China → Canada: what 1 kg costs to ship
Cheapest estimate: ¥52–¥74 (C$11.09–C$15.78) by Economy air · about ¥52–¥74 per kg. Above the 1 kg consolidation sweet spot.
China Shipping Cost Calculator — 9 Countries
Pick a destination, build a virtual consolidation basket or type a total weight, and compare estimated route prices in CNY and your local currency.
1 kg consolidation meter
1 kg / 1 kg1 kg reached — consolidated parcels of 1.2 kg or more are the sweet spot.
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Codes reported on public pages (verify in the app): CAGIFT CANADA (Codes reported on public third-party pages; availability changes — confirm in the app. · 2026-11-13)
Ship everything as one consolidated parcel. Never split into tiny parcels. The meter counts actual (scale) weight; prices use chargeable weight.
| Route | Estimated price (CNY) | Local currency | Transit | Billed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥65–¥93 | C$13.86–C$19.83 | 8–16 days | 1 kg |
| Economy airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥52–¥74 | C$11.09–C$15.78 | 12–22 days | 1 kg |
| Economy seaEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥70–¥110 | C$14.93–C$23.45 | 40–65 days | 5 kg |
Route detail for 1 kg to Canada
| Route | Estimated price (CNY) | Local currency | Transit | Billed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥65–¥93 | C$13.86–C$19.83 | 8–16 days | 1 kg |
| Economy airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥52–¥74 | C$11.09–C$15.78 | 12–22 days | 1 kg |
| Economy seaEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥70–¥110 | C$14.93–C$23.45 | 40–65 days | 5 kg |
- Standard air · 1 kg¥65–¥93/kg · C$13.86–C$19.83 total
- Economy air · 1 kg¥52–¥74/kg · C$11.09–C$15.78 total
- Economy sea · 1 kg¥14–¥22/kg · C$14.93–C$23.45 total
At 1 kg the first-weight block dominates: the cheapest line works out to about ¥63 per kg.
Canada rate table by weight (CNY, estimates)
| Weight | Standard air | Economy air | Economy sea |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kg | ¥65–¥93 | ¥52–¥74 | ¥70–¥110 |
| 2 kg | ¥105–¥149 | ¥84–¥118 | ¥70–¥110 |
| 5 kg | ¥225–¥317 | ¥180–¥250 | ¥70–¥110 |
| 10 kg | ¥425–¥597 | ¥340–¥470 | ¥130–¥200 |
| 20 kg | ¥825–¥1,157 | ¥660–¥910 | ¥250–¥380 |
| 50 kg | — | — | ¥610–¥920 |
Editorial estimate (not an official price) · checked 2026-11-13. Indicative planning ranges set by the ShipCostCalc editor. They are not taken from an official price list and are not live quotes. Real prices change with promotions, routes and parcel contents — always confirm the price in the forwarder's app before ordering.
Canada tax and restrictions
Goods valued at CAD 20 or less are relieved of duty and taxes. Above CAD 20, GST/HST and any duty apply (the higher CUSMA thresholds only cover US/Mexico-origin goods).
- Low duty/tax relief: goods from China valued over CAD 20 are generally subject to GST/HST and applicable duty.
- CFIA restricts meat, egg, dairy, fresh produce, seeds and soil; processed snacks with meat are often refused.
- Lithium batteries must be installed in equipment; spare cells and power banks are not accepted by most air lines.
Source: CBSA Memorandum D8-2-16 — Courier Imports Remission (CAD 20 for non-US/Mexico goods) · checked 2026-11-13
FAQ
What is the cheapest way to ship 1 kg from China to Canada?
In our estimates, Economy air is cheapest at ¥52–¥74 for 1 kg (billed 1 kg), taking 12–22 days.
How long does 1 kg take to reach Canada?
The fastest estimated line is Standard air at about 8–16 days. Sea lines take longer but cost less per kg above their minimum weight.
Will I pay import tax in Canada?
Goods valued at CAD 20 or less are relieved of duty and taxes. Above CAD 20, GST/HST and any duty apply (the higher CUSMA thresholds only cover US/Mexico-origin goods).