CRXRail FreightCarrier-Mandated
China Railway Export Surcharge (CRX)
A surcharge applied by China Railway or CR Express operators to cover costs specific to the China-Europe Railway Express service - terminal handling at border crossings, locomotive usage, and track fees.
Per Container
Category:Basic Shipping FeeChina Export Local ChargesDestination Import Charges
Applies to:
FCLLCLAirRailCourierRoadFBAAs Request
Typical Cost Range
20ft Container
$100–$400
per 20ft
40ft Container
$200–$800
per 40ft
CRX typically $100-$400 per 20ft TEU. Rates vary by border crossing point and destination country.
Who Pays?
Shipper (When CIF, DAP)
Consignee (When EXW, FOB)
Negotiability
Set by carrier or port authority — not negotiable.
CRX is set by China Railway and state rail operators. Not directly negotiable.
Adjustment Frequency
MonthlyWeeklyFixed
Current rate reviewed: Per shipment
Chargeable Unit
Per 20FT
Formula / Calculation
CRX = China Railway Set Rate per TEU on Rail RoutesrailChinaEuropeblock train
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the China-Europe Railway Express?
A rail freight service connecting Chinese cities to European destinations (Hamburg, Warsaw, Prague) via Kazakhstan, Russia, Belarus, Poland. Transit: 12-18 days vs. 28-35 days by sea.
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