💰 Current Freight Rates
| Weight / Volume | Rate (USD / CBM) |
|---|---|
| 1CBM+ CBM | USD 465.33 |
📋 Service Details
About This Service
International freight from China to Madagascar via Sea DDP w/Tax. All duties and taxes included (DDP).
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ℹ️ Additional Information
Documentation Required
Commercial invoice, packing list, and accurate HS codes for all items.
📊 China to Madagascar — Shipping Reference Data
| Main sea gateways | the main commercial seaport |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | the national customs service |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | No practical de-minimis |
| Import tax & duty regime | Import VAT + duty 5–35%; PSI common |
| Local currency | USD |
| Typical clearance / dwell time | 7–21 days |
| Peak / busy season | Oct–Dec |
| Conformity & certification | Pre-shipment conformity certificate |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Sea DDP w/Tax from China to Madagascar take?
Sea freight on this route runs about 25–45 calendar days door-to-door, plus roughly 7–21 days of clearance/dwell once it reaches the gateway. Customs clearance is coordinated through our DDP Service (a customs and tax handling service, not Incoterms DDP).
What duties and taxes apply when importing into Madagascar?
Clearance is handled by the national customs service. The regime is: Import VAT + duty 5–35%; PSI common, with a de-minimis position of No practical de-minimis. Our DDP Service coordinates this customs and tax processing for both parties; it does not constitute Incoterms DDP.
Which ports or airports does this route use into Madagascar?
Sea cargo to Madagascar clears through the main commercial seaport; air freight clears via the primary international airport. We route through whichever gateway gives the fastest onward delivery to your address and build it into the DDP price.
Can you ship special cargo (batteries, branded goods) to Madagascar?
Yes — battery goods by sea follow UN3480/UN3481 rules with an MSDS; we prepare the dangerous-goods paperwork as part of DDP into the main commercial seaport. Surcharges apply.
When does capacity tighten on the China–Madagascar lane?
Space and rates tighten around Oct–Dec, plus the China-side windows of Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (early Oct). Book 1–2 weeks earlier in these periods.
What does our DDP Service to Madagascar cover on this route?
Our DDP Service is a customs-clearance and tax-processing service for both parties; it does not constitute Incoterms DDP (Delivered Duty Paid). On this route it covers handling the customs entry and the duty/tax owed to the national customs service on your behalf, so the clearance is managed for you.
📋 Shipping Guidelines for Madagascar
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Detailed live-rate pages for common weights and shipping modes on this lane.
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📈 Historical Price Records
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| Date | 1CBM+ |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-03Latest | USD 465.33 |
| 2026-06-15 | USD 465.32 |
| 2026-06-08 | USD 465.31 |
| 2026-05-19 | USD 465.27 |
| 2026-05-14 | USD 465.28 |
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⭐ Customer Reviews
What customers say about shipping to Madagascar with us.
🇲🇬 Madagascar
We tested this lane to Madagascar with a mid-volume order. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
We tested this lane to Madagascar with a mid-volume order. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Ufuatiliaji ulikuwa mzuri mpaka mzigo kufika.
This was a DDP shipment to Madagascar for mixed cartons. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. 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 Madagascar. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Huduma ilikuwa nzuri na mizigo ilifika salama.
This was a DDP shipment to Madagascar for mixed cartons. The route worked well for general cargo. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Ufuatiliaji ulikuwa mzuri mpaka mzigo kufika.
We tested this lane to Madagascar with a mid-volume order. The route worked well for general cargo. 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 Madagascar through this team. The route worked well for general cargo. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
We tested this lane to Madagascar with a mid-volume order. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. 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 Madagascar through this team. Clearance at destination was smoother than our last shipment. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Huduma ilikuwa nzuri na mizigo ilifika salama.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Madagascar. The route worked well for general cargo. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
This was a DDP shipment to Madagascar for mixed cartons. The route worked well for general cargo. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Ufuatiliaji ulikuwa mzuri mpaka mzigo kufika.
This was a DDP shipment to Madagascar for mixed cartons. The route worked well for general cargo. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
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