Shipping Light Fixtures from Antwerp to Puerto Limon via Ocean Freight

When transporting mixed loads of Construction materials such as Lighting, power tools, and bulk Hardware, Separate items by weight and fragility on each pallet. Load heavy, dense Building materials at the bottom, with lighter cartons of LED lights on top, and apply corner boards, top sheets, and stretch wrap to stabilize the load. Prominently label pallets with handling instructions like “Fragile lighting” or “Heavy tools” so carriers will handle them appropriately.

For light fixtures and LED lights, Use heavy-duty cartons with internal dividers or foam inserts so glass and lenses do not contact each other. We recommend individually wrapping each item in bubble wrap or foam sleeves, then Placing them in snug compartments. Mark cartons as “Fragile – Lighting” and avoid stacking them under heavy building supplies on the same pallet.

Moisture-sensitive building products such as cement-based goods, metal Hardware, and electrical Lighting need to be protected with Plastic sheeting and, where feasible, paired with desiccant packs. Use enclosed equipment—like dry vans or sealed ocean containers—rather than open trucks, and Avoid long outdoor dwell times at terminals. For export, evaluate container liners or dehumidifier units for high-humidity routes.

High-value power tools and branded Hardware Often justify additional freight insurance, especially when combined with fragile light fixtures. We recommend obtaining coverage for shipments at full replacement value and Keeping serial numbers or SKU lists for premium Power tools. This documentation strengthens claim outcomes if cartons are lost, pilfered, or water-damaged.

Most standard electrical LED lights ship as general Construction goods, but You should properly declare them with the correct HS codes and electrical specifications on your documentation. If corded tools with lithium batteries are included, Additional dangerous goods rules may apply, requiring UN-compliant labels, packing instructions, and sometimes carrier pre-approval. Consult your carrier or freight forwarder in advance to confirm any restrictions for combined loads of electrical Lighting and powered power tools.

Building & Construction Materials must be properly secured and packaged to withstand ocean transport, ensuring they are protected from moisture and potential damage. Additionally, heavy materials may require special handling equipment during loading and unloading at both ports.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance with Costa Rican regulations for construction materials. It is essential to ensure all documents are accurate and complete to facilitate customs clearance.

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Yes, DNA manages both full container loads (FCL) and less-than-container loads (LCL) shipments.

DNA offers ground transportation including full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and drayage services, with U.S. and Mexico cross-border coverage, scalable capacity, GPS tracking, and digital documentation.