Malaysia is a key Asian market for Canadian companies. Both countries are members of the CPTPP free trade agreement. Companies rely on cheap solutions for shipping to Malaysia from Canada. And vice versa. Malaysia’s GDP is growing by over 5.3 percent per year. This growth is driven by its strategic geographical location, attracting high-value sectors like electronics, aerospace, and medical devices.
Malaysia's position in Southeast Asia is ideal for the growing near shoring trend. Its trade connectivity is enhanced by Jet's Malaysia partners using the Kuala Lumpur Gateway.
For individuals shipping personal goods, Canada Post is usually the best option. The lowest cost for a small package, for example, is around $42 for up to 2 kilograms via Canada post surface.
For businesses and heavier packages, global couriers can be the better option. Pallets and large commercial orders can benefit from sea freight options.
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The cost of sending to Malaysia depends primarily on the size and weight of your package. Other cost factors include the transit time, mode of shipping and carrier discount.
The actual cost also depends on your level of discount, cost of fuel and delivery address.
A 10 pound package to Malaysia averages around CAD $225 via an express carrier.
This guide reviews the pros and cons of each shipping method. Providing you the information to figure out which option works best.
This guide provides the information you need to find the best option for shipping to Malaysia from Canada. As well as low cost importing to Canada of Malaysian goods.
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This Guide for shipping to Malaysia explores of the main elements of international shipping between Canada and Malaysia:
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There are several shipping options available for sending goods between Malaysia and Canada. The best option depends on your specific needs and preferences. Here are some common shipping options that you might consider:
Canada Post is the ideal option for individuals shipping personal items to Malaysia. Pos Malaysia Berhad is the Malaysian postal delivery service partner of Canada Post. Their online tool is a great help for estimating costs.
Canada Post Delivery Options to Malaysia include:
FedEx and UPS are North America's largest carriers. Along with DHL, offer reliable express delivery to Malaysia. Get discounts from directly from the carrier or via one of their partners. Fill in form below for a price.
FedEx and UPS shipping Malaysia from Canada delivery options include:
The cheapest courier service for many shippers is via a partner of the above carriers.
Jet Worldwide is a global Canadian brand with shipping solutions for over 40 years. Jet Worldwide offers options for shipping between Canada and Malaysia for parcels, pallets and online orders.
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Purolator (a subsidiary of Canada Post) is a leading parcel carrier in Canada. They provide international delivery to Malaysia partner carriers - such as UPS.
All shipments with a value over $2,000 (or otherwise with restrictions) require a Canadian export declaration. Read more about the CERS B-13 export requirement.
Malaysia's customs authorities have strict enforcement of regulations. Knowledge and Compliance is essential before shipping.
Malaysia has specific import regulations that businesses and individuals should be aware of when bringing goods into the country. Some of the key regulations include:
Cargo to Malaysia must include an invoice for customs or other supporting documents.
Malaysian customs bases duty and taxes on the CIF value (Cost of goods plus Insurance and Freight). The duty rate assessment is on the classification (or the HS Code).
It is important to verify compliance with the relevant authorities before importing goods into Malaysia.
Documentation necessary for shipping to Malaysia can varies on the nature of the goods. Essential international documentation includes:
Air freight from Canada to Malaysia is fast can be a cost-effective price. Jet provides transparent international freight options for shipments as small as 50 kilograms. We offer the lowest price for Air freight shipping from Canada to Malaysia Airports.
Sea freight, or ocean, is the lowest cost for pallets and larger commercial orders to Malaysia. We advise allowing up to 2 months transit time. Useful information regarding ocean freight from Canada.
Less than container load (LCL) provides solutions for sending pallet freight. Your shipment will share space in a container with other shippers. The transit time for LCL is longer due the additional time to consolidate and de-consolidate.
Full container load is the fastest way to ship via sea freight from Canada to Malaysia. Delivery from the port is faster than LCL. This can include either a 20 foot or 40 foot container.
Door-to-door transit time for cargo Malaysia to Canada can take up to 2 months. The actual time depends on the port of origin and destination. The nature of the shipment can add transit delays. Air cargo takes around 1 week to major cities in Canada.
Ocean freight, of course, takes much longer time. Up to 42 days port to port is a common time estimate.FCL shipping is faster than LCL shipping. See mention above.
The best shipping option to Canada depends on several factors. In general, the lowest cost for packages is via Canada post surface. For heavier commercial shipments up to around 100 kilograms, air freight is the best fast option. Air freight has a much higher per kilogram rate. While ocean has many more minimum surcharges.
The cost benefit of shipping via ocean become more clear for cargo consignments over 500 kilograms.
Toronto and Kuala Lumpur are the economic hubs of each country. Overall, shipping costs to Kuala Lumpur from Toronto benefit from high volume. Toronto goods commonly transport from either Montreal or Halifax. Ship to any destination in Malaysia.
Port Kelang, located just 23 miles northeast of Kuala Lumpur, is the main port of Malaysia. It is one of the largest container ports in Malaysia.
There are a many other ocean ports in Malaysia
Items with restrictions to Malaysia include
Items no permissible to Malaysia :
Duty for shipments to Malaysia can vary. Documents, pet accessories, computers, audio video equipment can clear duty free. While such things as home appliances and toys can be subject to 20% duty.
Malaysia’s tariffs are typically on a value-add basis. A simple average applied tariff of 6.1 percent applies for industrial goods but can be higher for certain goods.
Most carriers use shipping term Ex Works (EXW) as the default option. Meaning all import costs assign to the receiver. Shippers from Canada can choose to pay the import fees on behalf of the receiver. A Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) option is available from most carriers. Useful information: Incoterms and shipping terms for packages and online orders.
Import fees paid the shipper are not recoverable. Payment of VAT by the Malaysian importer may be recoverable.
In addition to duties and taxes, courier imports to Malaysia are subject to a Disbursements Fee by carriers. This is a charge for the prepayment of import fees. The costs vary by carrier. They average around 3% of the customs duties and taxes. A minimum charge of approximately MYR 55 usually applies. This fee is itself subject to a Service Tax of 6%.
The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is a free trade agreement that Canada shares with Malaysia . The agreement reduces barriers to trade and provides preferential duty free import between each other.
Canada’s Most Favour Nation (MFN) tariff rates are generally applicable to imports from Canada to Malaysia. Duty free preferential import under CPTPP apply to imports that meet the rules of origin. The shipment must also include the origin certification.
Many Canadian goods can clear duty-free under the CP-TPP free trade agreement. To qualify, the consignment must include a certificate of origin and other supporting paperwork. READ MORE: Benefits of Duty Free CPTPP IMPORT
In order to claim the preferential tariff treatment to Malaysia from Canada under CPTPP, a set of data is necessary. It can be via the exporter, producer or importer of the goods. It can be part of the commercial Invoice or other document.
CPTPP self-certification of origin allows importers and exporters to self-declare they have met the rules of origin criteria. This eliminates the potentially cumbersome and costly process of applying for certificates of origin under other free trade agreements. Verify: Certificate of Origin and when it is necessary.
The data elements do not have to follow a specific format. It must contain the minimum data elements. In addition, the import must originate from a CPTPP country.
For full details regarding the minimum data requirements for the certification of origin, refer to Annex 3-B of the CPTPP agreement.
Products less than USD 1000 (equivalent in local currency) from Malaysia only require a signed statement. This can be via the importer, exporter or producer. The statement certifies that the goods originate from Canada.
DUTY-FREE ≠ TAX-FREE:
All goods - even those that import duty-free - are subject to Malaysian tax (including 6% SST).
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