China → Malaysia: what 10 kg costs to ship
Cheapest estimate: ¥35–¥60 (RM21.27–RM36.46) by Economy sea · about ¥4–¥6 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
10 kg / 1 kg1 kg reached — consolidated parcels of 1.2 kg or more are the sweet spot.
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| Route | Estimated price (CNY) | Local currency | Transit | Billed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥130–¥216 | RM78.99–RM131.25 | 5–9 days | 10 kg |
| Economy airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥88–¥153 | RM53.47–RM92.97 | 7–12 days | 10 kg |
| Economy seaEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥35–¥60 | RM21.27–RM36.46 | 14–24 days | 10 kg |
Route detail for 10 kg to Malaysia
| Route | Estimated price (CNY) | Local currency | Transit | Billed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥130–¥216 | RM78.99–RM131.25 | 5–9 days | 10 kg |
| Economy airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥88–¥153 | RM53.47–RM92.97 | 7–12 days | 10 kg |
| Economy seaEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥35–¥60 | RM21.27–RM36.46 | 14–24 days | 10 kg |
- Standard air · 10 kg¥13–¥22/kg · RM78.99–RM131.25 total
- Economy air · 10 kg¥9–¥15/kg · RM53.47–RM92.97 total
- Economy sea · 10 kg¥4–¥6/kg · RM21.27–RM36.46 total
Going from 5 kg to 10 kg changes the cheapest per-kg estimate from about ¥6 to ¥5 — 14% less per kg.
Malaysia rate table by weight (CNY, estimates)
| Weight | Standard air | Economy air | Economy sea |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kg | ¥22–¥36 | ¥16–¥27 | ¥20–¥35 |
| 2 kg | ¥34–¥56 | ¥24–¥41 | ¥20–¥35 |
| 5 kg | ¥70–¥116 | ¥48–¥83 | ¥20–¥35 |
| 10 kg | ¥130–¥216 | ¥88–¥153 | ¥35–¥60 |
| 20 kg | ¥250–¥416 | ¥168–¥293 | ¥65–¥110 |
| 50 kg | — | — | ¥155–¥260 |
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.
Malaysia tax and restrictions
Low-value goods (RM500 or less): 10% sales tax collected by registered sellers since 2024-01-01. Above RM500: import duty and sales tax assessed at the border.
- 10% sales tax on low-value goods (RM500 or less) has applied since 2024-01-01 and is collected by registered sellers.
- Halal and veterinary rules restrict meat products; some cosmetics need notification.
- Drones, walkie-talkies and radio equipment may need SIRIM/MCMC approval.
Source: Royal Malaysian Customs Department — MySST portal (Sales Tax on Low Value Goods) · checked 2026-11-13
FAQ
What is the cheapest way to ship 10 kg from China to Malaysia?
In our estimates, Economy sea is cheapest at ¥35–¥60 for 10 kg (billed 10 kg), taking 14–24 days.
How long does 10 kg take to reach Malaysia?
The fastest estimated line is Standard air at about 5–9 days. Sea lines take longer but cost less per kg above their minimum weight.
Will I pay import tax in Malaysia?
Low-value goods (RM500 or less): 10% sales tax collected by registered sellers since 2024-01-01. Above RM500: import duty and sales tax assessed at the border.