💰 Current Freight Rates
| Weight | Rate (USD / KG) |
|---|---|
| 1 KG | USD 22.47 |
| 2 KG | USD 15.53 |
| 3 KG | USD 13.21 |
| 4 KG | USD 12.06 |
| 5 KG | USD 11.36 |
| 6 KG | USD 12.06 |
| 7 KG | USD 11.56 |
| 8 KG | USD 11.19 |
| 9 KG | USD 10.90 |
| 10 KG | USD 10.67 |
| 11 KG | USD 11.11 |
| 12 KG | USD 10.90 |
| 13 KG | USD 10.72 |
| 14 KG | USD 10.57 |
| 15 KG | USD 10.44 |
| 16 KG | USD 10.32 |
| 17 KG | USD 11.03 |
| 18 KG | USD 10.90 |
| 19 KG | USD 10.78 |
| 20 KG | USD 10.67 |
📋 Service Details
China to Belgium — Air Small Parcel FO-SIM-1
Express air small-parcel service from China to Belgium, covering packages from 0.5 KG up to 50 KG. Channel FO-SIM-1 applies a volumetric divisor of 8,000 (2x volumetric-free). Chargeable weight = max(actual weight, L × W × H cm ÷ 8,000). Minimum billable weight: 50 g. All prices displayed in USD.
Current Rate — 2026-05-14
| Weight Range | Rate (USD/KG) |
|---|---|
| 0 – 2 KG | USD 8.39 |
| 2 – 20 KG | USD 8.39 |
Shipments entering Belgium must comply with Belgian Customs and Excise. 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: Belgium nationwide (remote islands and military addresses excluded).
Weight: 0.5 KG – 50 KG per parcel.
Volumetric divisor: 8,000 — 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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Get a Quote →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 Belgium:
External resources are provided for reference and open in a new tab. Always confirm current rules with your customs broker before shipping.
📊 China to Belgium — 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.
🧰 Free 3D Loading Tools for This Air Route
This page covers a Air freight service from China to Belgium. Use the matching tool below to plan your cargo before requesting a quote.
3D Carton Packing Calculator
Air freight to Belgium 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 →✅ Belgium Air Freight Checklist
- Confirm whether the Belgium rate includes fuel and security surcharges or lists them separately.
- Label every carton with destination, carton number, and total count (e.g. 3/12).
- Book 2-3 days before your target ETD; same-day air bookings usually carry premium rates.
- Compare volumetric weight (L×W×H÷6000) with actual weight — the higher one is billed.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Air Small Parcel – FO-SIM-1 from China to Belgium 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 Belgium?
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.
Which ports or airports does this route use into Belgium?
Sea cargo to Belgium 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.
When does capacity tighten on the China–Belgium 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.
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.
What certification is needed to import into Belgium?
For regulated goods, plan for: CE marking + IOSS for low-value parcels. Missing conformity paperwork is the most common clearance hold with the national EU customs authority, so confirm requirements for your HS code before shipping.
📈 Historical Price Records
All price updates are recorded here. Use the weekly tabs to browse older entries.
| Date | 0-2KG | 2-20KG |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-20Latest | USD 22.47 | USD 15.52 |
| 2026-07-17 | USD 22.39 | USD 15.44 |
| 2026-07-14 | USD 22.37 | USD 15.43 |
| 2026-07-07 | USD 22.35 | USD 15.40 |
| 2026-07-03 | USD 22.36 | USD 15.42 |
| 2026-07-02 | USD 22.35 | USD 15.40 |
| 2026-06-30 | USD 22.36 | USD 15.41 |
| 2026-06-23 | USD 22.35 | USD 15.40 |
| 2026-06-15 | USD 22.38 | USD 15.43 |
| 2026-06-08 | USD 22.38 | USD 15.43 |
| 2026-05-14 | USD 22.33 | USD 15.39 |
Price Trend
⭐ Customer Reviews
What customers say about shipping to Belgium with us.
🇧🇪 Belgium
We tested this lane to Belgium with a mid-volume order. Cost structure was transparent from day one. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
Used this route for a replenishment of fashion accessories to Belgium. The parcel was collected from our supplier in Guangzhou on day one, was in Brussels by day six, and delivered the following morning. Our customer signed for it with no customs paperwork needed on their end — which is the whole point of DDP. Clean, professional, repeatable.
This was a DDP shipment to Belgium for mixed cartons. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
We tested this lane to Belgium with a mid-volume order. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Alles lief planmassig bis zur Zustellung.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Belgium. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Belgium through this team. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
Honestly disappointed. The parcel sat in the origin warehouse for three days with no status update and we had to chase repeatedly to get information. When it finally moved, it missed the quoted transit window by almost a week. To be fair, the goods arrived undamaged and there were no extra charges, but the communication was poor throughout. We've switched to a different channel for Belgium since.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Belgium through this team. Cost structure was transparent from day one. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Sehr gute Kommunikation und saubere Abwicklung.
We tested this lane to Belgium with a mid-volume order. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Alles lief planmassig bis zur Zustellung.
This was a DDP shipment to Belgium for mixed cartons. Cost structure was transparent from day one. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
This was a DDP shipment to Belgium for mixed cartons. The delivery booking matched the promised window. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Belgium. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Belgium. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Belgium through this team. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Would use the same line again for general cargo. Sehr gute Kommunikation und saubere Abwicklung.
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