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How to Ship from China to Germany with DDP (2026 Guide)
Quick answer — China → Germany DDP
- Sea DDP to Germany: ~32–38 days door to door via Hamburg
- Rail DDP to Duisburg: ~40 days — strong for 5–30 CBM
- Import VAT 19% included under DDP; EU duty by HS code
Shipping from China to Germany with DDP means one all-in price: freight, EU customs, German import duty, 19% VAT, and door delivery. GSC routes via Hamburg/Bremerhaven (sea), Duisburg (rail), or Frankfurt/Munich (air) from Guangzhou.
Germany Ports & Rail Hubs
Hamburg and Bremerhaven handle most ocean FCL/LCL. Rail terminates at Duisburg for trucking nationwide. Also see Germany shipping guide.
DDP vs DAP for German Importers
Most e-commerce and wholesale importers choose DDP for predictable landed cost. Compare DAP vs CIF vs DDP and EU VAT guide.
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