Items Commonly Shipped From US To Singapore
As the world’s second busiest port, both the public and private sectors of Singapore ship a wide variety of imports.
The government imports the following items, either for resale or the country’s use, from the US:
- Machinery
- Petroleum products
- Medical equipment
Corporations play an important part in the shipping industry by shipping the following from US:
- Chemicals
- Gems and precious metals
- Electronic equipment
- Motor vehicles
From a consumer’s perspective, the US is one of the top online shopping destinations for Singaporeans. In fact, some items are also cheaper to buy from the US.
Common Prohibited Items To Be Exported From US
There are many items that are prohibited from being exported from the US to any country. The list of prohibited items below is exhaustive but not limited to:
Common Prohibited Items To Be Imported To Singapore
There are many commonly prohibited items in Singapore. Prohibition is mainly caused by the negative effects of these products on the economy and to its citizen’s well being. These items include but is not limited to:
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Shipment Modes For Shipping From US To Singapore
The two most practical modes of transporting your goods from the US to Singapore are air and sea freight. Other than these, land transportation via trucking may be used to transport your goods door-to-door smoothly.
Air Freight
Air freight is the shipping of goods via transport planes. It is the most ideal way if you need your goods to reach their destination quickly. Air freight usually takes about 3 to 8 days to clear customs and reach the destination.
Sea Freight
Sea freight is the transportation of goods between ports by cargo ships, and is the most selected shipping option by traders. Your goods will be packed into LCL or FCL containers before sailing to their destination.
Sea freight from the US to Singapore typically takes around 27 to 46 days, depending on the departure point.
LCL shipping
For LCL shipping, you will pay a flat rate and share the space of the container with other shippers’ products. Shipping period can be longer as all cargos will have to be consolidated from the US and unconsolidated in Singapore.
FCL shipping
If FCL is used, you will pay for the entire container and can decide if you would like to fill it completely. FCL can be faster and more cost-effective for shipping of large cargos.
How To Ship From US To Singapore Using Freight Forwarder
There are five simple steps to take in order to ship your goods over to Singapore.
Why choose M&P International Freights?
M&P International Freights has a vast international network and extensive experience in providing one-stop freight shipping services.
Additionally, we also provide container trucking, chartering, trans-shipment, pick and pack warehousing and logistic freight services.
Reliable and Experienced
We have been in the industry since 2006 and proud to have serviced a multitude of clients from different industries.
You will have a personal consultant attached to you, so that you can be updated along the way.
Adaptable To Changes
Having been in the industry since 2006, we have an expansive network of service providers.
Our network has allowed us to adapt to challenges in the industry and build a high level of independence.
Personalised Freight Solutions
As every client’s shipping needs are different, we will advise on the suitable freight methods and route based on the shipping requirements.
At M&P, we will find solutions to ensure that the shipping plans are tailored to your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does shipping take from US to Singapore?
When shipping items from the US to Singapore, air freight usually takes between 3 to 8 days, while sea freight takes between 27 to 46 days.
How much is shipping from US to Singapore?
Air freight and sea freight will have different costs.
Air freight
The cost of air freight is dependent on the total weight of the cargo and distance travelled. For an estimate, air freight can cost about S$1.90 to S$2.60 per kg.
Sea freight
LCL and FCL sea freight rates are calculated differently. It is advised to choose FCL if your cargo is larger than 15 CBM.
- LCL
LCL sea freight cargo is priced on the total chargeable volume in CBM. Also depending on the route, the cost for LCL ranges between $25 and $140 per CBM.
- FCL
FCL sea cargo is calculated per container from port-to-port, and will vary based on the distance travelled.
For example, the shipping cost of a 20” container can range between USD$5,700 and USD$15,000. For a 40” container, it can range between USD$10,000 to USD$22,000.
What are the taxes and duties for exporting from the US?
There are no taxes and duties for exporting from the US.
What are the taxes and duties for importing to Singapore?
Duties are levied on goods imported into Singapore at a general rate, which is 20% of the goods’ custom value. However, there are specific rates for these 4 categories:
- Intoxicating liquors
- Tobacco products
- Motor vehicles
- Petroleum products and biodiesel blends
There are taxes for both non-dutiable and dutiable goods imported to Singapore. For non-dutiable goods, tax will be 7% x Customs value or Last Selling Price (LSP). For dutiable goods, tax will be 7% x (Customs value or LSP + duties payable).