How to ship hanfu set from China to Singapore
A typical hanfu set parcel measures 35×28×10 cm and weighs 0.9 kg, but it bills at 1.633 kg (volumetric weight). Estimated cheapest line: ¥25–¥40 (S$4.81–S$7.69) by Economy sea.
Volumetric Weight Calculator (/6000 & /5000)
Enter the box size and scale weight to see which one you will be billed for, and how much removing boxes or vacuum packing saves.
- Actual weight
- 0.9 kg
- Volumetric weight (/6000)
- 1.63 kg
- Chargeable weight
- 1.63 kg
Billed by volume — this parcel is light and bulky. You pay for 1.81× the scale weight.
After unboxing: 1.31 kg (32×26×9 cm)
Saves 0.33 kg of chargeable weight (≈ ¥9 on the standard air line).
1 kg consolidation meter
0.9 kg / 1 kgAdd 0.10 kg more to reach 1 kg.
Below 1 kg you still pay for the first-weight block: now about ¥3.6 per 100 g, at 1.5 kg about ¥2.7 per 100 g (23% less).
Dense items that fill the gap:
- Blind box figure · ~0.2 kg
- LED light strip · ~0.35 kg
- Umbrella · ~0.4 kg
The new-user offer appears once your consolidated parcel reaches 1 kg.
Ship everything as one consolidated parcel. Never split into tiny parcels. The meter counts actual (scale) weight; prices use chargeable weight.
Hanfu set → Singapore: the numbers
| Typical box | 35 × 28 × 10 cm (9,800 cm³) |
|---|---|
| Actual weight | 0.9 kg |
| Volumetric weight /6000 | 1.633 kg |
| Volumetric weight /5000 (express) | 1.96 kg |
| Chargeable weight | 1.633 kg (volumetric) |
| After unboxing / vacuum (−20% volume) | 1.306 kg → ¥25–¥38 |
| Singapore rule | General cargo |
| Low-value tax rule | GST (9%) · threshold 400 SGD |
Typical retail packaging sizes and weights estimated by the editor; your item may differ. Editorial estimate (not an official price) · checked 2026-11-13.
Estimated route prices for 1.633 kg
| Route | Estimated price (CNY) | Local currency | Transit | Billed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥39–¥61 | S$7.50–S$11.73 | 4–8 days | 2 kg |
| Economy airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥30–¥46 | S$5.77–S$8.85 | 6–10 days | 2 kg |
| Economy seaEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥25–¥40 | S$4.81–S$7.69 | 12–20 days | 5 kg |
Can hanfu set go to Singapore?
Matched “hanfu”
General cargo — accepted on standard air and sea lines.
Tip: Consolidate with other items to pass 1 kg and lower the per-kg cost.
Singapore customs & quarantine notes
- GST (9%) applies to low-value goods up to SGD 400 through registered sellers; goods imported by air above SGD 400 are taxed at import.
- E-cigarettes and vapes are prohibited; chewing gum (except dental/medicated) is restricted.
- Large furniture often goes by sea — check cubic (CBM) pricing and delivery-to-HDB rules.
Low-value goods up to SGD 400: 9% GST is charged by GST-registered overseas sellers/platforms. Above SGD 400 (air): GST is payable at import. Customs duty applies only to liquor, tobacco, motor vehicles and petroleum.
Source: Singapore Customs — GST on Low-Value Goods · checked 2026-11-13
Packing hanfu set for Singapore
Remove the gift box and fold the layers flat. Removing about 20% of the volume changes the bill from 1.633 kg to 1.306 kg, roughly ¥0–¥2 less on Economy sea.
Step by step
- Check the item: hanfu set ships to Singapore as general cargo.
- Buy it on Taobao, Tmall, Pinduoduo, 1688 or JD and ship it to your forwarding warehouse with your identification code.
- Packing: Remove the gift box and fold the layers flat.
- Consolidate it with other items until the parcel passes 1 kg, then choose Economy sea or another line.
- Declare the real item name and value for Singapore customs.
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
0.9 kg / 1 kgAdd 0.10 kg more to reach 1 kg.
Below 1 kg you still pay for the first-weight block: now about ¥3.6 per 100 g, at 1.5 kg about ¥2.7 per 100 g (23% less).
Dense items that fill the gap:
- Blind box figure · ~0.2 kg
- LED light strip · ~0.35 kg
- Umbrella · ~0.4 kg
The new-user offer appears once your consolidated parcel reaches 1 kg.
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 | ¥39–¥61 | S$7.50–S$11.73 | 4–8 days | 2 kg |
| Economy airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥30–¥46 | S$5.77–S$8.85 | 6–10 days | 2 kg |
| Economy seaEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥25–¥40 | S$4.81–S$7.69 | 12–20 days | 5 kg |
FAQ
How much does it cost to ship hanfu set from China to Singapore?
A typical hanfu set parcel (35×28×10 cm, 0.9 kg) bills at 1.633 kg. Our editorial estimate is ¥25–¥40 (S$4.81–S$7.69) on Economy sea, 12–20 days. Confirm the live price in your forwarder’s app.
Is hanfu set billed by volumetric weight?
Yes. Its volumetric weight (1.633 kg at /6000) is higher than the actual 0.9 kg, so you pay for 1.81× the scale weight. Remove the gift box and fold the layers flat.
Can I ship hanfu set to Singapore?
In our checker, hanfu set ships to Singapore as general cargo. General cargo — accepted on standard air and sea lines.