Ocean Freight Route

XiamenNhava Sheva

CNXMN

INNSA

Distance

2,528 NM

Ocean Transit

## Days

Service Frequency

Daily Sailings

Select Your Cargo Type

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

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.

CN

Origin Port

Xiamen

Infrastructure Highlights

Naturally deep berths capable of accommodating Panamax and post-Panamax ships
Well-developed container terminals with high-capacity quay cranes
Connected multimodal network with highway, rail, and barge connections to inland manufacturing zones
Modern yard operations using RTGs and RMGs for container handling

Key Exports

Electronics and electrical equipmentMachinery and mechanical appliancesTextiles, garments, and footwearFurniture and home goodsStone products, building materials, and ceramics

Export Compliance

Shippers are required to follow Chinese customs regulations, including proper HS coding and full commercial documentation.

IN

Destination Port

Nhava Sheva

Infrastructure Highlights

A range of deep-water container berths capable of handling large mainline vessels
Advanced ship-to-shore gantry cranes and rubber-tired gantries for rapid container handling
Direct rail connectivity via dedicated freight corridors linking the port to up-country logistics hubs
Comprehensive container yard and CFS infrastructure with temperature-controlled connections for perishable cargo

Key Imports

Crude oil and petroleum products (via nearby terminals in the Mumbai harbor region)Machinery and capital equipmentConsumer electronics and electrical goodsChemicals, plastics, and industrial raw materialsMetals, steel products, and project cargo

Import Regulations

Imported cargo must be classified under the correct ITC (HS) code and is liable for customs duties, GST, and other statutory charges

Xiamen to Nhava Sheva Ocean Freight | DNA Supply Chain