Guide to Export and Shipping Documents, Procedures and Costs from Indonesia

Container Loading

This is the manpower cost to load the goods into a container.

Export License (Under Name)

If you don’t have an export license to export from Indonesia, the most commonly used process is to use the service of an undernamed company or to partner with our freight forwarder, who would provide the export license for you.

SVLK  Wood Verification Certificate (V-Legal)

The SVLK certification guarantees the legality and sustainability of wood products in Indonesia. Its aims are to stop illegal logging and develop responsible forests. This document is mandatory for all wooden export products from Indonesia.

Set by the Indonesian Minister of Environment and Forestry. It essentially acts as a traceability mechanism, meticulously tracking wood throughout the supply chain, from its origin in the forest to its final processed form.

Commercial Export Invoice 

This document is different from our sales invoice. The commercial invoice is part of the export process. This will be produced by our freight forwarder or shipper as part of the undername service. 

The commercial invoice is used as a customs declaration. It includes the goods being shipped, their value, and the quantities. This information on the invoice is essential to avoiding delays at customs. 

Packing List

Again, this document is supplied by the freight forwarder or shipper. The packing list is used by customs to know what goods are inside the container. It should include itemized descriptions of each product, the quantities, HS codes, and packaging details. 

Fumigation and Certificates: Standard and AQIS

Depending on the country the goods are being shipped to, the type of wood products, and any wood packaging used, fumigation may be a mandatory requirement. 

Fumigation kills any pests and insects in the container that could be harmful to the country. The type of fumigation required (standard or AQIS) is determined by the regulations of the destination country. 

Superdry in the Container

Certain goods are particularly susceptible to moisture damage during transport. To reduce this problem, desiccant packs (superdry) are added inside the container. They absorb any moisture from the air, reducing any damage to the goods from mold, mildew, and other moisture-related issues.

ISPM #15 Approval Stamps are added to any wooden packaging or pallets 

All wooden packaging used in international trade has to be treated and stamped to prevent the spread of harmful pests. This makes sure all wooden packaging materials used in your shipment comply with this standard. 

Phytosanitary Certificate

 If your shipment includes plants or plant grass products. A phytosanitary certificate may be required by the importing country. This certificate verifies that the plant materials being shipped are free from pests and insects. 

COO Certificate of Origin

The Certificate of Origin (COO) is an official statement certifying the country where the goods were made. The COO is often required by customs in the destination country and can determine import duties and taxes.

Loading Goods onto the shipping vessel

This is the cost to load the container onto the shipping vessel. 

Container Seal Fee

The container seal fee is for sealing the container with a special seal. The seal ensures the goods are not tampered with. 

VGM: Verified Gross Mass of the container Fee

The verified gross weight of your container has to be declared before shipment. This weight is important to prevent the shipping container from being overloaded.