You've found the product. We handle everything else. Sea freight from $305/CBM and air freight from $13/kg — Benoni-based import agents serving businesses across South Africa.
Best for: large or heavy shipments where speed is not critical. Sea freight is the most cost-effective option per unit for most manufactured goods.
Air Freight
Air Cargo
$13
per kilogram
Collection arranged in China*
Flies into OR Tambo, Cape Town or Durban
Customs clearance & SARS handling
Door delivery anywhere in South Africa
7–10 working days door-to-door
Ideal for urgent or high-value goods
Best for: time-sensitive orders, lighter goods (<200 kg), high-value items, or when sea freight transit time is too long for your needs.
* Rates are door-to-door and DDP (delivery duty paid) — import duty and import customs VAT are already included in the freight price, so there is no separate tariff for you to work out. Rates assume goods are delivered to our consolidation warehouse in China; collection from another area in China may add a cost depending on size, weight and location. 15% VAT is charged over and above, on your final Storm media invoice. The all-in cost is confirmed upfront — no hidden charges.
⚠ Freight rates fluctuate daily based on fuel surcharges, carrier availability, and exchange rates. The rates shown are indicative starting points only. Always contact us for a current, accurate quote before making any purchasing decisions.
How It Works
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Send Us Your Product Details
Share the product specs, dimensions, weight per carton, quantity, and supplier details. If you have an Alibaba or 1688 link, send that too.
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We Cost Everything
We calculate your full landed cost — product cost, sea or air freight, customs duty, VAT, and our fee. You get a clear quote before committing to anything.
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We Handle Production & Collection
Once you approve, we liaise with the factory, coordinate production lead times, and arrange collection from the factory floor in China.
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Freight & Customs — Done for You
Your goods are shipped by sea or air freight. We manage all export and import documentation, SARS customs clearance, and port handling at the South African side.
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Delivered to Your Door
Once cleared, your shipment is delivered directly to your warehouse, factory, or business premises anywhere in South Africa — Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or beyond.
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Repeat Orders Made Easy
Once we've run your first import, subsequent orders are faster and simpler. We keep your supplier details, specifications, and costing on file for quick turnaround.
Freight Calculator
Select your product category, then enter carton size and quantity. Rates are DDP (delivery duty paid) — door-to-door with duty included. Minimum 1 CBM; charged on the greater of volume or weight (1 CBM = 1000 kg).
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Rates are tiered by cargo type, destination and total weight (door-to-door, double customs clearance & tax included). Chargeable weight is the higher of actual vs volumetric (L×W×H÷5000).
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Enter the value of your goods to estimate the 15% VAT Storm media adds on your final invoice. VAT is charged on the goods value plus freight.
⚠ Estimates are a guide only — freight rates change often and may not reflect current pricing; we confirm the live rate before you order. Included: door-to-door freight, customs clearance, import duty and import VAT (sea is DDP — delivery duty paid). Not included: the cost of your goods. Your final invoice from Storm media is subject to 15% VAT. Prices assume goods are delivered to our warehouse in China — collection from another area in China is quoted separately (depends on size, weight & location). A small-order surcharge applies to small loads. Ask us for a full landed cost.
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Why Import Through Storm media
One local company managing the entire route from a Chinese factory floor to your door in South Africa.
◆All-in pricingFreight, double customs clearance and tax are included — no surprise charges on arrival.
◆We handle everythingCollection in China, export and import customs, and delivery to your door anywhere in SA.
◆A local point of contactBenoni-based and SA-registered — deal with a local team, not a foreign agent in a different time zone.
◆Transparent costingSee an instant estimate here, then we confirm the live rate and a full landed cost before you commit.
◆Sea & air optionsWe recommend the most cost-effective method for your weight, volume and deadline.
◆Sourcing too, if you need itAlready found your factory? We just ship it. Haven't? We can find and vet a supplier for you.
South African Ports & Airports
■ Sea Freight
South African Seaports
○Port of Durban — KwaZulu-Natal. South Africa's largest and busiest container terminal. Preferred for Johannesburg, Pretoria, and inland Gauteng deliveries.
○Port of Cape Town — Western Cape. Serves Cape Town and surrounding Western Cape regions. Alternative routing available.
Typical sea freight: 45–55 working days door-to-door, including ocean transit, customs clearance and local delivery.
■ Air Freight
South African Airports
○OR Tambo International — Johannesburg, Gauteng. Primary air cargo hub for South Africa. Best for Gauteng and surrounding provinces.
○Cape Town International — Western Cape. Serves Cape Town and the Garden Route.
○King Shaka International — Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Serves the greater Durban region.
Typical air freight: 7–10 working days door-to-door, including customs clearance. We select the most cost-effective and fastest routing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sea freight from China to South Africa starts from $305 USD per CBM on a DDP basis (door-to-door, duty paid), with a minimum of 1 CBM. Air freight starts from $13 USD per kilogram, all-in door-to-door. Rates vary by product category and change often, and a small-order surcharge applies to small loads. Prices assume goods are delivered to our warehouse in China; collection from another area is quoted separately. We provide a full landed-cost breakdown before you commit.
Sea freight from China to Durban or Cape Town typically takes 45–55 working days door-to-door, including ocean transit, customs clearance and local delivery. Add production lead time on top (varies by product, usually 15–30 days) from order confirmation.
Air freight is significantly faster — typically 7–10 working days door-to-door, including customs clearance. Goods are flown into OR Tambo (Johannesburg), Cape Town International, or King Shaka (Durban). Production lead time is added on top of this.
No. Storm media acts as the importer of record on your behalf. We manage all SARS customs documentation, import permits (where required), port handling, and compliance. You don't need an import license or any specialist knowledge — we handle it all end-to-end.
CBM (cubic metre) is the standard volume unit used for sea freight pricing. To calculate your CBM: Length (m) × Width (m) × Height (m) per carton, multiplied by number of cartons. For example, 100 cartons each measuring 60cm × 40cm × 40cm = 100 × 0.6 × 0.4 × 0.4 = 9.6 CBM. Use our CBM calculator above for instant results.
We import a very wide range of products — industrial machinery, manufacturing equipment, consumer goods, packaging materials, branded merchandise, and more. Some products require import permits or specialist compliance (e.g. electronics certifications, pharmaceutical permits, food safety clearance). Contact us and we will advise on feasibility, applicable duties, and any special requirements before you commit.
South Africa's customs duty rates vary by product category (HS tariff code). Common manufactured goods attract duties between 0% and 45%, with most products falling in the 5–20% range. VAT at 15% is payable on the total landed value (product + freight + duty). We research the correct tariff code and duty rate for your specific product and include this in your upfront landed-cost quote — no surprises.
Yes. While this page is aimed at clients who have already found their product, we also offer sourcing assistance. Send us your product brief — specifications, quality requirements, target price — and we will identify suitable factories in China, obtain samples, and manage supplier vetting. Contact us to discuss your sourcing needs.
Import Guides
In-depth guides on importing from China to South Africa — written from real shipments we run every week.
Send us your product details, dimensions, weight, and quantity. We'll come back with a complete all-in cost: freight, customs duty, VAT, and our fee — no hidden charges.