Import from China to Melbourne, the simple way
Melbourne is Australia's busiest container port city. Local importers can get factory prices and quick delivery.
- How goods arrive
- Containers arrive directly at the Port of Melbourne.
- Sea transit
- 14 to 20 days to Sydney or Melbourne
- Customs
- Australian Border Force
Who we help in Melbourne
- Distributors
- E-commerce
- Builders
- Retail
How it works
Describe your product
Share a photo, a link or specifications. A single product is accepted.
Receive your sourcing report
Within 5 to 10 days: vetted suppliers with prices, minimum orders, lead times and sample options.
Choose the next step
Order directly, or have us negotiate, inspect and coordinate shipping to you in Melbourne.
Typical timeline to Melbourne
- Your requestDay 1
- Sourcing report5 to 10 days
- SamplesOften 1 to 3 weeks
- ProductionOften 2 to 6 weeks
- Inspection1 to 2 days
- Shipping to Melbourne14 to 20 days to Sydney or Melbourne
Typical durations only. Actual timing depends on the product, the supplier, the season and customs.
ChAFTA
Get a certificate of origin to access the lower duty rate.
ChAFTA duty savings
With a certificate of origin, most Chinese goods enter duty free.
Inspection before you pay
We or a third-party company check the goods at the factory, so problems are fixed before they travel to Melbourne.
Questions from Melbourne
How long to Melbourne?
About two to three weeks.
Can you ship to Perth?
Yes, through Fremantle.
Is there a minimum order?
No. You can start with a single product in any quantity. The research fee remains the same.
Are samples free?
It depends on the supplier. Many provide samples at no charge, although the courier cost is usually paid by the buyer.
Request a quote
Describe the product you need. Within 48 hours, we reply with the next steps and a quote for your sourcing report.
No obligation. The fee is confirmed in writing before any work begins.
Prefer email? Write to sales@klmsourcing.com