To process CoC, load a container with all the required paperwork – including public health certificate, we charge $5,000 excluding haulage and vessel charges to Kenya. You’ll handle the clearing process in Kenya
Fatuma loved premium U.S. products and dreamed of creating a business that made them accessible in Kenya.
She could see it clearly: her customers were delighted by the quality, her shelves filled with top-notch inventory, and her income was growing steadily.
But every time she tried to make it happen, she felt stuck.
“How will I handle customs?” she worried.
“What if my shipment gets lost?”
“Can I afford the costs?”
The idea of ocean shipping overwhelmed her. She nearly gave up on her dream.
But...
One day, a friend shared a secret. “You should try Kentex Cargo,” they said. “They take care of everything, and they even offer tax-free shipping from Delaware!”
Fatuma hesitated but decided to give it a shot. She signed up for a free account, followed Kentex’s simple instructions, and sent her first shipment.
Under 3 months later, her goods arrived in Nairobi in perfect condition. The process was smooth, affordable, and stress-free.
Kentex Cargo Delivered Happiness
Fatuma’s business took off. Customers flocked to her store for authentic U.S. goods. Profits soared.
Today, she runs a thriving business. Her only regret? Not starting sooner.
What about you? Wouldn’t it be amazing to bring your favorite U.S. items to Kenya? What if shipping could be this simple?
Does this sound like you?
If so, Kentex Cargo is your answer.
Did you know you can avoid sales tax on U.S. purchases? With our warehouse in Delaware, a tax-free state, you can save even more. This is a game-changer for businesses importing bulk goods.
Would you like to save money on shipping? Kentex Cargo offers some of the most competitive ocean freight rates available, helping you maximize your profits.
Would a dependable shipping schedule make planning easier? We ship on the last Friday of every month. Ensure your goods are at our warehouse by the third week of the month for guaranteed placement.
Proper labeling is key to ensuring your shipment arrives safely and without delays. Here’s how to do it:
Include Your Unique Warehouse Code
When you sign up with Kentex Cargo, we assign you a unique code. Always include this code on your package label.
Label Each Package Clearly
Your package label should look like this:
Example Label:
Example Label:
Example Label:
Would following these steps make labeling easier for you?
Do you want clear pricing with no surprises? Here’s how our rates work: The more you ship, the cheaper it becomes. We have prices in both Cubic Feet and Cubic Meters.
What’s included:
Would knowing the exact costs upfront make your decisions easier?
Are you wondering if your items qualify for ocean shipping? With Kentex Cargo, you can ship nearly anything:
Would having such flexibility make shipping stress-free for you?
Would you like extra help with your shipment? Kentex Cargo offers additional services to simplify your experience:
Are you in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, or Austin areas? Let us pick up your goods and transport them to our warehouse.
Are customs requirements confusing? Leave it to our experts. We handle all the paperwork to ensure smooth delivery to Kenya.
Do you want peace of mind? With real-time tracking, you can monitor your shipment every step of the way.
Does this sound complicated? It’s easier than you think. Follow these three steps to start shipping:
Sign Up for Free
Would a U.S. warehouse address simplify your purchases? Sign up and get your unique warehouse code.
Shop and Ship
Are you ready to shop? Use your unique code and the correct warehouse address (Texas or Delaware) to send your items to us.
Track and Relax
Would it help to track your shipment? Sit back, relax, and let Kentex Cargo handle the rest.
What’s holding you back? Wouldn’t it be amazing to ship U.S. goods to Kenya without stress?
Imagine your goods arriving safely. Imagine the joy of offering premium U.S. products to your customers. Imagine the profits growing as your business expands.
Fatuma took the leap. Her life changed forever. Will you?
Reserve your space in our next container. Don’t wait—opportunities like this don’t last. Start shipping smarter with Kentex Cargo today!
Yes, we do.
We quote full containers assuming the shipment is in our warehouse at Carrollton, Texas.
Ocean freight costs change every 2 weeks but on average, you can expect to pay around $5800 from Carrollton to Mombasa for a 40 feet container and $5500 for a 20 feet container.
This includes haulage from Carrollton to the port of Houston and export documentation. This cost does not include warehousing and loading costs.
Yes we do
Clearing costs are determined by the value of your cargo and cannot be quoted without a full manifest and the values of your goods.
Once we receive your full manifest, we can generate a spot quote for your shipment from door to door, warehouse to warehouse, or warehouse to the port.
Yes, we do.
In the Dallas-Fortworth area, Houston & Austin, Texas, we do. We'll soon start collecting ocean freight from other states and cities.
These two options below are meant for our customers based in Kenya or other countries outside the USA.
These options are not meant for customers living in the USA.
Shop online for your favorite products and ship or drop off your shipment to our warehouse in Carrollton, Texas.
This is what 99% of our customers do and it saves a lot of time and cost.
Kindly make sure your packages are addressed as instructed and do not forget or omit indicating that your shipment is for ocean freight.
With shipping only option:
Our customers living in the USA are able to either purchase goods online and ship them straight to our warehouse and save time and money. Most stores ship for free or at a small fee within the USA.
For example, You can buy heavy goods from Home Depot, Rowes, Bestbuy, Amazon, or any other store and have them delivered straight to the warehouse. You just need to make sure they are marked for ocean shipping.
In case you have put together your own shipment at home, you will need to ship it straight to our warehouse and make sure your boxes are marked for ocean shipping as instructed.
We may be able to pick it up for free in select cities in Texas
These are the prices of commonly shipped boxes. These prices are best for customers in the Dallas-Fortworth area.
| Month | Closing Dates | DEPARTURE | ESTIMATED ARRIVAL | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3rd Weekend | Last Friday of January | 75 - 90 days later | RESERVE |
| April | 3rd Weekend | Last Friday of April | 75 - 90 days later | RESERVE |
| May | 3rd Weekend | Last Friday of May | 75 - 90 days later | |
| June | 3rd Weekend | Last Friday of June | 75 - 90 days later | |
| July | 3rd Weekend | Last Friday of July | 75 - 90 days later | |
| Aug. | 3rd Weekend | Last Friday of Aug | 75 - 90 days later | |
| Sept. | 3rd Weekend | Last Friday of Sep. | 75 - 90 days later | |
| Oct. | 3rd Weekend | Last Friday of Oct | 75 - 90 days later | |
| Nov. | 3rd Weekend | Last Friday of Nov | 75 - 90 days later | |
| Dec. | 3rd Weekend | Last Friday of Dec | 75 - 90 days later | |
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To process CoC, load a container with all the required paperwork – including public health certificate, we charge $5,000 excluding haulage and vessel charges to Kenya. You’ll handle the clearing process in Kenya
If you have collected goods from different people and you are looking for someone to load and process export paperwork, we do not handle this process. we apologize
Kentex Cargo has been built by small businesses at the micro-level. Some of our customers started shipping a few lipsticks and today they run multi-million shillings a month empires, some with multiple branches.
We ship small businesses consolidated products to help small businesses start, grow, and thrive, even at a shoestring budget.
Nemayian Konchellahs says: Awsome! Thank you will connect you soon.
NO.
At the moment, we do not handle tractors or heavy equipment. Our warehouse does not have the facilities and machinery needed to load heavy equipment and tractors into a container. We, however, can facilitate outsourcing for Kenyans in Kenya at a flat rate of $3,000 prepaid.
Contact us for more details.
M.N.Mwanzia says: i need a 2-wheel tractor, a BCS tractor weight around 150-200 kgs. Boxed, it is compact. You can't ship this too?
tobias says: need to ship a lathe machine
estimated weight 500kg-1000kg
likely 2-3cubic meter volume
admin says: Hello Tobias, we can do it if it is crated
Stephen says: Do you ship cars for a returning US resident? If so at what cost?
admin says: we could, if you ship a whole container
Andrew Murithi says: Yes I would like to know how I can buy a tractor and be brought to kenya
admin says: we no longer ship tractors
Our ocean freight delivery time is determined from the day the container leaves our warehouse in the USA to the time when it arrives in our Nairobi warehouse.
We promise 90 days from the day when the container leaves our warehouse In the USA to the time the container arrives in our warehouse in Nairobi Kenya.
It takes about 30 days for us to fill a container and 45 to 52 days of transit time to Nairobi. Pre-exportation verification of conformity procedures takes about 2 weeks, and clearing in Nairobi takes about 1 to 2 weeks.
These are the reasons why we ask our customers to give us 90 days to deliver your ocean cargo from the USA to Kenya.
Commercial goods less than a container load will be quoted on per case basis.
If you want to ship a full container full of commercial merchandise, we can only quote you for the cost of shipping from our warehouse to Nairobi. This does not include the cost of customs duties and taxes In Kenya.
We have special discounts for US returning residents shipping less than a container load.
If you need further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us.
In situations where pre-exportation verification of conformity requires lab testing, as is the case in cosmetics, supplements, and food products, the client is responsible for such testing.
Please note that cosmetics, food products, and medical-related products are regulated and cannot be shipped as household goods or consolidated as general goods.
Medical equipment and food supplements are regulated by the Pharmacy and poisons board of Kenya. Such approval must be provided by the customer before the shipment can be allowed to clear in Kenya.
mohamed abbas somji says: Hello,
hope you are doing well. i would like to know if you can ship for jetski to kenya
For our clients in the diaspora, we can only schedule for pick up or accept the shipment in our warehouse if it is 100% paid for.
This is to avoid a common problem with abandonment or pickup delays, especially with used clothes and shoes.
Rich says: What is the best way for me to get a 55 gallon drum filled with books from NY to you for ocean shipment to Kenya?
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I wanted to ship a few bags of used soccer cleats for donation from Baltimore to Mombasa. Please advice.