Guide to Large Furniture and Home Appliances Taobao Consolidation Shipping to Taiwan: Process and Cost Guide
For users who want to purchase large furniture and home appliances such as sofas, refrigerators and televisions from the Chinese mainland and then ship them back to Taiwan through Taojiyun, the process, cost and customs clearance issues of cross-border transportation are often the biggest concerns. This guide will break down the exclusive services of Taojiyun for large items, helping you avoid transportation traps and ensuring the safe arrival of furniture and home appliances in Taiwan.
I. Complete Process of consolidated Shipping of Large Furniture and Home Appliances to Taiwan by Taojiyun
1. Confirm the compliance of the items in advance and obtain the dedicated warehouse address
Among large furniture and home appliances, some categories are subject to restrictions by Taiwan's customs (for example, home appliances with a power exceeding 110V need to be reported separately). First, on the official website of Taojiyun, ... Embargo list Confirm whether the items can be transported (for example, wooden sofas need to provide a certificate of no pests or diseases, and the type of refrigerant for air conditioner outdoor units needs to be marked).
After downloading and registering an account, go to Warehouse management Get the pageAddress of the consolidated shipping warehouse on the Chinese mainland(Including a dedicated code for distinguishing packages), please fill in this address directly when placing an order
2. Goods warehousing and professional reinforced packaging
After the merchant ships the goods, the package will be scanned for entry within 24 hours after arriving at the Taojiyun warehouse
For the particularity of large items, the warehouse providesCustomized reinforcement servicesFor example, building a wooden frame
3. Select the mode of transportation and submit the consolidated shipping order
In My package Check the orders that require consolidated shipping on the page and select the mode of transportation:
- Maritime express line(Recommended) : For items such as sofas and double-door refrigerators, the delivery time is 7-10 days. The shipping cost is based on the volume weight (length). Wide × High ÷ 6000) Calculation.
- Air freight channel for large itemsSuitable for emergencies (such as TV), with a delivery time of 3 to 5 days
It needs to be filled in when submitting the orderThe delivery address in Taiwan (including floor information) can be delivered to Shangfu if it meets the delivery conditions of Taojiyun
4. Customs clearance and local delivery in Taiwan
The dedicated customs clearance team of Taojiyun will sort out large items in advanceDeclaration materials(Including purchase invoice, item specifications, and usage description). When the declared value of a single invoice exceeds NT $3,000, customs duties must be paid in accordance with the regulations of Taiwan customs (the tax rate for furniture is approximately 5% - 10%, and for household appliances, it is approximately 10% - 15%, which can be chosen at the time of placing the order“ Tax-inclusiveService.
After customs clearance is completed, Taojiyun will deliver the goods. Before delivery, the delivery time will be confirmed by phone. Large items will be delivered to the floor below by default. If you need to enter your home, you need to communicate with the delivery person in advance (in some communities, the elevator size is limited, and extra-large sofas may need to take the stairs, and additional fees need to be negotiated).
Ii. Details of Large Item Consolidation Fees for Taojiyun
The cost consists of four parts (optional)
- Customs clearance fee
- Value-added service fee
Iii. Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Can large items such as sofas and refrigerators be disassembled into small pieces for transportation?
A: Do not split unless necessary. Detachable sofas (such as modular ones) can be disassembled for packaging to save space, but please note in the order. Needs to be assembled And require the warehouse to retain the assembly manual; Refrigerators, televisions and other integrated electrical appliances must not be disassembled; otherwise, it will affect the warranty.
- Q: Will the goods be detained at the port after being transported by sea to Taiwan?
A: The customs clearance time of Taojiyun is stable (1-2 working days). If the port is detained due to incorrect declaration information, supplementary materials must be provided within 24 hours; otherwise, a detention fee (about 200 yuan per day) will be charged. It is recommended to check the declaration list with the customer service in advance.
Through Taojiyun's large item dedicated line service, high-quality and cost-effective furniture and home appliances from the Chinese mainland can be safely and economically delivered to Taiwan. As long as the size confirmation, packaging reinforcement and customs clearance document preparation are done in advance, 90% of the transportation problems can be avoided and the ... can be easily achieved. Cross-border Home Ownership freedom .
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