What Are The Costs For Purchasing Products From China?

The cost of purchasing electric pallet trucks from China is primarily composed of the following components:
1. Product Cost
Standard electric pallet trucks have a load capacity of 1,000 to 1,500 kg and a lift height of 1.6 to 3 meters. Products within this range cost between 1,400 and 2,000 USD each. Replacing the lithium battery or customizing the voltage or controller may incur slightly higher costs.
2. Shipping Costs
This cost varies by country. For example, shipping to the US can cost 40 to 100 USD per cubic meter, to Europe it can be 80 to 120 USD per cubic meter, and to some Southeast Asian countries it can be as little as 20 USD per cubic meter.
3. Port Fees
This cost is significantly affected by the size of the lifting equipment. Larger equipment is subject to significantly higher charges, and this varies significantly from country to country. Generally, this cost ranges from 200 to 800 USD. This includes storage and handling fees.
4. Customs Duties
Electric pallet trucks must pay customs duties upon clearing customs at the port of destination. Tax rates vary by country. For example, China's is 13%. Most countries have rates between 10-20%.
After paying the above fees, you can pick up your goods from the warehouse! Generally, Chinese pallet stackers are sold abroad for three to five times the factory price. For example, a pallet stacker costs 1,500 USD, while in the US it sells for 4,500-7,500 USD. Importing it yourself would cost around 3,000 USD, which is still quite cost-effective. If you purchase more at once, the cost per unit will be even lower.