Sea DDP w/Tax
🚢 Sea Freight → Lomé| Bracket | Rate (USD/KG) | @ 1 KG |
|---|---|---|
| 1CBM+ CBM | USD 375.05 | USD 375.05 |
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🚢 Sea Freight 1 KG
Sea Freight 1KG China to Togo — Live Rate [2026]
Live Sea Freight rate for 1KG from China to Togo. from USD 375.1/KG DDP Service handles customs clearance and tax processing. Updated Jul 2026.
Current Rates — China to Togo (1 KG)
🟢 Updated 2026-07-03| Service | Mode | Rate (USD/KG) | Total (1 KG) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Value Sea DDP w/Tax | 🚢 Sea Freight | USD 375.1 | USD 375 | View Details → |
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Full Weight-Tier Rate Cards
Detailed per-weight pricing for every active route from China to Togo. Each tier reflects the published rate at that exact weight — useful for accurate budgeting at common shipment sizes.
Customer Reviews — China to Togo Shipping
Verified reviews from importers who have shipped with us to Togo.
🇹🇬 Togo
★★★★★ 4.4 / 5 — Very Good (12 reviews)
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★★★★★ 4
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
This was a DDP shipment to Togo for mixed cartons. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
✔ Verified
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★★★★★ 4.3
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
This was a DDP shipment to Togo for mixed cartons. The rate was competitive for DDP service. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
✔ Verified
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★★★★★ 4.3
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Togo. We received updates without having to chase too much. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Process was smooth and the cargo arrived safely.
✔ Verified
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★★★★★ 4.7
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Togo through this team. The rate was competitive for DDP service. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. Process was smooth and the cargo arrived safely.
✔ Verified
🇹🇬
★★★★★ 4.7
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
We tested this lane to Togo with a mid-volume order. We received updates without having to chase too much. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
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★★★★★ 3.7
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Togo. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
✔ Verified
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★★★★★ 4
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
This was a DDP shipment to Togo for mixed cartons. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Would use the same line again for general cargo. Good service overall and easier than our old channel.
✔ Verified
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★★★★★ 5
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Togo through this team. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
✔ Verified
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★★★★★ 4.3
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
We tested this lane to Togo with a mid-volume order. We received updates without having to chase too much. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
✔ Verified
🇹🇬
★★★★★ 4.7
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Togo through this team. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
✔ Verified
🇹🇬
★★★★★ 4.7
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Togo. The rate was competitive for DDP service. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
✔ Verified
🇹🇬
★★★★★ 4.7
Supplier Service★★★★★
On-time Shipping★★★★★
Goods Quality & Transit★★★★★
We tested this lane to Togo with a mid-volume order. We received updates without having to chase too much. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
Price Trend — Togo Sea Freight
Historical freight rates from China to Togo for 1 KG shipments. Data sourced from live carrier price feeds.
China to Togo — Shipping Reference Data
Import facts that shape any China-to-Togo shipment:
| Main sea gateways | the main commercial seaport |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | the national customs service |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | No practical de-minimis on most routes |
| Import tax & duty regime | Import VAT plus duty 5–35%; pre-shipment inspection common |
| Local currency | USD (freight priced in USD) |
| Typical port/airport dwell time | 7–21 days (congestion common) |
| Peak / busy season | Oct–Dec |
| Conformity & certification | Pre-shipment conformity certificate often mandatory |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
What Buyers Ship at This Weight
Loads of 1 KG and under are nearly always samples, QC pull-outs, documents, or one-off direct-to-consumer orders. Express air wins here without much contest — ocean freight carries minimum charges that wipe out any saving on a parcel this light.
- The usual choice for vetting an Alibaba supplier before committing to a bulk order
- Frequently used by Shopify and WooCommerce sellers to trial a new SKU
- FedEx, DHL and UPS express all serve this weight directly
- A declared value under USD 800 can clear de-minimis in the US
Which Shipping Method is Best for 1 KG?
Recommended
Air Freight
Sea Freight
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Transit Times — China to Togo
| Method | Transit Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Air Freight DDP | 5–10 business days | From China warehouse to Togo door |
| Express Courier | 3–7 business days | DHL/FedEx/UPS door-to-door, good option |
What Affects the Shipping Cost to Togo?
- 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 Togo carry remote-area surcharges by postal code
- Customs basis — import duty is assessed on the CIF value of the goods
- Congestion fees — several African ports apply seasonal congestion surcharges
- FX terms — most African lanes are priced in USD and settled before departure
- Bunker adjustment (BAF) — fuel surcharges revised quarterly
- Terminal handling (THC) — billed at both origin and destination ports
Customs & Documentation for Togo
- 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
Shipping Guidelines for Togo
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it cost to ship from China to Togo?
On the current feed, China-to-Togo rates open at USD 375.05/KG via Sea DDP w/Tax. For a 1 KG load that works out to a freight total of approximately USD 375. RateHive can manage the customs entry and import-tax step, while the duty itself follows the Import VAT plus duty 5–35%; pre-shipment inspection common set by the national customs service.
What import duty and tax will I pay bringing goods into Togo?
Entries into Togo are assessed by the national customs service, and the regime that applies is: Import VAT plus duty 5–35%; pre-shipment inspection common. On de-minimis, the position is No practical de-minimis on most routes. RateHive offers managed clearance and tax processing — a coordination service, not Incoterms DDP — to handle these formalities for you.
How does RateHive's managed clearance into Togo work?
Managed clearance into Togo is a coordination service — it isn't Incoterms DDP. We file the customs entry and arrange the duty/tax owed to the national customs service (the de-minimis position being No practical de-minimis on most routes) so you don't have to broker it yourself.
What's the best channel for 1 KG into Togo?
At 1 KG into Togo, Air Freight is the call — it strikes the best speed-to-cost balance (5–10 business days) at this size and clears through the primary international airport. Ocean minimums make sea uneconomical below about 50 KG.
How long is transit from China to Togo?
Reckon on these door-to-door windows into Togo: air 5–10 business days, ocean LCL 30–50 days, ocean FCL 28–45 days. Add roughly 7–21 days (congestion common) for clearance and dwell at the gateway, which RateHive can manage end to end.
What currency are Togo rates quoted and settled in?
We quote and invoice freight in USD; the destination-side currency in Togo is USD (freight priced in USD). 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.
Which certifications does Togo require on imports?
For regulated cargo into Togo, budget for: Pre-shipment conformity certificate often mandatory. A missing conformity document is the single most common reason the national customs service puts a shipment on hold, so verify your HS-code requirements before the goods leave China.
What paperwork clears customs in Togo?
the national customs service 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 (Pre-shipment conformity certificate often mandatory). RateHive can prepare and lodge these as part of managed clearance.