💰 Current Freight Rates
| Weight / Volume | Rate (USD / CBM) |
|---|---|
| 1CBM+ CBM | USD 520.44 |
📋 Service Details
About This Service
International freight from China to Madagascar via Sea DDP w/Tax. All duties and taxes included (DDP).
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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 Madagascar:
External resources are provided for reference and open in a new tab. Always confirm current rules with your customs broker before shipping.
📊 China to Madagascar — Shipping Reference Data
| Main sea gateways | the main commercial seaport |
|---|---|
| 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 Sea Route
This page covers a Sea freight service from China to Madagascar. Use the matching tool below to plan your cargo before requesting a quote.
3D Container Loading Planner
Maximize every CBM on this route: load your carton list into the 3D container planner, check space and payload utilization, and download the loading plan for your forwarder.
Open Container Planner →✅ Madagascar Sea Freight Checklist
- Photograph the container number, seal, and loading process for insurance evidence.
- Check pallet vs floor-loading: floor loading typically fits 8-12% more cartons per container.
- Ask whether the quote includes destination port charges in Madagascar or only ocean freight.
- Declare accurate gross weight — VGM misdeclaration delays vessels and triggers fines.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Sea DDP w/Tax from China to Madagascar take?
Sea freight on this route runs about 25–45 calendar 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 Madagascar?
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 Madagascar?
Sea cargo to Madagascar 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.
Can you ship special cargo (batteries, branded goods) to Madagascar?
Yes — battery goods by sea follow UN3480/UN3481 rules with an MSDS; we prepare the dangerous-goods paperwork as part of DDP into the main commercial seaport. Surcharges apply.
When does capacity tighten on the China–Madagascar lane?
Space and rates tighten around Oct–Dec, plus the China-side windows of Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (early Oct). Book 1–2 weeks earlier in these periods.
What does DDP shipping to Madagascar include on this route?
DDP means one price covering freight, the duty/tax owed to the national customs service, and last-mile delivery to your door in Madagascar. There are no surprise charges at destination.
📈 Historical Price Records
All price updates are recorded here. Use the weekly tabs to browse older entries.
| Date | 1CBM+ |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-20Latest | USD 520.44 |
| 2026-07-17 | USD 515.44 |
| 2026-07-14 | USD 515.42 |
| 2026-07-07 | USD 515.40 |
| 2026-07-03 | USD 515.41 |
| 2026-07-02 | USD 515.40 |
| 2026-06-30 | USD 515.40 |
| 2026-06-23 | USD 515.40 |
| 2026-06-15 | USD 515.43 |
| 2026-06-08 | USD 515.42 |
| 2026-05-19 | USD 515.38 |
| 2026-05-14 | USD 515.38 |
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⭐ Customer Reviews
What customers say about shipping to Madagascar with us.
🇲🇬 Madagascar
We tested this lane to Madagascar with a mid-volume order. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
We tested this lane to Madagascar with a mid-volume order. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Ufuatiliaji ulikuwa mzuri mpaka mzigo kufika.
This was a DDP shipment to Madagascar for mixed cartons. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Madagascar. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Huduma ilikuwa nzuri na mizigo ilifika salama.
This was a DDP shipment to Madagascar for mixed cartons. The route worked well for general cargo. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Ufuatiliaji ulikuwa mzuri mpaka mzigo kufika.
We tested this lane to Madagascar with a mid-volume order. The route worked well for general cargo. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Madagascar through this team. The route worked well for general cargo. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
We tested this lane to Madagascar with a mid-volume order. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Madagascar through this team. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Huduma ilikuwa nzuri na mizigo ilifika salama.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Madagascar. The route worked well for general cargo. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
This was a DDP shipment to Madagascar for mixed cartons. The route worked well for general cargo. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Ufuatiliaji ulikuwa mzuri mpaka mzigo kufika.
This was a DDP shipment to Madagascar for mixed cartons. The route worked well for general cargo. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
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