How accurate are the shipping cost calculations?

Calculators provide estimates using their stated inputs, published rates and assumptions. Confirm current pricing and cargo acceptance with the provider before booking.

Are these calculators free to use?

Yes, all 13 calculators are completely free to use with no registration required. You can access shipping cost, customs duty, transit time, and all other calculators instantly.

What is the AI Smart Calculator?

The AI Smart Calculator helps explore shipping options from the information supplied. Check supported routes and confirm service availability and costs with the provider.

Can I calculate customs duties for Australia?

The customs calculator includes Australian import assumptions. Check the country-specific guidance shown in the tool and confirm applicable charges for your shipment.

How do I optimise container loading?

Use our Container Load Optimiser to calculate the best container type (20ft, 40ft, 40HC) for your cargo. Enter your cargo dimensions and quantities to see optimal loading configurations and cost comparisons.

How do I estimate transit time for my route?

Use the transit calculator for supported routes. Timing depends on origin, destination, transport mode and provider schedules; confirm the expected milestones and any excluded delays with the provider.

How do I calculate demurrage and detention charges?

Our Demurrage & Detention Calculator helps you estimate daily charges when containers are held beyond free time. Demurrage applies at the port/terminal, detention applies when you have the container. Rates vary by shipping line and container type.

Can I calculate carbon emissions for my shipments?

Yes, our Carbon Footprint Calculator estimates CO2 emissions based on shipping method, distance, and cargo weight. Sea freight produces 10-50g CO2/ton-km while air freight produces 500-1500g CO2/ton-km. Track your environmental impact for ESG reporting.

What insurance premium should I expect?

Cargo insurance typically costs 0.2-0.5% of the cargo value (CIF + 10%). Use our Insurance Premium Calculator to estimate costs based on your cargo type, value, and shipping route. Higher-risk goods may have premium rates.

Which calculator should e-commerce businesses use?

E-commerce sellers should use the AI Smart Calculator for intelligent recommendations, Shipping Cost Calculator for delivered pricing, Customs Duty Calculator for landed costs, and Transit Time Calculator for inventory planning. Combined, these help optimize margins and customer delivery expectations.

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Shipping Cost

Build a practical estimate from your cargo details. Results explain the assumptions and help you prepare a better RFQ.

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Shipping Cost Estimate

Estimate China-Australia shipping costs using your current shipment details. These figures are indicative only and do not include customs duties or taxes.

How would you like to ship?

Choose the closest option. The next steps will show only the cargo fields and charges relevant to it.

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1. Lane & Ports: Pick your origin (China) and destination (Australia) ports. Each lane has its own contracted base rate.

2. Shipment Type: LCL for <15 CBM (charged per CBM), FCL for full containers (flat rate per container), Air for urgent <500 kg.

3. Cargo Details: Either enter dimensions per carton OR enter total CBM directly from your supplier's packing list.

4. Trade Terms: FOB / CIF / DDU / DDP determine who pays what. DDP = door-to-door tax-inclusive (LCL only). DDU = you pay GST + duty separately to ABF. Tick "Supplier arranges freight" if your supplier quoted CIF/CFR — only destination services will be calculated.

5. Cargo Value: Drives high-value rate (~AUD 204/CBM above ~AUD 2,062 / 10,000 RMB), insurance, and estimated GST/duty. Enter in AUD, CNY/RMB or USD.

6. Add-ons: Insurance (0.3-0.5%), COO (saves 5% duty), and any configured oversize fee if an item exceeds 240 cm. For air freight: extra ¥150 RMB (~AUD 30.93) per item if any single dimension (L, W, or H) exceeds 100 cm.

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Where is it going?

Origin Country

Origin Port (Optional)

Destination Country

Destination Port (Optional)

When do you need to ship? (Optional)

Delivery Postcode

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Complete Import Calculator Suite for China to Australia Shipping

🚢 Shipping Calculators

AI Smart Calculator: Get intelligent shipping recommendations powered by AI
Shipping Cost Calculator: Calculate sea and air shipping costs instantly
Container Load Optimiser: Optimise 20ft, 40ft, and 40HC container loading
Transit Time Calculator: Estimate delivery times for different routes

💰 Cost & Financial Calculators

Customs Duty Calculator: Calculate import duties, GST, and clearance costs
Break-Even Analysis: Analyse profitability and shipping decisions
Insurance Premium: Calculate cargo insurance costs
Demurrage & Detention: Calculate container detention charges

📦 Measurement & Planning Tools

Volume Calculator: Calculate CBM with unit conversion
Weight Calculator: Convert between kg, lbs, tons
Pallet Calculator: Calculate pallet dimensions and capacity
Warehouse Storage: Estimate storage costs and space

🌱 Sustainability & Compliance

Carbon Footprint Calculator: Calculate CO2 emissions for shipments
Customs Compliance: HS code lookup and duty calculations
Regulatory Support: Australian import requirements
Green Shipping: Eco-friendly shipping options

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