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Air Freight 100KG China to Germany — Live Rate [2026]

Live Air Freight rate for 100KG from China to Germany. from USD 6.0/KG DDP Service handles customs clearance and tax processing. Updated Jun 2026.

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2026-06-15 Last Updated

Current Rates — China to Germany (100 KG)

🟢 Updated 2026-06-15
Service Mode Rate (USD/KG) Total (100 KG) Details
Best Value Air DDP General Cargo ✈️ Air Freight USD 6.0 USD 595 View Details →
Air DDP Battery Cargo ✈️ Air Freight USD 6.3 USD 630 View Details →
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Full Weight-Tier Rate Cards

Detailed per-weight pricing for every active route from China to Germany. Each tier reflects the published rate at that exact weight — useful for accurate budgeting at common shipment sizes.

Air DDP General Cargo

✈️ Air Freight → DE
⭐ Best Value at 100 KG
📅 Updated 2026-06-15 📊 13 weight tiers 💱 USD pricing
Weight Rate (USD/KG) @ 100 KG
21 KG USD 7.66 USD 766.00
22 KG USD 7.57 USD 757.00
23 KG USD 7.79 USD 779.00
30 KG USD 7.29 USD 729.00
50 KG USD 6.78 USD 678.00
100 KG USD 5.95 USD 595.00
150 KG USD 5.90 USD 590.00
200 KG USD 5.81 USD 581.00
505 KG USD 5.46 USD 546.00
850 KG USD 5.51 USD 551.00
1700 KG USD 5.59 USD 559.00
2500 KG USD 5.58 USD 558.00
3400 KG USD 5.33 USD 533.00
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Air DDP Battery Cargo

✈️ Air Freight → DE
📅 Updated 2026-06-15 📊 13 weight tiers 💱 USD pricing
Weight Rate (USD/KG) @ 100 KG
21 KG USD 8.00 USD 800.00
22 KG USD 7.91 USD 791.00
23 KG USD 8.13 USD 813.00
30 KG USD 7.64 USD 764.00
50 KG USD 7.13 USD 713.00
100 KG USD 6.30 USD 630.00
150 KG USD 6.25 USD 625.00
200 KG USD 6.16 USD 616.00
505 KG USD 5.81 USD 581.00
850 KG USD 5.86 USD 586.00
1700 KG USD 5.94 USD 594.00
2500 KG USD 5.92 USD 592.00
3400 KG USD 5.68 USD 568.00
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Customer Reviews — China to Germany Shipping

Verified reviews from importers who have shipped with us to Germany.

🇩🇪 Germany

4.5 / 5 — Excellent (12 reviews)
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J***********r Germany
4.3
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

We tested this lane to Germany with a mid-volume order. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Alles lief planmassig bis zur Zustellung.

✔ Verified
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L**********r Germany
4.7
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

This was a DDP shipment to Germany for mixed cartons. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Alles lief planmassig bis zur Zustellung.

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M***********r Germany
4.7
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

Booked another door-to-door shipment to Germany through this team. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.

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P************s Germany
4.7
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

We used this route for a regular replenishment to Germany. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.

✔ Verified
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E**********t Germany
3.7
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

Booked another door-to-door shipment to Germany through this team. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.

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P**********r Germany
4
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

We used this route for a regular replenishment to Germany. Cost structure was transparent from day one. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Would use the same line again for general cargo.

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S***********r Germany
4.7
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

We tested this lane to Germany with a mid-volume order. The delivery booking matched the promised window. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.

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S************t Germany
4.7
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

We tested this lane to Germany with a mid-volume order. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Would use the same line again for general cargo.

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A**********r Germany
4.7
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

This was a DDP shipment to Germany for mixed cartons. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.

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J***********t Germany
5
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

We tested this lane to Germany with a mid-volume order. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Alles lief planmassig bis zur Zustellung.

✔ Verified
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S***********n Germany
4.7
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

This was a DDP shipment to Germany for mixed cartons. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.

✔ Verified
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A*********r Germany
4.7
Supplier Service
On-time Shipping
Goods Quality & Transit

This was a DDP shipment to Germany for mixed cartons. Cost structure was transparent from day one. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.

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Price Trend — Germany Air Freight

Historical freight rates from China to Germany for 100 KG shipments. Data sourced from live carrier price feeds.

China to Germany — Shipping Reference Data

The country-specific numbers we plan every Germany booking around:

Main air gateways FRA (Frankfurt), MUC (Munich), CGN (Cologne)
Destination customs authority German Customs (Zoll)
De-minimis / duty-free threshold EUR 150 (duty-free threshold; VAT from EUR 0)
Import tax & duty regime Import VAT 19%; duty 0–12% by TARIC code
Local currency EUR
Typical port/airport dwell time 3–6 days
Peak / busy season Sep–Nov
Conformity & certification CE marking + EU IOSS registration for B2C e-commerce

Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.

Mid-Volume

Mid-Volume Commercial Loads

At 100 KG you've crossed into commercial freight — heavy enough to earn competitive per-kilo rates, yet still in the window where air can out-perform ocean once you price in inventory time. Typical cargo on this band into Germany is electronics, apparel and general-goods replenishment.

  • Air channels start unlocking volume pricing around 100 KG
  • Ocean LCL (shared container) starts to make sense past ~150 KG
  • Expect a volumetric check — L×W×H ÷ 6000 for air
  • For European destinations, rail is a viable middle option at this weight

Which Shipping Method is Best for 100 KG?

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Rail Freight

Transit: 18–28 calendar days
Best at: Europe destinations over 50 KG
Europe only

Transit Times — China to Germany

MethodTransit TimeNotes
Air Freight DDP5–10 business daysFrom China warehouse to Germany door
Sea Freight LCL30–50 calendar daysShared container to Germany port + delivery
Rail Freight DDP18–28 calendar daysTrain via Central Asia to Germany
Express Courier3–7 business daysDHL/FedEx/UPS door-to-door, high cost for this weight

What Affects the Shipping Cost to Germany?

  • Chargeable weight — you pay on actual or volumetric weight, whichever is greater (L×W×H ÷ 6000 for air)
  • Commodity surcharges — batteries, liquids and branded goods all attract extra handling fees
  • Seasonal peaks — Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (Oct) typically add 15–30% to rates
  • Delivery zone — parts of Germany carry remote-area surcharges by postal code
  • Customs basis — import duty is assessed on the CIF value of the goods

Customs & Documentation for Germany

  • De-minimis — consignments under the local threshold can clear free of duty
  • Paperwork — a commercial invoice, packing list and correct HS codes are the baseline
  • Managed clearance — RateHive can coordinate the customs entry and import-tax processing on your behalf
  • Restricted goods — batteries and liquids need supplementary certification
  • EU e-commerce parcels above EUR 150 may need IOSS/VAT registration
  • Electronics sold to EU consumers require CE marking

Shipping Guidelines for Germany

Before You Ship

United Kingdom & Europe Shipping Guidelines

Air, ocean, rail, and small-parcel lanes from China to the UK and Europe, with customs and tax handled through our DDP Service.

  • Products We Cannot Accept
  • Restricted / Sensitive Items
  • Size & Weight Limits (DPD last mile)
  • Customs & Documents
Review full United Kingdom & Europe guidelines →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it cost to ship from China to Germany?

On the current feed, China-to-Germany rates open at USD 5.95/KG via Air DDP General Cargo. For a 100 KG load that works out to a freight total of approximately USD 595. RateHive can manage the customs entry and import-tax step, while the duty itself follows the Import VAT 19%; duty 0–12% by TARIC code set by German Customs (Zoll).

What import duty and tax will I pay bringing goods into Germany?

Entries into Germany are assessed by German Customs (Zoll), and the regime that applies is: Import VAT 19%; duty 0–12% by TARIC code. On de-minimis, the position is EUR 150 (duty-free threshold; VAT from EUR 0). RateHive offers managed clearance and tax processing — a coordination service, not Incoterms DDP — to handle these formalities for you.

Which certifications does Germany require on imports?

For regulated cargo into Germany, budget for: CE marking + EU IOSS registration for B2C e-commerce. A missing conformity document is the single most common reason German Customs (Zoll) puts a shipment on hold, so verify your HS-code requirements before the goods leave China.

How does RateHive's managed clearance into Germany work?

Managed clearance into Germany is a coordination service — it isn't Incoterms DDP. We file the customs entry and arrange the duty/tax owed to German Customs (Zoll) (the de-minimis position being EUR 150 (duty-free threshold; VAT from EUR 0)) so you don't have to broker it yourself.

Air or ocean for 100 KG into Germany?

For 100 KG into Germany, air usually wins on total landed cost even at a higher per-kilo rate, because a 30–45 day ocean transit (plus 3–6 days dwell) ties up inventory. Air also opens volume pricing past 100 KG.

What's the smallest shipment worth sending to Germany?

Floors vary by channel into Germany: managed air from about 21 KG (occasionally 12 KG), ocean LCL from roughly 1 CBM, and express courier for single parcels. Under 21 KG, express is usually the cheapest way in.

Which gateways are used for China shipments into Germany?

Ocean cargo into Germany generally moves through Hamburg, Bremerhaven, Wilhelmshaven; air clears via FRA (Frankfurt), MUC (Munich), CGN (Cologne). We route through whichever gateway gives the fastest onward leg to your delivery address, with clearance handled as a managed service.

How is chargeable weight worked out for Germany?

We take the greater of actual gross weight and volumetric weight (L×W×H ÷ 6000 for air), rounded up to the next kilo. For 100 KG this bites hardest on light-but-bulky cargo — re-packing or consolidating cartons can pull you into a cheaper band.