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ASIA LOGISTICS CARGO WAREHOUSESHIPPING TO INDIA

SHIPPING TO INDIA

Singapore has one of the most open economies in the world. It has a highly developed and successful free market economy which is trade oriented.

India has the one the fastest growing economies in the world. Bilateral relations between this two republics has always been strong and cordial.

This relations have been propagated by the commercial and cultural relations they have. A Comprehensive Economic Order Agreement (CECA) was signed to increase trade, economic cooperation and investments.

Despite of Singapore’s lack of natural resources. Singapore has been able to enhance imported raw materials and export the finished products to developing countries like India.

Searching for a reliable freight forwarder to provide shipping service from Singapore to India. We would definitely be able to help. Contact us today!

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HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO SHIP FROM SINGAPORE TO INDIA?

It takes about 8 days to ship to Chennai and about 11 days to ship to Mumbai via sea freight.

MAIN EXPORTS FROM SINGAPORE TO INDIA

Main exports to India from Singapore include:

  • Petroleum products,
  • Electronic and Machinery equipment,
  • Iron and Steel products,
  • Inorganic chemicals and miscellaneous chemical products,
  • Mechanical appliances among others.

PROHIBITED ITEMS FOR EXPORT FROM SINGAPORE

Goods prohibited for export from Singapore include rhinoceros horns.

Please refer to the Singapore Customs website for the full list of prohibited items.

PROHIBITED ITEMS FOR IMPORT INTO INDIA

According to India’s Customs Act the prohibited items are defined in the sub-section 33 of section 2. The prohibited goods have adverse effect on health, wildlife, social, environmental and security concerns. Some of the commonly prohibited goods are

  • antiquities,
  • narcotic substances and psychotropic substances,
  • counterfeit and pirated goods,
  • wildlife products and human skeleton,
  • aero models,
  • maps and literature where Indian external boundaries have been shown incorrectly,
  • pornographic and obscene materials and
  • chemical weapons among many others.

PROCEDURE FOR SHIPPING FROM SINGAPORE TO INDIA

CHECK IF YOUR GOODS ARE CONTROLLED

Before you export your cargo, you must check whether they are subjected to restrictions by the relevant authorities in Singapore.

GET A CUSTOMS PERMIT

All applications for a customs permit must be submitted via the Singapore Customs’ TradeNet system.

This system can be accessed through

PREPARE DOCUMENTS FOR CARGO CLEARANCE

Certain documents must be presented before export. This depends on the type of goods being transported.

Refer to the Singapore Customs website for more details on the documents required.

BENEFITS OF ENGAGING A FREIGHT FORWARDER

A freight forwarder is considered as a third party logistics provider.

He bridges the gap between the exporter and the importer which comprises of commercial undertakings that are between them such as; customs procedures, documentation, insurance and transportation of the goods.

Benefits of engaging a freight forwarder are:

EFFICIENT CUSTOMS CLEARANCE

Freight forwarders have timely completion of paperwork and documentation. This helps and ensures that shipments are done on time and there are no delays due to customs clearance.

EFFICIENT AND ECONOMICAL

They are able to identify the most efficient route and the most economical means to transport the cargo. This means that our cargo shipping rates are one of the most competitive in the industry too!

SENSE OF SECURITY

They offer security to the cargo through insurance and container trackers. – The freight forwarder is able to know where the cargo is and in case of misplacement or diversion in the agreed route. This will help track the goods and avoid unnecessary inconveniences such as time lags.

SAVES TIME

Cuts down time used in administrative procedures. The importer is able to handle other jobs such as marketing and budgeting while awaiting the shipment.

BETTER SCHEDULES

They offer reasonable shipping dates to fit their clients’ needs. This is to avoid disruption of business activities and hence, their clients are able to plan appropriately. The client is certain on when the shipment will arrive.

STORAGE FACILITIES

It ensures goods are transported to their required destination and are in the right state. Such services are very essential since they enhance the relationship between the freight forwarder and the clients. Storage also helps protect the goods from damages before and after shipment.

WHY SHOULD YOU ENGAGE ALS INTERNATIONAL FREIGHTS?

TIMELY DELIVERIES

We ensure that we deliver at the expected time to help you avoid any disruption to your business

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

As a FIATA, SLA and MTO accredited company, we work with an expansive network of agencies from all over the world.

This allows us to offer you safe and reliable shipping services, ensuring that your items arrive punctually and safely.

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    CONTACT INFORMATION

    Tel:

    • +65 6250 2848
    • +65 6694 6227

    Fax:

    • +65 6255 2108

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    OUR ADDRESS

    OFFICE (Mailing Address):
    1 Yishun Industrial Street 1 #07-05 A’Posh Bizhub Singapore 768160

    WAREHOUSE:
    Block 7 Yishun Industrial Street 1, #05-47, 05#40 North Spring Bizhub Singapore 768162