💰 Current Freight Rates
Price data updating. Contact us for current rates.
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 Indonesia 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
China to Indonesia Sea Freight — how the lane runs
This is our sea freight service from China to Indonesia. Departure is from Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Yiwu or Shanghai; entry is through Tanjung Priok (Jakarta), Tanjung Perak (Surabaya), Belawan (Medan), with clearance handled by Directorate General of Customs and Excise (Bea Cukai).
Indonesia is the most paperwork-heavy market in ASEAN. The USD 3 de-minimis means practically every shipment is dutiable, and Permendag import restrictions cover exactly the categories most China buyers ship — textiles, footwear, electronics, toys and cosmetics. Plan the licence position before booking, not after arrival.
Route facts
| Destination country | Indonesia |
|---|---|
| Region | Asia Pacific |
| Mode | Sea Freight |
| Gateways used | Tanjung Priok (Jakarta), Tanjung Perak (Surabaya), Belawan (Medan) |
| Transit, China to gateway | 6–11 calendar days |
| Clearance / dwell | 4–10 days |
| Peak season | Sep–Nov |
Delivery cities on this lane
Each city below has its own guide covering the gateway that serves it, the inland leg after clearance and the local delivery requirements.
- China to Jakarta — capital and the destination for most import volume. Via CGK air / Tanjung Priok sea; inland leg same day. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Bekasi — the largest industrial estate belt east of Jakarta. Via CGK air / Tanjung Priok sea; inland leg same day. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Tangerang — manufacturing and warehousing zone next to the airport. Via CGK air / Tanjung Priok sea; inland leg same day. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Bandung — textile and garment manufacturing centre in West Java. Via CGK air / Tanjung Priok sea; inland leg +1 day. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Surabaya — East Java's commercial capital and second port. Via SUB air / Tanjung Perak sea; inland leg same day. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Semarang — Central Java port city and furniture export base. Via Tanjung Emas sea; inland leg same day. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Medan — North Sumatra hub for plantation and consumer goods. Via KNO air / Belawan sea; inland leg same day. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Makassar — eastern Indonesia distribution gateway. Via UPG air / Makassar sea; inland leg +1 day. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Denpasar — Bali tourism economy and hospitality supply. Via DPS air / Benoa sea; inland leg +1 day. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Batam — free trade zone island opposite Singapore. Via Batam sea / SIN air; inland leg same day. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Palembang — South Sumatra river port and regional centre. Via Boom Baru sea; inland leg +2 days. Sea Freight guide →
- China to Balikpapan — Kalimantan energy and mining service city. Via BPN air / Semayang sea; inland leg +2 days. Sea Freight guide →
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ℹ️ Additional Information
Clearance requirements into Indonesia
VAT 11%; duty 0–150%, with a 7.5% flat rate applied to many consumer parcels, plus income-tax prepayment (PPh) of 0.5–10%. The de-minimis position is USD 3 FOB — one of the lowest thresholds in the world.
Conformity: SNI mandatory standard for a long list of products; import licence (API-U/API-P) held by the consignee; Permendag restricted-goods rules for textiles, footwear, electronics and toys.
Known friction points: Goods on the lartas restricted list need a licence issued before the vessel arrives; retro-fixing after arrival is expensive. Used goods are broadly banned. Cosmetics and food need BPOM registration held locally.
Documents we file under DDP
- Commercial invoice showing HS codes and the true transaction value
- Packing list with carton count, gross and net weight, and dimensions
- Bill of lading
- Certificate of origin where it reduces the duty rate
- Product certification or conformity documents where the commodity requires them
Packing notes
- Chargeable weight is the greater of actual gross weight and volumetric weight (L×W×H ÷ 1000 for LCL chargeable volume)
- Use ISPM-15 treated wood for any pallet or crate — untreated timber is a common hold
- Mark every carton with the consignee name, city and carton number of total
- Declare lithium batteries, magnets, liquids and powders before booking, not after
Other modes into Indonesia
Duty rates, thresholds and conformity rules change by ministerial decision. The figures here are buyer-planning references, not a customs ruling — confirm the current position for your HS code with Directorate General of Customs and Excise (Bea Cukai) or your broker before shipping.
📊 China to Indonesia — Shipping Reference Data
| Main sea gateways | Tanjung Priok (Jakarta), Tanjung Perak (Surabaya), Belawan (Medan) |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | Directorate General of Customs and Excise (Bea Cukai) |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | USD 3 FOB — one of the lowest thresholds in the world |
| Import tax & duty regime | VAT 11%; duty 0–150%, with a 7.5% flat rate applied to many consumer parcels, plus income-tax prepayment (PPh) of 0.5–10% |
| Local currency | IDR |
| Typical clearance / dwell time | 4–10 days |
| Peak / busy season | Sep–Nov |
| Conformity & certification | SNI mandatory standard for a long list of products; import licence (API-U/API-P) held by the consignee; Permendag restricted-goods rules for textiles, footwear, electronics and toys |
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 Indonesia. Use the matching tool below to plan your cargo before requesting a quote.
3D Container Loading Planner
Sea freight to Indonesia prices by CBM or container — plan your 20GP/40GP/40HQ loading in 3D, compare utilization, and see exactly how many cartons fit before you commit to a booking.
Open Container Planner →✅ Indonesia Sea Freight Checklist
- Reserve loading space 5-7 days before the sailing cut-off for this route during peak season.
- Declare accurate gross weight — VGM misdeclaration delays vessels and triggers fines.
- Ask whether the quote includes destination port charges in Indonesia or only ocean freight.
- Verify the receiver's customs import capability in Indonesia for DDP terms before booking.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Sea DDP Door-to-Door from China to Indonesia take?
Sea freight on this route runs about 25–45 calendar days door-to-door, plus roughly 4–10 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 Indonesia?
Clearance is handled by Directorate General of Customs and Excise (Bea Cukai). The regime is: VAT 11%; duty 0–150%, with a 7.5% flat rate applied to many consumer parcels, plus income-tax prepayment (PPh) of 0.5–10%, with a de-minimis position of USD 3 FOB — one of the lowest thresholds in the world. Under DDP these are pre-paid, so nothing is collected on arrival.
What documents are required for customs clearance in Indonesia?
Directorate General of Customs and Excise (Bea Cukai) typically requires a commercial invoice with HS codes, a packing list, the bill of lading/air waybill, a certificate of origin (may lower duty), and any product certification (SNI mandatory standard for a long list of products; import licence (API-U/API-P) held by the consignee; Permendag restricted-goods rules for textiles, footwear, electronics and toys). We file these under DDP.
In what currency is this route priced and paid?
Freight is quoted and invoiced in USD; the destination-side currency is IDR. Payment is typically due before departure, and DDP means you settle the full landed cost once.
Which ports or airports does this route use into Indonesia?
Sea cargo to Indonesia clears through Tanjung Priok (Jakarta), Tanjung Perak (Surabaya), Belawan (Medan); air freight clears via CGK (Jakarta), SUB (Surabaya), DPS (Denpasar). 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–Indonesia 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.
⭐ Customer Reviews
What customers say about shipping to Indonesia with us.
🇮🇩 Indonesia
This was a DDP shipment to Indonesia for mixed cartons. Door delivery was arranged with minimal back and forth. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Indonesia. The handover and document checks were efficient. 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 Indonesia through this team. Door delivery was arranged with minimal back and forth. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Giao hang dung hen va khong co phi phat sinh bat ngo.
This was a DDP shipment to Indonesia for mixed cartons. The handover and document checks were efficient. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
This was a DDP shipment to Indonesia for mixed cartons. The handover and document checks were efficient. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Theo doi lo hang ro rang trong suot qua trinh.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Indonesia through this team. Door delivery was arranged with minimal back and forth. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Indonesia. The handover and document checks were efficient. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Giao hang dung hen va khong co phi phat sinh bat ngo.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Indonesia through this team. Door delivery was arranged with minimal back and forth. 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 Indonesia. The handover and document checks were efficient. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Giao hang dung hen va khong co phi phat sinh bat ngo.
We tested this lane to Indonesia with a mid-volume order. Door delivery was arranged with minimal back and forth. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
We tested this lane to Indonesia with a mid-volume order. Door delivery was arranged with minimal back and forth. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Theo doi lo hang ro rang trong suot qua trinh.
We tested this lane to Indonesia with a mid-volume order. Door delivery was arranged with minimal back and forth. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Theo doi lo hang ro rang trong suot qua trinh.
Great tracking visibility throughout the shipment. The team answered questions promptly via WhatsApp.
Solid option for sea freight. Communication could be slightly faster but no major issues.
Shipment arrived on schedule with zero issues at customs. DDP pricing was exactly as quoted, no surprise charges. Highly recommend.
The pricing is fair and the process is straightforward. Took a bit longer than estimated but no damage to goods.
The price was competitive. Had a slight issue with customs documentation but it was resolved without extra cost.
Professional service from start to finish. Clear communication throughout, and my cargo cleared customs without any problems.
Reasonable transit time. The documentation handling was professional and customs clearance was smooth.
Inland Delivery Coverage — Indonesia
We deliver beyond the arrival gateway. Each city below has its own destination guide covering the gateway it clears through, typical inland transit time and the local customs picture.
Note — these are reference guides, not quotes. The city pages describe routing, gateways and clearance for each destination. They do not carry rate tables. For pricing to any city listed here, use the rate table on this page or ask us for a quote.
- Jakarta CGK air / Tanjung Priok sea inland same day Guide only — no rates
- Bekasi CGK air / Tanjung Priok sea inland same day Guide only — no rates
- Tangerang CGK air / Tanjung Priok sea inland same day Guide only — no rates
- Bandung CGK air / Tanjung Priok sea inland +1 day Guide only — no rates
- Surabaya SUB air / Tanjung Perak sea inland same day Guide only — no rates
- Semarang Tanjung Emas sea inland same day Guide only — no rates
- Medan KNO air / Belawan sea inland same day Guide only — no rates
- Makassar UPG air / Makassar sea inland +1 day Guide only — no rates
- Denpasar DPS air / Benoa sea inland +1 day Guide only — no rates
- Batam Batam sea / SIN air inland same day Guide only — no rates
- Palembang Boom Baru sea inland +2 days Guide only — no rates
- Balikpapan BPN air / Semayang sea inland +2 days Guide only — no rates
Shipping Indonesia 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.
- Umbrellas Consumer Goods & Gifts
- Private Label Products E-commerce & Retail Channels
- Bolts Metal Products & Industrial Components
- CNC Machines General Machinery & Industrial Equipment
- Industrial Furnaces General Machinery & Industrial Equipment
- Solar Inverter New Energy, Power & Electrical
- Energy Storage System New Energy, Power & Electrical
- Building Materials Building Materials & Construction Products
- Construction Hardware Building Materials & Construction Products
- Plastic Products Plastics, Rubber & Packaging
- Ceramic Tableware Glass & Ceramic Products
- 5G Equipment Telecom, Computing & Data Centre
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