When I ship goods from China to Canada—especially by sea—I always consider purchasing insurance. While it’s not legally required, it gives me peace of mind knowing I’m protected if anything goes wrong during transit. With international shipping, things like damage, loss, or delays can happen, especially when shipping from China to Canada by sea, where transit times are long and containers may be handled multiple times.
The shipping time from China to Canada by sea can take 25 to 45 days, depending on the route and port congestion. That’s a long journey, and a lot can go wrong. Insurance covers these risks and usually costs only 0.3% to 1% of the cargo’s value. For high-value or bulk shipments, I always recommend it.
People Also Ask (PAA)
1. Is shipping insurance mandatory for imports from China to Canada?
No, it’s not required, but it’s strongly recommended to protect your investment.
2. What does shipping insurance usually cover?
It typically covers loss, theft, and damage during transport—whether by sea or air.
3. How long does shipping from China to Canada by sea take?
Sea freight usually takes 25–45 days depending on the origin and destination ports.
4. Is insurance more important for sea or air freight?
Insurance is especially important for shipping from China to Canada by sea, since the journey is longer and involves more handling.
5. How much does shipping insurance cost?
It usually costs 0.3%–1% of the cargo’s value, depending on coverage and provider.