由 caicai8478 With the increasing frequency of trade and personnel exchanges between China and Thailand, more and more Chinese, international students or local Thai consumers in Thailand want to buy goods from China and ship them to Thailand. This guide will provide you with a detailed analysis of the various ways to ship items from China to Thailand, precautions and money-saving tips, to help you easily achieve “good products from China, received in Thailand”.
- Comparison of delivery methods
Method Timeliness Price (reference) Suitable item type Advantages and disadvantages analysis International express (DHL/UPS/FedEx) 3-7 days High (first weight of about 200-300 yuan) Urgent documents, high-value goods Fast but expensive, strict tariff spot check EMS (China Post) 7-15 days Medium (first weight of about 100-150 yuan) Ordinary parcels, small items High cost performance, but may be taxed Taobao official consolidation 10-20 days Low (charged by weight) Taobao online shopping is convenient but has many restrictions, and some items cannot be sent Third-party consolidation company 7-15 days Medium (can be combined mail) Large, sensitive goods (food, cosmetics) Flexible, but need to compare services by yourself Sea transportation 30-60 days Lowest (by volume/weight) Large furniture, home appliances Cheap but slow, suitable for items that are not urgently needed
- Key points
- Thailand Customs Policy
Tax-free amount: According to the Thai Customs, items with a value of more than 1,500 baht (about 300 yuan) may be taxed, and the tax rate varies depending on the category (such as 10%-30% for electronic products and 20% for cosmetics).
Prohibited items:
Food (some can be sent, but need to be declared)
Medicine (prescription or certificate required)
Liquids, powders (such as cosmetics may be detained)
Imitation and infringing goods (high risk of being confiscated)
- How to avoid being taxed?
Low declared value: Fill in the value of the item reasonably (such as splitting the package).
Choose a tax-inclusive channel: Some freight forwarding companies provide “tax-inclusive” services (extra fees required).
Note “Gift”: Marking a small package as “gift” may reduce the probability of spot checks (not absolute).
- Logistics tracking and customs clearance
Use 17Track or the official website of the courier to check the logistics status.
If detained by customs, you need to provide a shopping receipt or identity certificate to cooperate with customs clearance.
III. Recommended shipping companies and platforms
- Taobao official shipping
Advantages: Simple operation, just check “official direct delivery”.
Disadvantages: Many restrictions (such as batteries and liquids cannot be sent).
- Third-party shipping companies (good reputation)
Superbuy: Stable service, can purchase + pack.
Zebra Internet of Things: Suitable for sending large or sensitive goods.
Thailand dedicated line logistics (such as China-Thailand Express): Some companies provide “door-to-door” service with better prices.
- Ocean shipping recommendation
China Post Ocean Shipping: The cheapest, suitable for sending furniture, books, etc.
Freight forwarding companies: Freight forwarders in Guangzhou, Yiwu and other places can ship in batches.
IV. Money-saving tips
Matching mail: Share with friends to share the freight.
Choose light packaging: Reduce volume and weight costs.
Pay attention to promotional activities: Some logistics have discounts during Double 11 and 618.
Avoid sensitive goods: For example, food and cosmetics are more expensive to go through special channels.
- FAQ
Q: Will I be taxed if I send a mobile phone to Thailand?
A: Most likely, it is recommended to unpack and declare it as “second-hand for personal use”, or choose a tax-inclusive channel.
Q: Can food (such as snail rice noodles) be sent?
A: Some shipping companies can go through the “food special line”, but the ingredients need to be confirmed (such as meat may be restricted).
Q: What should I do if the courier is lost?
A: Keep the receipt and contact the logistics company for compensation (it is recommended to purchase insurance).
- Summary
Small items for urgent use: choose DHL/FedEx or EMS.
Taobao shopping: official shipping or third-party shipping.
Large items/not urgent: sea shipping is the most cost-effective.
Sensitive goods: find a professional shipping company to handle it.
By choosing a reasonable logistics method and complying with customs regulations, you can easily send Chinese good things to Thailand! If you have other questions, please leave a message to discuss.