Ocean Freight Route

MombasaYantian

KEMBA

CNCWN

Distance

4,650 NM

Ocean Transit

## Days

Service Frequency

Daily Sailings

Select Your Cargo Type

See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between Kenya and China.

Auto Parts

Automotive parts and tires for vehicles, including components, spares and assemblies.

Automobiles

OOG / Breakbulk

Finished passenger cars and light vehicles shipped by RoRo or in containers

Building & Construction Materials

Mixed building materials, tools, hardware, and lighting for construction projects

Chemicals

Industrial and specialty chemicals, often hazardous and tightly regulated.

Clothing & Textiles

Clothing, apparel, and textile products including garments, fabrics, and fashion items

Consumer Electronics

Consumer electronics: TVs, audio, gadgets, home AV and other sensitive tech devices

Fresh & Frozen Food

Fresh chilled and frozen food needing cold chain, fast transit and strict hygiene controls.

Furniture & Home Décor

Furniture, furnishings and home decor including sets, mirrors and wall decor

Household Appliances

Household and kitchen appliances from major white goods to smaller countertop devices

Industrial Machinery & Construction Equipment

OOG / Breakbulk

Industrial and construction machinery, heavy equipment, generators, HVAC and factory units

Mixed Consumer Goods

Mixed non-perishable consumer, packaging goods and airline supplies on standard pallets

Office Supplies

General office supplies and stationery, including paper, files and small office equipment

Packaged Food

Shelf-stable packaged foods, snacks and beverages in consumer-ready packaging

Pharmaceuticals

Temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals and medicines requiring strict controlled transport conditions

Toys & Sporting Goods

Toys, games, and sports equipment for leisure, recreation, and fitness activities.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

KE

Origin Port

Mombasa

Infrastructure Highlights

High-draft berths capable of handling mainline container vessels
High-capacity container terminals with rubber-tired gantries and reach stackers
Connected rail and road corridors via the national rail network to inland dry ports
Specialized oil and bulk cargo facilities at the Kipevu oil terminal

Key Exports

Tea and agricultural productsCoffee and horticultural produceMinerals and soda ashManufactured goods and textilesTransit cargo for Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, and Eastern DRC

Export Compliance

Shippers should comply with Kenya Revenue Authority electronic customs filing and ensure full documentation in the customs system.

CN

Destination Port

Yantian

Infrastructure Highlights

Large-vessel-capable berths supporting mainline Asia–Europe and transpacific services
Modern container yard facilities with integrated stacking systems
Integrated rail connections linking the terminal to inland logistics hubs across South China
Upgraded gate and truck appointment systems that improve landside cargo flows

Key Imports

Raw materials and components for manufacturingConsumer goods and retail merchandiseAutomotive parts and machineryChemicals and industrial inputsFoodstuffs and refrigerated cargo

Import Regulations

All inbound cargo are subject to China Customs inspection, quarantine, and CIQ requirements, especially for pharmaceuticals

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