Guide complet pour exporter des fixations de Chine vers l'Afrique. Itinéraires maritimes, délais de transit, procédures douanières, exigences documentaires et calcul du coût débarqué pour importateurs africains.
Major Shipping Routes from China to Africa
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Container Loading Optimization
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Required Export/Import Documentation
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Africa Customs Procedures by Country
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Landed Cost Calculation Example
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Questions Fréquemment Posées
See frequently asked questions below.
What are the major shipping routes from China to Africa?
Key routes: Shanghai/Ningbo → Durban (20-25 days), → Lagos/Nigeria (28-35 days), → Mombasa/Kenya (18-22 days), → Dar es Salaam/Tanzania (20-25 days), → Djibouti/Ethiopia (18-22 days sea + 2-3 days overland).
What is the shipping cost per container to Africa?
20ft container: $1,500-$3,000. 40ft container: $2,500-$5,000. Rates vary by season, fuel surcharges, and destination port. Durban and Mombasa routes are typically more affordable than West African ports.
How long does sea freight take from China to African ports?
Transit times: Durban 20-25 days, Lagos 28-35 days (port congestion may add 7-14 days), Mombasa 18-22 days, Dar es Salaam 20-25 days, Djibouti 18-22 days to port.
What documentation is required for importing fasteners into Africa?
Required: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading (B/L), Certificate of Origin (Form E for preferential tariffs), Mill Test Certificates (EN 10204 3.1), Fumigation Certificate (if wood packaging), Import Declaration, SONCAP (Nigeria) or SABS CoC (South Africa).
How do I calculate landed cost for African imports?
Landed cost = FOB + Freight + Insurance + Port handling ($200-500/container) + Customs duties (varies by country, typically 10-25% for steel products) + Import VAT (varies) + Inland transport to your location. Budget 1.4-1.8x FOB cost for full landed cost.