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📋 Service Details
What to expect on the China–Peru Air Freight lane
This is our air freight service from China to Peru. Departure is from Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Yiwu or Shanghai; entry is through LIM (Lima Jorge Chávez), with clearance handled by SUNAT — Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas.
The Chancay megaport opened in late 2024 and created the first direct Shanghai–South America service, cutting roughly a week off the traditional Callao routing that transships in Mexico or Panama. For cargo destined to Lima it is now worth quoting Chancay and Callao separately — the difference in transit is material, and Chancay is positioning itself as a redistribution hub for the whole west coast.
Route facts
| Destination country | Peru |
|---|---|
| Region | Americas |
| Mode | Air Freight |
| Gateways used | LIM (Lima Jorge Chávez) |
| Transit, China to gateway | 4–6 business days |
| Clearance / dwell | 3–8 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 Lima — capital and the destination for most imports. Via LIM air / Chancay sea; inland leg same day. Air Freight guide →
- China to Callao — the port district adjoining Lima. Via LIM air / Callao sea; inland leg same day. Air Freight guide →
- China to Chancay — the new deepwater megaport north of Lima. Via LIM air / Chancay sea; inland leg same day. Air Freight guide →
- China to Arequipa — southern commercial and mining centre. Via AQP air / Matarani sea; inland leg +2 days. Air Freight guide →
- China to Trujillo — northern agro-industrial city. Via TRU air / Salaverry sea; inland leg +1 day. Air Freight guide →
- China to Chiclayo — northern regional trading hub. Via CIX air / Paita sea; inland leg +1 day. Air Freight guide →
- China to Cusco — tourism economy in the Andes. Via CUZ air / Callao sea; inland leg +2 days. Air Freight guide →
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ℹ️ Additional Information
What SUNAT — Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas will ask for
IGV 18%; duty 0–11%, with 0% on most goods under the China–Peru free trade agreement. The de-minimis position is USD 200 for courier consignments.
Conformity: Certificate of origin for FTA preference; DIGEMID or DIGESA registration for health and food products.
Known friction points: FTA preference requires a valid certificate of origin. Health, food and cosmetic products need consignee-side registration before arrival. Chancay's inland connections are still maturing — confirm the final trucking arrangement.
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
- Air waybill
- 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 ÷ 6000)
- 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 Peru
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 SUNAT — Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas or your broker before shipping.
📊 China to Peru — Shipping Reference Data
| Main air gateways | LIM (Lima Jorge Chávez) |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | SUNAT — Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | USD 200 for courier consignments |
| Import tax & duty regime | IGV 18%; duty 0–11%, with 0% on most goods under the China–Peru free trade agreement |
| Local currency | PEN |
| Typical clearance / dwell time | 3–8 days |
| Peak / busy season | Sep–Nov |
| Conformity & certification | Certificate of origin for FTA preference; DIGEMID or DIGESA registration for health and food products |
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 Peru. Use the matching tool below to plan your cargo before requesting a quote.
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Dimensional weight often decides the final air rate to Peru. Simulate your carton fill in 3D, including mixed products in one box, and export the packing plan for your supplier.
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- Compare volumetric weight (L×W×H÷6000) with actual weight — the higher one is billed.
- Label every carton with destination, carton number, and total count (e.g. 3/12).
- Lithium batteries and liquids need pre-approval on most air routes — declare them upfront.
- Shrink-wrap and corner-protect cartons — air cargo is transloaded multiple times.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Air DDP Door-to-Door from China to Peru take?
Air freight on this route runs about 5–10 business days door-to-door, plus roughly 3–8 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 Peru?
Clearance is handled by SUNAT — Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas. The regime is: IGV 18%; duty 0–11%, with 0% on most goods under the China–Peru free trade agreement, with a de-minimis position of USD 200 for courier consignments. Under DDP these are pre-paid, so nothing is collected on arrival.
What certification is needed to import into Peru?
For regulated goods, plan for: Certificate of origin for FTA preference; DIGEMID or DIGESA registration for health and food products. Missing conformity paperwork is the most common clearance hold with SUNAT — Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas, so confirm requirements for your HS code before shipping.
In what currency is this route priced and paid?
Freight is quoted and invoiced in USD; the destination-side currency is PEN. Payment is typically due before departure, and DDP means you settle the full landed cost once.
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.
What documents are required for customs clearance in Peru?
SUNAT — Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas 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 (Certificate of origin for FTA preference; DIGEMID or DIGESA registration for health and food products). We file these under DDP.
⭐ Customer Reviews
What customers say about shipping to Peru with us.
🇵🇪 Peru
This was a DDP shipment to Peru for mixed cartons. The goods were packed better than expected. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. La entrega fue ordenada y el seguimiento fue claro.
This was a DDP shipment to Peru for mixed cartons. The goods were packed better than expected. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Peru through this team. Lead time was realistic and easy to plan around. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Muy buen servicio y sin cargos sorpresa al final.
We tested this lane to Peru with a mid-volume order. Lead time was realistic and easy to plan around. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. La entrega fue ordenada y el seguimiento fue claro.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Peru. The goods were packed better than expected. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
We tested this lane to Peru with a mid-volume order. The goods were packed better than expected. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
This was a DDP shipment to Peru for mixed cartons. Lead time was realistic and easy to plan around. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. La entrega fue ordenada y el seguimiento fue claro.
This was a DDP shipment to Peru for mixed cartons. The goods were packed better than expected. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
We tested this lane to Peru with a mid-volume order. The goods were packed better than expected. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
We tested this lane to Peru with a mid-volume order. Lead time was realistic and easy to plan around. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Peru through this team. The goods were packed better than expected. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Muy buen servicio y sin cargos sorpresa al final.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Peru. The goods were packed better than expected. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
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