Shipping from Guangzhou to Iceland Air Sea Freight services

# BETTERluck Shipping: Guangzhou to Iceland Air & Sea Freight Services   Your trusted logistics partner for shipping from Guangzhou to Iceland, offering tailored air cargo, sea freight (LCL/FCL), and comprehensive transport solutions. Since 2007, BETTERluck Shipping (Guangzhou) Limited has delivered professional services with **cheapest prices**, **lowest costs**, and seamless support for "Made in China" cargo, connecting Guangzhou’s markets to Iceland efficiently.   ## Key Transport Hubs & Logistics Insights   ### Iceland’s Airports & Seaports   - **Major Airports**:    - Keflavík International Airport (KEF) – Iceland’s primary international airport, located near Reykjavik, handling 98% of international air cargo. It serves as a hub for electronics, machinery, and time-sensitive goods, with modern cargo facilities.    - Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) – A smaller airport focusing on domestic flights, with limited cargo services for local deliveries.   - **Major Seaports**:    - Port of Reykjavik – Iceland’s largest seaport, handling 70% of the country’s maritime trade, including containerized goods, consumer products, and industrial equipment.    - Port of Akureyri – A northern hub, specializing in fishing-related cargo and supplies for local industries.    - Port of Hafnarfjörður – A key port for container shipments and ferry services, supporting Reykjavik’s logistics network.   ### Guangdong (China) Airports & Seaports   - **Airports**:    - Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)    - Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX)    - Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) – All with air cargo routes to Keflavík via European or North American hubs.   - **Seaports**:    - Guangzhou Port (Nansha Terminal)    - Shenzhen Port (Yantian, Shekou Terminals) – Major gateways with shipping routes to Icelandic ports via European transshipment hubs (e.g., Rotterdam, Hamburg), supporting LCL/FCL sea freight.   ### Guangdong’s Foreign Trade Wholesale Markets   We provide direct pickup from Guangzhou’s key sourcing hubs:   - Baiyun World Leather Market (leather goods & accessories)   - Baima Fashion Market (clothing, apparel & textiles)   - Sanyuanli General Merchandise Market (daily necessities & small commodities)   - Liwan Toy Market (toys & children’s products)   - Guangzhou Furniture Wholesale Market (furniture & home decor)   - Foshan Ceramics Wholesale Market (ceramic tiles & sanitary ware)   ### Guangdong Cities & Their Key Export Products   - **Guangzhou**: Electronics, textiles, furniture, lighting equipment, auto parts.   - **Shenzhen**: Smartphones, semiconductors, tech gadgets, LED displays, drones.   - **Foshan**: Ceramics, home appliances (air conditioners, refrigerators), furniture.   - **Dongguan**: Toys, footwear, electronics components, plastic products.   - **Zhuhai**: Medical devices, communication equipment, plastic molds.   - **Shantou**: Toys, textiles, light industrial goods (kitchenware, stationery).   - **Jiangmen**: Electrical appliances, metal products (stainless steel cookware).   ### Flights from China & Hong Kong to Iceland   - There are no direct flights from China or Hong Kong to Iceland. All routes require transits via European hubs:    - **Transit via London (UK)**: From Guangzhou/Shenzhen to London (12-14 hours), then to Keflavík (2.5 hours). Total travel time: 20-24 hours.    - **Transit via Amsterdam (Netherlands)**: From Hong Kong to Amsterdam (13-15 hours), then to Keflavík (2 hours). Total: 21-25 hours.    - **Transit via Copenhagen (Denmark)**: From Guangzhou to Copenhagen (11-13 hours), then to Keflavík (2 hours). Total: 19-23 hours.   - Key airlines involved: British Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Icelandair, and Cathay Pacific (Hong Kong).   ### Container Liners from China to Iceland   - **Sailings via European hubs**: Major carriers including Maersk, CMA CGM, MSC, and中远海运 (Cosco Shipping) operate services from Guangdong ports to Reykjavik and Hafnarfjörður via Rotterdam (Netherlands) or Hamburg (Germany).   - **Transit time**:    - 40-50 days from Guangzhou/Shenzhen to Port of Reykjavik.    - 42-52 days to Port of Hafnarfjörður.   - **Services**: LCL (consolidated cargo) for small shipments and FCL (20ft/40ft containers) for bulk goods, with options for climate-controlled containers (important for electronics and machinery in cold climates).   ### Iceland’s Top Imports from China   Iceland primarily imports from China to meet consumer, industrial, and infrastructure needs:   - **Electronics** (smartphones, laptops, electrical appliances) – Sourced from Shenzhen and Guangzhou to support daily life and business operations.   - **Textiles & apparel** (winter clothing, fabrics) – Essential for Iceland’s cold climate, with Guangzhou’s markets providing affordable and durable options.   - **Machinery & equipment** (construction tools, fishing equipment) – Aiding infrastructure projects and Iceland’s vital fishing industry.   - **Furniture & home decor** – Catering to residential and commercial needs, with designs adapted to Iceland’s living spaces.   - **Consumer goods** (toys, household items) – Meeting retail demand in urban areas like Reykjavik.   ### Iceland Customs Clearance Requirements & Procedures   - **Key Procedures**:    1. Submit import declaration to Icelandic Customs (Tollur Íslands) via their electronic system prior to cargo arrival.    2. Undergo documentary checks and physical inspection (random or for regulated goods).    3. Pay duties and taxes, then obtain release authorization.   - **Required Documents**:    - Commercial invoice (in English or Icelandic, detailing product descriptions, quantities, values, and HS codes).    - Packing list (specifying package contents, weights, and dimensions).    - Bill of lading (sea freight) or air waybill (air freight).    - **Certificate of Origin (CO)**: Mandatory for tariff assessment; preferential rates apply under EFTA-China trade agreements (Iceland is an EFTA member).    - **CE Marking**: Required for most industrial goods (electronics, machinery) to comply with European standards.    - Sanitary certificates (for food products and cosmetics).   ### Iceland Import Duties   - As an EFTA member, Iceland follows low-tariff policies:    - Industrial goods (electronics, machinery): 0-3%.    - Textiles and apparel: 3-6%.    - Consumer goods: 5-10%.    - Luxury items: 10-15%.   - **Value-Added Tax (VAT)**: 24% applies to most imports, with exemptions for certain essentials like food and medical supplies.   ### Iceland Customs Clearance: Certification Details   - **Product Compliance**: Electrical goods must meet EU/EFTA safety standards (e.g., CE marking) to ensure compatibility with Iceland’s power grid (230V, 50Hz).   - **Environmental Requirements**: Items like batteries and electronics must comply with Iceland’s waste management regulations (WEEE directive).   - **Document Authentication**: Commercial invoices and CO may need verification by the Icelandic Embassy in China for high-value shipments (over €50,000).   ## Payment & Insurance   - **Accepted Currencies**: BETTERluck is a long-standing client of XTransfer, enabling payments in:    Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Chinese Yuan, Euro, British Pound, Hong Kong Dollar, Japanese Yen, Singapore Dollar, US Dollar, Icelandic Króna, and other major currencies.   - **Insurance**: All shipments are insured by Ping An Insurance, covering loss, damage, and transit risks (including extreme weather conditions common in North Atlantic routes).   ## Comprehensive Logistics Services from Guangzhou to Iceland   - **Flexible Transport Options**: Air cargo (20-25 hours for urgent goods), sea freight (40-50 days for cost-effective bulk), and door-to-door delivery.   - **Local Support**: Pickup from Guangzhou/Shenzhen factories, wholesale markets, or hotels; specialized packaging for cold-climate transit.   - **End-to-End Convenience**: Customs clearance assistance, CE marking coordination, real-time tracking, and insurance coverage. Authorized agent for DHL, FedEx, UPS, EMS, and major container lines.   ## Contact Us   - **WeChat, WhatsApp & Telephone**: +86-18898403007   - **Email**: sales8@blshipping.com   - **Website**: www.blshipping.com   - **Address**: Room 607-608, Talent Building, No.1 Yichuang Street, Huangpu District, Guangzhou City, China | Post Code: 510555   #freight #forwarder #logistics #shipping #cargo #airchinacargo #aircargochina #airfreight #seafreight #Iceland #Guangzhou #madeinchina #guangzhouwholesale #CantonFair #chinafreightforwarder #BETTERluck #containershipping