April 2026

Common Delays in China–Ireland Shipping and How to Avoid Them Introduction Shipping things from China to Ireland has never been easy, but in 2025 and 2026, it will be harder than ever. Because of the persistent problems in the Red Sea and Hormuz, ships are being rerouted around the Cape of Good Hope. LCL costs […]

Dangerous Goods Shipping from China to Ireland: Rules & Process   Introduction It’s not as easy as just hiring a freight container and waiting for it to arrive to ship dangerous items from China to Ireland. It includes a complicated web of international rules, careful paperwork, stringent packing standards, and working together between Chinese export

Reducing Lead Times on China–Ireland Supply Chains Introduction One of the most important trade routes in Europe for business connects Ireland with China. In 2024, Ireland sent more than €10 billion worth of goods to China, making it the country’s sixth-largest export destination. Imports from China into Ireland are also growing every year and include

Shipping Electronics from China to Ireland: Key Compliance Tips   Introduction Ireland is now one of the most active electronics import markets in Europe. Chinese goods make up a large part of the country’s annual imports from China, which total about €12.75 billion. The path from a manufacturing floor in Shenzhen to a warehouse in

Ireland Customs Clearance Guide for China Imports Introduction Ireland is at the western fringe of the European Union. For Chinese exporters and cross-border e-commerce enterprises, it is a route to get into the larger EU market. Ireland has become a more important trading partner with China over time. By 2024, Ireland’s total commerce with China

China–Ireland Freight: What Shippers Need to Know in 2026   Introduction Ireland is a little island on the western fringe of Europe, but it plays a big part in world trade. Ireland is a gateway to the European Union, and its ports in Dublin, Cork, and Waterford are well-developed. Every year, Ireland gets billions of

From Shanghai to Dublin: Understanding the Full Transit Time in Today’s Market   Introduction If you’re getting items from Shanghai and sending them to Dublin, you probably already know how important the terms “transit time” may be. Getting your timeline right is the difference between having shelves full with products and pleased customers, whether you’re

TARIC Codes and China Imports: A Practical Guide for Irish Businesses   Introduction If you run an Irish firm that buys things from China, you’ve probably seen the term “TARIC code” on some of your documentation, such a customs declaration, a freight invoice, or a compliance checklist from your freight forwarder. Even though these codes

US Tariff Chaos Is Redirecting Chinese Exports to Europe — Ireland Benefits   Introduction In April 2025, the Trump administration raised tariffs on Chinese imports to as high as 145%. This caused one of the biggest changes in global trade flows in a long time. There was a big decline in Chinese freight coming into

EU €150 Low-Value Parcel Rule: How It Affects Shipments from China to Ireland     For years, Irish shoppers and e-commerce importers had a modest but big advantage: packages worth less than €150 that came from outside the EU (most of which came from China) flowed into the nation without having to pay any customs