Country Route
Departure Port Major China Ports
Shenzhen Port Nansha Port Shanghai Port
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Destination Country Thailand
Approximately 8-15 days
FCL LCL Customs Clearance Insurance
Container: 20GP 40GP 40HQ
Main Carriers: COSCO Shipping (COSCO) Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) CMA CGM
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Bofeng Logistics provides international sea freight logistics dedicated line services from major Chinese ports to Thailand. Thailand is an important member of ASEAN and one of China's core trading partners in Southeast Asia.

I. Route Overview

Thailand is an important trading partner of China within ASEAN, with major import and export goods including electronic products, auto parts, rubber products, food, textiles, machinery and equipment, etc. Thailand has two core ports, Laem Chabang Port and Bangkok Port, with a well-established shipping network.

II. Port of Origin and Destination Port

Port of Origin Region Advantage
Shenzhen Port (Shekou) South China Dense routes to Thailand, short transit time
Guangzhou Port (Nansha) South China Western Pearl River hub, developed barge network
Shanghai Port East China Most route options

Main Destination Ports in Thailand: Laem Chabang Port (LCB) — Thailand's largest deep-water port, handling approximately 80% of the national container throughput; Bangkok Port (BKK) — Capital gateway, suitable for cargo destined for Bangkok and surrounding areas.

III. Major Shipping Lines

Shipping Line Advantage Routes Sailing Frequency
COSCO Shipping Leading capacity on Southeast Asia routes Multiple sailings per week
MSC Comprehensive coverage on Southeast Asia routes Multiple sailings per week
CMA CGM Dense intra-Asia routes Multiple sailings per week

IV. Full Container Load (FCL) Service

4.1 Available Container Types

Container Type Internal Dimensions (L×W×H) Suitable Cargo
20GP 5.90×2.35×2.39m Heavy cargo, chemicals, rubber products
40GP 12.03×2.35×2.39m Light bulky cargo, textiles, general merchandise
40HQ 12.03×2.35×2.69m High-volume cargo, electronics, machinery
RF Reefer Varies by container spec Food, fruit, pharmaceutical products

4.2 Reference Transit Time

Origin Region Destination Port Direct/Transshipment Reference Transit Time
South China (Shenzhen/Guangzhou) Laem Chabang Direct Approximately 5-7 days
South China (Shenzhen/Guangzhou) Bangkok Direct Approximately 6-8 days
East China (Shanghai) Laem Chabang Direct Approximately 8-12 days

Note: The above transit times are for reference only. Please confirm with actual booking.

V. Less than Container Load (LCL) Service

For small-batch cargo, Bofeng Logistics offers China-Thailand LCL shipping services. Minimum shipment of 1 CBM, charged based on volume or weight (whichever is greater, RT), with 1 CBM = 1000 KG. LCL shipments can be arranged from South China (Shenzhen/Guangzhou).

VI. Trade Terms and Value-Added Services

Term Description Applicable Scenario
FOB China Port Seller responsible up to port of origin Buyer-designated forwarder
CIF Thailand Port Seller responsible for sea freight + insurance to destination port Seller controls transportation
DDP Thailand Door Seller responsible for full transport to Thailand address Door-to-door service

Value-Added Services: Export customs clearance, Thailand import customs clearance, truck pick-up, warehousing and transshipment, transportation insurance.

VII. Operational Notes for Thailand Route

7.1 Documentation Requirements

  • Bill of Lading (B/L), Commercial Invoice, Packing List
  • Invoice must include detailed product names and HS codes
  • Food, cosmetics, etc. require Thailand FDA certification documents

7.2 Customs and Compliance

  • Thai customs has inspection and quarantine requirements for food and cosmetics (Thailand FDA standards)
  • Electronic products must comply with Thai Industrial Standards (TIS)
  • Laem Chabang Port is the main container port, most routes call at this port

7.3 Important Notes

  • Shipment around Thai New Year (Songkran/Water Festival, mid-April) requires attention to schedule adjustments
  • Bangkok Port is a river port with limited draft, suitable for smaller vessels
  • Free time at destination port is typically 3-5 days

VIII. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How long does sea freight from China to Thailand take?

South China to Laem Chabang approximately 5-7 days, East China approximately 8-12 days.

Q2: Which port is the main destination for sea freight to Thailand?

Laem Chabang Port is Thailand's largest deep-water port and the preferred calling port for most container routes. Bangkok Port is suitable for cargo destined for Bangkok.

Q3: What should be noted for Thailand customs clearance?

Food and cosmetics must comply with Thailand FDA requirements, and the product names on the Bill of Lading must be declared truthfully.

Q4: What is the minimum shipment for LCL to Thailand?

Minimum 1 CBM, charged based on volume/weight (whichever is greater).

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This article was created by the professional team at Bofeng Logistics, based on 20 years of international shipping experience.