Ship from China to Canada

How much does it cost to ship from China to Canada?

Shipping items from China to Canada is considerably less expensive nowadays, due to the services provided at Ship24. The prices of shipping are fixed, based entirely on the weight of your parcel. With the Ship from China service, the shipping rates are as follows:

• For items that weigh between 500g up to 2kg, please refer to the prices as listed above for a finalized rate.

Ship24 is happy to provide a delivery service that can be counted among one of the cheapest and most efficient (as well as safe) ways to ship your parcel from China to Canada.
Before continuing, please make sure to take note that your parcel's weight must not exceed 2kg maximum, with both packaging and labels included. 

How long does it take to ship from China to Canada?

Shipping from China to Canada does not take a long time when using our service. On average, the delivery time takes approximately 8 days to ship to any location worldwide, including Canada. Other companies that offer similar services such as UPS or FedEx will offer similar time frames of delivery, with the exception of being considerably more expensive for what is essentially the same service provided by Ship24.
Under good circumstances, Ship24 delivery times may take place even quicker, arriving before the approximated 8-day mark. To use a pertinent example, during the covid-19 pandemic that began in 2020, the Ship from China service remained consistent with its allotted time frames, with many occasions of Ship24 actually being faster than other international courier companies doing expedited shipping from China to Canada.
However, under certain unexpected or exceptional circumstances, the delivery service may take longer than 8 days, with times such as peak season during the Chinese new year being a compounding factor in this issue, as well unpredictable events related to adverse weather conditions such as severe storms or other similar meteorological occurrences. During these rare situations, the transit time may unfortunately take longer.

How can I send a parcel from China to Canada?

Using Ship24’s service to ship from China to Canada is the most affordable option when compared to other similar courier companies. 
Our format and layout are simple and easy to use and navigate, making the whole process less burdensome. You just need to go to the Ship24.com website and click on “Ship from China” on the top navigation. Once your parcel is ready, you can click on “send parcel now”. Then, you need to fill in all relevant information pertaining to yourself (email address, phone number, name, passport number, or Chinese ID card). Finally, you will need to give all relevant information regarding the recipient’s address, and then proceed to pay and ship your parcel.
You can pay for your parcel delivery by credit card, with Ship24's website supporting the following cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Discover and JCB. In the near future, the company will support WeChat and Alipay as well.

Is it easy to track my package from China to Canada?

No matter which courier company you use for shipping a package from China to Canada, you can use the Ship24 platform to track your delivery. You simply need to go on the Ship24 homepage and insert within the search bar the tracking number you received in your confirmation email. When you click on the arrow (enter button), you will be able to check all the information related to your package delivery such as your parcel's status, its location, and the upcoming steps of the delivery.
Note that when clicking on the enter button, if you are met with a response of “not found”, you may have put the order number instead of the tracking number, so please make sure to use the tracking number. Please wait at least one or two days after the parcel has been sent for the tracking details to be available on the Ship24 website.
If it still doesn’t work after two days, you can contact the company through our contact page and one of our agents will be on hand to assist in solving the issue.

What products can you import from China to Canada?

Canada imports many different products from China. Whilst it is possible to import a wide range of products, please take note that there are still some restrictions, as listed below:

• Batteries or any type of electronic products with batteries (chargeable and non-rechargeable batteries, phones, computers…)
• Magnetic objects (speakers…)
• Liquid, powder or paste (cosmetics products with liquid, powder, or paste-like items like toothpaste or capsule drugs...)
• Perishable products (food, plants, seeds, live animals except for properly packaged bees, silkworms and leeches).
• Weapons (knife, imitation guns, ammunition, any item with a sharp edge that can cut)
• Hazardous goods (explosive, flammable…)
• Documents (currencies, advertisement...)
• Some categories of products (drones, electronic cigarettes…)

Please note that the parcels are scanned before being sent, and if any prohibited item is detected, your parcel will be refused and returned to you at your own expense.

Are there any restrictions on my package when shipping from China to Canada?

As mentioned above, there are some restrictions while shipping products from China to Canada. Not every product can be shipped by the Ship24 company and there are also some restrictions regarding the weight and the dimensions of your parcel in order to send it to Canada.
For example, the longest side of your parcel must not exceed 200cm and the sum of all side's lengths should not be more than 300cm. There is also a minimum size to respect, the parcel size should be at least 15*10cm. as well as this, only square-shaped parcels are accepted, other shapes such as cylinders are not accepted.

Do you pay duty on items from China to Canada?

Yes. Import duty or import tax is the tax that you need to pay to the customs authorities in Canada for importing products into the country.
Generally, the amount of import duty you will pay will vary according to the type and the value of the goods inside your package.
When you ship a parcel from China to Canada, the total declared value of your parcel must not exceed 20 CAD, this is the minimum threshold for import tax. If the value of your parcel exceeds 20 CAD, you will have to pay the import tax. In the event that you failed to declare the value of your package, your parcel might be blocked upon arrival in Canada, with the receiver having to bear the cost of the import tax.
Of note, is that shipping from China to Canada is a process you need to look into before sending your parcel, particularly regarding import taxes. Ship24 is not responsible for any taxes that may arise unexpectedly, and it is the sole responsibility of the sender to check the declared value limit imposed by the given destination country.

At what period is it better to send a parcel from China to Canada?

There are peak times during the year or even during the week that may be better to avoid. With Ship24, the price to ship your parcel from China to Canada will not vary, but with other companies, the price will often vary during these peak periods of the year. For example, it is better to avoid sending your parcel during Chinese New Year, where there will be more delays and higher shipping prices. It is better to wait or to send your parcel before or after such an occasion.
You can also opt for certain days of the week that are considered as “off-peak days”. For example, Friday is usually an off-peak day, whereas Tuesday is generally a busy day.

When should I use “Ship from China” instead of UPS to ship from China to Canada?

Using the Ship from China service provided by Ship24 offers you various advantages, as listed below:

• The price

The Ship from China service is very useful for small and light parcels under 2kilos. The company focuses on giving to customers affordable prices and easy shipping from China to different destinations including Canada.

• Ease and simplicity of use

You don’t have to worry about the price every time you ship an item, as you will pay according to the weight of your package. Ship24 works with 4 different price rates, so you will already know whether you will be paying ¥99, or ¥149, or ¥199, or ¥249 accordingly, based on the weight of your parcel (with labels and packaging included).
As a further convenience, it is not necessary to bring your package to any office or drop off point, Ship24’s partner agent, after selecting a convenient pick-up time with you, will come to your address to pick up your parcel.

• Specialized in parcels

To send parcels, in particular small size parcels, you will get the best out of our service when using Ship24 to send packages from China to Canada.