China is Romania’s eighth largest trading partner and the largest in Asia.

Based on HS Code, top imports from China to Romania are:

• 8517 (telephone sets)
• 8414 (pumps and compressors)
• 8541 (semiconductor devices)
• 9503 (toys, games, and sports requisites)
• 8708 (motor vehicles)
• 8504 (electrical transformers, static converters and inductors)
• 9405 (lamps and lighting)
• 8534 (printed circuits)

If you’re looking for reliable freight shipping from China to Romania, CFC is your trusted partner. We pride ourselves on our comprehensive logistics solutions, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Our core services cover a wide range of sectors, including sea, air, rail, and truck transportation.

Romania Customs

Romania implements the common EU tariff system. Romania importers should consult “The Integrated Tariff of the Community,” referred to as TARIC (Tarif Intégré de la Communauté), to identify the various rules which apply to specific products being imported into the customs territory of the EU.

The TARIC can be searched by country of origin, Harmonized System Code, and product description on the interactive website of the Directorate-General for Taxation and the Customs Union. The online TARIC is updated daily.

The official model for written declarations to customs is the Single Administrative Document (SAD). The SAD describes goods and their movement around the world and is essential for trade outside the EU, or of non-EU goods. Goods brought into the EU customs territory are, from the time of their entry, subject to customs supervision until customs formalities are completed. Goods are covered by a Summary Declaration, which is filed once the items have been presented to customs officials.

It must also be known that those who are interested in Romania import export must have an EORI number (Economic Operators Registration and Identification); this is necessary for those who import goods, those who export goods or for entities who only use Romania or other EU countries for transiting to another country, outside the EU.

Starting from 01/07/2024, new regulations have applied for import and export consignments to and from Romania. A unique ‘UIT code’ will be required for any consignment weighing more than 500kg and/or with a value exceeding €2,000.

Sea Freight from China to Romania

Ocean freight is the most common shipping option because of its cost efficiency and flexibility. It can accommodate any type of cargo you need to transport without putting too much of a dent in your shipping budget.

It offers two options for container shipping: less-than-container load (LCL) and full-container load (FCL).

Top Container Ports in Romania

Constanta is the largest coastal and port city in Romania.

The Port of Constanta currently has 156 berths and is the largest port in the Black Sea, with an annual cargo throughput of about 100 million tons. The port is considered a cargo transit point between developed countries in Western Europe and emerging markets in Central and Eastern Europe. Cargo shipped to Constanta can be transported to other countries via the Danube River, road network and railway network.

• Basarabi Port is a relatively new port located near Constanta Port. It was built to handle the increasing volume of container traffic in the region.
• Braila Port is situated on the Danube River and serves as an important hub for inland waterway transport.
• Calafat Port is located on the Danube River near the border with Bulgaria.
• Calarasi Port is another key port situated on the Danube River in southern Romania.

Other ports in Romania include Galati Port, Tulcea Port, Giurgiu Port, and Isaccea Port.

Sea Freight Cost from China to Romania

The cost to ship cargo from China to Romania by sea will depend on the following factors:

• FCL or LCL
• Your consignment’s weight, volume, and size
• Your preference for door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, or door-to-port shipment
• The shipping carrier, the seasonal influence, supply and demand, etc.

⬇️How much is shipping to a business address in Romania by SEA?⬇️

26KG+	51KG+	101KG+	1001KG+
€3.35/kg	€3.05/kg	€2.95/kg	€2.90/kg

Sea Freight Transit Time from China to Romania

The duration for shipping goods from China to Romania is primarily influenced by the international shipping mode chosen. Other factors that can affect this include:

• Peak season or low season
• The directness of the shipment route
• How popular the trade lane is
• Geopolitical instability
• Potential incidents at the ports

The average shipping time is about 40 days.

Air Freight from China to Romania

You can also transport goods from China to Romania by air. Air freight is the fastest and most secure way to ship goods overseas, making it ideal for time-sensitive, high-value, and perishable shipments.

Shipping by plane has strict regulations and processes, while this can mean more security for your cargo. But it limits the nature, size, weight, and volume of your shipments.

Top Airports in Romania

Romania has several airports from which air freight is possible.

The main Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) is located in Bucharest and serves as the main hub in Romania for international air traffic. At this airport alone, 39 airlines operate and serve flights to and from 66 destinations.

Other major airports for cargo transport are located in Cluj-Napoca, Timișoara, Iași, Târgu Mureş and Sibiu.

Air Freight Cost from China to Romania

The cost to ship cargo from China to Romania by air will depend on the following factors:

• Cartons or Pallets
• Your consignment’s weight, volume, and size
• Your preference for door-to-door, airport-to-airport, airport-to-door, or door-to-airport shipment
• The shipping carrier, the seasonal influence, supply and demand, etc.

Air Freight Transit Time from China to Romania

The main routes from China to Romania include: Beijing-Paris-Bucharest, Beijing-Frankfurt-Bucharest, Beijing-Vienna-Bucharest, Beijing-Amsterdam-Bucharest, Beijing-Istanbul-Bucharest, Beijing-Prague-Bucharest, Beijing-Budapest-Bucharest, and Beijing-Warsaw-Bucharest.

Express shipping provides fast delivery times of typically 3-5 days. It is ideal for time-sensitive shipments, last-minute orders, and high-value products. Additionally, express shipping services offer reliable tracking capabilities, allowing businesses to monitor their shipments in real-time, ensuring timely and safe delivery.

Economy air route takes 6-10 days.

Working with CFC

To ship from China to Romania with ease and confidence, you need to navigate the process seamlessly. We efficiently connect Romania to the rest of the world, ensuring a seamless shipping experience for domestic exporters and global importers.

Our clients from Bucharest, Iași, Cluj-Napoca, Timișoara, Constanta, Bari, Craiova and other cities in Romania is a testament to our commitment, as we continually strive to deliver efficient, safe, and timely services.

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