Shipping Household Furniture from Genoa to Callao via Ocean Freight

Moving household furniture and decorative items demands careful preparation. Shippers should knock down removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then cushion each component separately. Use Corner protectors on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in reinforced boxes with Tight internal cushioning. Finally, conspicuously label all packages as “Fragile” and indicate the top orientation.

Large or heavy framed decorative items are usually more appropriate for freight services than standard parcel, because freight permits palletization and vertical handling. For small, well-padded decorative items under parcel size limits, shippers can use parcel carriers, but exporters should add reinforced packaging and insure for full value. Oversized Mirrors Should be crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive household furniture and decorative items, shippers should use plastic liners around each boxed or crated item, then add moisture absorbers inside the packaging. In ocean containers, do not allow pallets directly against steel walls; instead, create a small air gap and use dry packs hung from lashing points. Choose Dry, indoor loading areas so Furniture sets are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value household furniture and home accessories typically need a detailed invoice, packing list, and customs classification for each product type. Shippers should clearly describe items (for example, “wooden furniture,” “glass mirrors,” “metal wall decor”) and state materials to avoid customs delays. For designer or branded decorative items, verify if any Trademark documentation or Certificates of origin are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for furnishings and home accessories is usually based on weight, which often understates the actual value of designer pieces, wall decor, or premium home decoration items. Most brokers recommend purchasing supplemental freight insurance for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy includes breakage and moisture damage. This Helps ensure you can Recover the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

When shipping Furniture & Home Décor, it's essential to ensure that items are properly packed and secured to prevent damage during ocean transit. Additionally, larger furniture pieces may require special handling equipment at both the loading and unloading ports.

Required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading. It's also important to comply with Peru's import regulations, which may require additional permits or certifications for certain types of home décor items.

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