Shipping furniture from Foshan to Australia
Australian orders land at Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Fremantle. Biosecurity is stricter than most destinations, so wood packaging and timber content need to be right before the container sails — we prepare the load with that in mind.
Direct answer
How do I ship furniture from Foshan to Australia?
We consolidate LCL or load an FCL from Foshan to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Fremantle. GST is normally 10% on import, duty depends on the classification, and DAFF biosecurity requires ISPM 15-treated wood packaging and may inspect the container.
- Ports
- Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Fremantle
- Transit
- Roughly 25–35 days door to door.
- Duty / tax
- GST is normally 10%. Duty depends on the classification, and DAFF biosecurity requirements apply to wood and plant material — your broker confirms the entry.
Biosecurity is the first gate
Australia’s Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry treats timber and wood packaging strictly. Crate and pallet timber must carry the ISPM 15 mark, and fumigation or inspection can be required. Getting this right before loading is far cheaper than dealing with it at the wharf.
Which port
Sydney and Melbourne carry most furniture volume; Brisbane serves Queensland and Fremantle Western Australia. If you sell across several states, compare a single port plus domestic freight against splitting the shipment.
LCL and consolidation
LCL consolidation works for first orders, and we combine your pieces with other cargo. Above roughly 15 cubic metres a full container is usually cheaper per cubic metre.
Frequently asked questions
What biosecurity documents do I need?
Wood packaging must be ISPM 15 treated and marked. Depending on the goods, DAFF may ask for a fumigation certificate or inspect the container on arrival — your broker or customs agent coordinates this.
How much GST is payable?
GST is normally 10% on the customs value plus duty, freight and insurance. Your broker accounts for it on the import entry.
Can you ship to Fremantle?
Yes — Fremantle is available as a destination port alongside Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
Duty, tax and transit figures here are indicative only. The rate that applies to your shipment depends on the HS code, the current trade measures in force on the day of import, and your customs broker. We quote freight against the actual container and destination port.