Shipping Furnishings from Charlotte to Navegantes via Ocean Freight

Transporting household furniture and Home decor Requires multi-step packing. You should Disassemble removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then protect each component separately. Use edge guards on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in Double-walled cartons with Tight internal cushioning. Finally, clearly mark all packages as “Handle with Care” and indicate the this side up orientation.

Large or heavy glass wall decor are usually more appropriate for freight services than standard parcel, because freight Allows palletization and Upright handling. For small, well-padded home decor items under parcel size limits, You can use parcel carriers, but You should add double-boxing and insure for full value. Oversized wall decor panels Should be crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive furnishings and decorative items, You should use Sealed inner bags around each boxed or crated item, then add silica gel inside the packaging. In ocean containers, Avoid pallets directly against steel walls; instead, Leave a small air gap and use humidity absorbers hung from lashing points. Choose covered docks so Furniture sets are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value furnishings and home accessories typically Require a Commercial invoice, packing list, and tariff codes for each product type. You should clearly describe items (for example, “wooden furniture,” “glass mirrors,” “metal wall decor”) and state materials to avoid customs delays. For designer or branded Furnishings, confirm if any brand documentation or Certificates of origin are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for household furniture and home accessories is usually based on weight, which often Does not reflect the actual value of designer pieces, Mirrors, or premium home furnishings. We recommend purchasing Separate cargo insurance for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy protects against breakage and moisture damage. This helps guarantee you can Recover the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

Furniture and home décor items should be properly packaged to prevent damage during ocean freight. It is important to use sturdy packing materials, secure items to avoid shifting, and consider the weight and dimensions for container loading. Additionally, certain items may require special handling due to fragility or size.

Shipments to Brazil require compliance with customs regulations, including accurate documentation such as commercial invoices and packing lists. Import duties and taxes may apply, and it is essential to ensure that all items meet Brazilian safety and quality standards to avoid delays at customs.

Prospective clients can take the “One Test Run Challenge” by giving us a single shipment, which we use to demonstrate what visibility, reliability, and real partnership feel like, with a dedicated page available to get started.

Our SAMMIE platform is provided with every ocean, air, land, and customs service at no extra cost.

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