How much to ship 21KG from China to Germany? Compare air, sea & express rates from USD 3.3/KG DDP door-to-door. Updated Jun 2026.
| Service | Mode | Rate (USD/KG) | Total (21 KG) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Value Sea DDP | 🚢 Sea Freight | USD 3.3 | USD 70 | View Details → |
| Rail DDP Standard | 🚂 Rail Freight | USD 3.8 | USD 79 | View Details → |
| Rail DDP Express | 🚂 Rail Freight | USD 3.9 | USD 82 | View Details → |
| Air DDP General Cargo | ✈️ Air Freight | USD 7.7 | USD 161 | View Details → |
| Air DDP Battery Cargo | ✈️ Air Freight | USD 8.0 | USD 168 | View Details → |
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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.
| Weight | Rate (USD/KG) | @ 21 KG |
|---|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 3.32 | USD 69.72 |
| 22 KG | USD 3.23 | USD 67.83 |
| 23 KG | USD 3.45 | USD 72.45 |
| 30 KG | USD 2.96 | USD 62.16 |
| 50 KG | USD 2.45 | USD 51.45 |
| 100 KG | USD 1.70 | USD 35.70 |
| 150 KG | USD 1.65 | USD 34.65 |
| 200 KG | USD 1.56 | USD 32.76 |
| 505 KG | USD 1.28 | USD 26.88 |
| 850 KG | USD 1.33 | USD 27.93 |
| 1700 KG | USD 1.41 | USD 29.61 |
| 2500 KG | USD 1.39 | USD 29.19 |
| 3400 KG | USD 1.15 | USD 24.15 |
| Weight | Rate (USD/KG) | @ 21 KG |
|---|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 3.77 | USD 79.17 |
| 22 KG | USD 3.68 | USD 77.28 |
| 23 KG | USD 3.90 | USD 81.90 |
| 30 KG | USD 3.41 | USD 71.61 |
| 50 KG | USD 2.90 | USD 60.90 |
| 100 KG | USD 2.27 | USD 47.67 |
| 150 KG | USD 2.22 | USD 46.62 |
| 200 KG | USD 2.13 | USD 44.73 |
| 505 KG | USD 1.85 | USD 38.85 |
| 850 KG | USD 1.90 | USD 39.90 |
| 1700 KG | USD 1.98 | USD 41.58 |
| 2500 KG | USD 1.97 | USD 41.37 |
| 3400 KG | USD 1.72 | USD 36.12 |
| Weight | Rate (USD/KG) | @ 21 KG |
|---|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 3.91 | USD 82.11 |
| 22 KG | USD 3.82 | USD 80.22 |
| 23 KG | USD 4.04 | USD 84.84 |
| 30 KG | USD 3.54 | USD 74.34 |
| 50 KG | USD 3.03 | USD 63.63 |
| 100 KG | USD 2.41 | USD 50.61 |
| 150 KG | USD 2.36 | USD 49.56 |
| 200 KG | USD 2.27 | USD 47.67 |
| 505 KG | USD 1.99 | USD 41.79 |
| 850 KG | USD 2.04 | USD 42.84 |
| 1700 KG | USD 2.12 | USD 44.52 |
| 2500 KG | USD 2.10 | USD 44.10 |
| 3400 KG | USD 1.86 | USD 39.06 |
| Weight | Rate (USD/KG) | @ 21 KG |
|---|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 7.66 | USD 160.86 |
| 22 KG | USD 7.57 | USD 158.97 |
| 23 KG | USD 7.79 | USD 163.59 |
| 30 KG | USD 7.29 | USD 153.09 |
| 50 KG | USD 6.78 | USD 142.38 |
| 100 KG | USD 5.95 | USD 124.95 |
| 150 KG | USD 5.90 | USD 123.90 |
| 200 KG | USD 5.81 | USD 122.01 |
| 505 KG | USD 5.46 | USD 114.66 |
| 850 KG | USD 5.51 | USD 115.71 |
| 1700 KG | USD 5.59 | USD 117.39 |
| 2500 KG | USD 5.58 | USD 117.18 |
| 3400 KG | USD 5.33 | USD 111.93 |
| Weight | Rate (USD/KG) | @ 21 KG |
|---|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 8.00 | USD 168.00 |
| 22 KG | USD 7.91 | USD 166.11 |
| 23 KG | USD 8.13 | USD 170.73 |
| 30 KG | USD 7.64 | USD 160.44 |
| 50 KG | USD 7.13 | USD 149.73 |
| 100 KG | USD 6.30 | USD 132.30 |
| 150 KG | USD 6.25 | USD 131.25 |
| 200 KG | USD 6.16 | USD 129.36 |
| 505 KG | USD 5.81 | USD 122.01 |
| 850 KG | USD 5.86 | USD 123.06 |
| 1700 KG | USD 5.94 | USD 124.74 |
| 2500 KG | USD 5.92 | USD 124.32 |
| 3400 KG | USD 5.68 | USD 119.28 |
Verified reviews from importers who have shipped with us to Germany.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Historical freight rates from China to Germany for 21 KG shipments. Data sourced from live carrier price feeds.
The country-specific numbers we plan every Germany booking around:
| Main sea gateways | Hamburg, Bremerhaven, Wilhelmshaven |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Main air gateways | FRA (Frankfurt), MUC (Munich), CGN (Cologne) |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
The 21 KG band is the classic e-commerce restock or first trial run. Air is the default — it lands the best cost-to-speed trade-off, and most managed air channels open at around 21 KG. Functionally this is less-than-container air freight.
| Method | Transit Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Air Freight DDP | 5–10 business days | From China warehouse to Germany door |
| Rail Freight DDP | 18–28 calendar days | Train via Central Asia to Germany |
| Express Courier | 3–7 business days | DHL/FedEx/UPS door-to-door, good option |
On the current feed, China-to-Germany rates open at USD 3.32/KG via Sea DDP. For a 21 KG load that works out to a freight total of approximately USD 70. 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).
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.
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.
We quote and invoice freight in USD; the destination-side currency in Germany is EUR. Payment usually falls due before departure (T/T or PayPal), and with managed clearance you settle the landed cost once rather than facing collect charges on arrival.
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.
At 21 KG into Germany, Air Freight is the call — it strikes the best speed-to-cost balance (5–10 business days) at this size and clears through FRA (Frankfurt), MUC (Munich), CGN (Cologne). Ocean minimums make sea uneconomical below about 50 KG.
Space into Germany gets tight around Sep–Nov, layered on top of the China-side crunch at Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (early Oct). Booking a week or two ahead in those windows locks in both capacity and price.
German Customs (Zoll) will generally want: a commercial invoice carrying HS codes and value; a packing list with weights and dimensions; the bill of lading or air waybill; a certificate of origin where it can cut duty; and any commodity-specific certification (CE marking + EU IOSS registration for B2C e-commerce). RateHive can prepare and lodge these as part of managed clearance.