A standard 40ft container from Genoa to Jeddah Islamic Port costs approximately US$2,900 (range $2,552–$3,335) with a total sea transit of 20 days and typical door-to-door lead time of 27–31 days including port handling and customs clearance. Saudi Arabia applies 5% customs duty and 15% VAT on imported goods.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| 40ft container (low–high) | $2,552 – $3,335 |
| 20ft container (low–high) | $1,659 – $2,168 |
| Origin ports | Genoa, Gioia Tauro |
| Destination ports | Jeddah Islamic Port, King Abdulaziz Port, Jubail |
| Major carriers | MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd |
| Customs duty | 5% |
| VAT | 15% |
| FTA benefit | Standard MFN rates apply |
Indicative General Cargo rates; refreshed monthly by Tradloc's trade desk.
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