.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Mali. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Process was smooth and the cargo arrived safely.
Shipping Mali cargo by industry
This rate is for the lane. What decides whether the cargo arrives intact is the commodity — how it prices, how it must be packed and loaded, and which compliance step holds it at the border. These guides cover that per industry.
- Doors & Windows Building Materials & Construction Products
- Paper Packaging Wood, Bamboo & Paper Products
- Packaging Materials Plastics, Rubber & Packaging
- Connectors Electronic Components & Semiconductors
- Consumer Electronics Consumer Electronics & Smart Devices
- Air Conditioning Equipment Home Appliances, HVAC & Commercial
- Kitchenware Furniture & Home Products
- Home Textiles Textiles, Apparel, Footwear & Leather
- Medical Device Medical, Laboratory & Precision Instruments
- Personal Protective Equipment Fire, Safety & Traffic Products
- Beauty Equipment Beauty, Personal Care & Wellness
- Inflatable Products Toys, Sports, Outdoor & Leisure
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