How Long Does Shipping from China to the Netherlands Take?

The time largely depends on the shipping methods. You can get a general recognition from  the following chart:

Does Peak Season Affect Shipping Times from China to the Netherlands?

Yes, actually, peak season can significantly extend logistics delivery time, usually from 5 to 20 days. Peak season includes the period from autumn to year-end (August – December), when cross-border e-commerce and traditional retailers start to stockpile large quantities of goods for major Western holidays, and the time before the Chinese New Year Festival (January – February).

How to Choose the Most Economically Efficient Shipping Solution from China to the Netherlands?

To choose the most cost-effective shipping solution, you need to consider factors other than cost, including your cargo volume, billed weight, and required shipping time.

Determine the Best Shipping Method for Different Cargo Weights

For cargo with different weights, the most cost-effective shipping method is also different.

Choose DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)

Choosing a freight forwarding company like DFH Logistics that provides DDP service means you do not need to hire a separate Dutch customs agent. DDP shipping integrates international freight, customs clearance, import duties, and local value-added tax into a fixed fee, which avoids the hidden port handling charges. 

Optimize Packaging

International air and sea shipping routes will charge based on volume (size) and weight, so if the packaging is oversized, it would lead to more shipping costs. You can ask your Chinese suppliers to compress soft goods, use standard pallets, and eliminate any gaps in the cartons. Besides, DFH Logistics can offer packaging services.

FCL vs LCL: Which One Should I Choose?

From the comparison, you can find that LCL is good for shipping cargo with relatively small volume, and it is slower and has a higher risk. While FCL is ideal for cargo that is larger than 15 CBM. It is faster and has the highest safety.

Can You Ship Directly to Amazon FBA Warehouses in the Netherlands?

Yes, DFH supports shipping your goods from China to Amazon FBA warehouses in the Netherlands. We provide services such as goods pick-up, customs clearance, label coordination, appointment arrangement, and final delivery to help e-commerce sellers simplify the FBA shipping process.

Which Netherlands Ports Can be Shipped from China?

The major airports in the Netherlands include Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Eindhoven Airport, and Rotterdam The Hague Airport. The major seaports in the Netherlands include the ports of Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Moerdijk, and Vlissingen.

What’s the Process of DDP Shipping from China to the Netherlands?

1. DFH picks up and collects all of your goods from your Chinese suppliers.
2. Assemble and inspect your cargo. DFH offers quality and quantity inspection, repackaging, Amazon FBA labeling, etc.
3. Prepare and submit all export documents.
4. Transportation. You can choose a suitable shipping method.
5. Import clearance in the Netherlands.
6. Unload your shipment and sort it, preparing for the final delivery.
7. The goods will be delivered directly to your destination with courier companies such as UPS, DPD, DHL, or local freight companies.

Should I Purchase Cargo Insurance When Shipping from China to the Netherlands?

We highly recommend that you purchase cargo insurance to protect your goods from potential risks such as damage, theft, or loss during shipping. If any accidents happen, purchasing insurance can simplify the process of filing a claim with the insurance company, and you do not need to bear all the losses. The insurance also covers issues related to customs clearance, which reduces your operational burden for resolving relevant problems.

How to Track My Cargo from China to the Netherlands?

To track your shipment, you can check the corresponding courier company’s website. For air freight, you can use the air waybill (AWB) number on the airline’s freight portal. For Sea freight, you can use your container number or bill of lading (B/L) on the shipping company’s website to track. Some platforms, like 17Track, support multiple carriers and modes in one place.

Which Goods are Forbidden to Ship from China to the Netherlands? 

There are some goods that are strictly prohibited to ship from China to the Netherlands, including drugs, prohibited substances, counterfeit or infringing goods, military weapons, explosives, endangered animals and their products, prohibited printed materials and multimedia, human and biological samples, and some restricted Russian goods like iron and steel.

What Products Require Special Customs Clearance from China to the Netherlands?

Some products can be shipped from China to the Netherlands, but they must provide specific compliance certificates, inspection reports, or import licenses during the customs clearance process.

• Electronics: Require CE Marking, DoC. If the equipment contains lithium batteries, it should have a UN38.3 report and MSDS.
• Toys, Consumer Goods, Cosmetics: Toys must require CE Marking and an EN71 toy safety standard report. Cosmetics and skin care products must have registration and notification on the EU CPNP, and a detailed Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR).
• Food, Plant, and Animal Products: Plants and seeds must have an official Phytosanitary Certificate issued by the Chinese customs and have an entry quarantine by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO). Organic food must be registered in the EU’s unified declaration system and must be accompanied by an official e-COI.
• Medicines: Medical commercial imports require obtaining a pharmaceutical import/wholesale license issued by the Dutch specialized agency Farmatec. Traditional Chinese medicinal materials and health supplements cannot contain endangered wild animals and plants.
• Carbon-Intensive Goods – CBAM: If you want to import specific products such as iron, steel, aluminum, cement, fertilizers, electricity, or hydrogen from China, you must submit a quarterly carbon emission report to the customs during the customs clearance process and purchase the CBAM carbon emission certificates as required.

What if My Goods Get Delayed at Customs? 

1. First, you should check the reason why your goods are delayed. You can contact us to check the system error code sent by the customs or the inspection notice. The common reasons include document discrepancies or unclear information, inaccurate tax numbers, under-declaration of goods value, lack of EU compliance certificates, or lack of an EORI number.
2. DFH Logistics completes the corresponding certificate and uploads it to the Dutch customs system through the customs clearance agency.
3. To prevent unexpected costs during customs inspection and the waiting period, DFH will apply for an extension of free time, and you can apply to customs for transferring the goods to a private bonded warehouse under the control of the customs clearance agency for storage.

What’s Your Process of Shipping from China to the Netherlands?

1. We pick up your goods from your supplier in China.
2. We offer all packaging, labeling, and weight verification services.
3. We prepare all import and export documents to ensure smooth customs clearance.
4. We customize the best shipping plan based on your time and budget requirements.
5. We deal with the import customs, duties, and taxes when the goods arrive in the Netherlands.
6. We provide options for delivery to your door or locker pickup.

Are There Any Hidden Logistics Charges from China to the Netherlands?

Definitely not. DFH always offers transparent quotations that include detailed cost breakdowns for the shipping from China to the Netherlands. Usually, the cost includes freight charges, customs duties, value-added taxes, destination handling fees, and last-mile delivery fees. Our team will explain all relevant costs in advance to help enterprises avoid unexpected logistics costs.

What is the Best Shipping Method for Shipping Urgent Cargo from China to the Netherlands?

Can I Combine Different Shipping Methods for Shipping from China to the Netherlands?

Which Chinese Ports do you Ship From?

What is the Best Route from China to the Netherlands?

Can You Ship Oversized or Heavy Cargo from China to the Netherlands?

Do you Handle Palletized Cargo from China to the Netherlands?

Do you Support Fragile Cargo Shipping from China to the Netherlands?

How Do You Ensure Cargo Safety during Transportation?

What are the Documents that You Must Provide for Shipping from China to the Netherlands?

What are the Dutch Customs Procedures?