Shipping Furnishings from Hong Kong to Rotterdam via Ocean Freight

Transporting Furniture and Home decor necessitates Layered protection. Exporters should Disassemble removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then protect each component separately. Use Corner protectors on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in Double-walled cartons with snug internal cushioning. Finally, Label all packages as “Fragile” and indicate the Upright orientation.

Large or heavy glass wall decor are usually Better suited to freight services than standard parcel, because freight Allows palletization and stable handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, it is possible to use parcel carriers, but You should add double-boxing and insure for full value. Oversized Mirrors Should be crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive furnishings and Home decor, You should use poly sheeting around each boxed or crated item, then add Desiccant packs inside the packaging. In ocean containers, never place pallets directly against steel walls; instead, Leave a small air gap and use humidity absorbers hung from lashing points. Choose Dry, indoor loading areas so Furniture sets are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value furnishings and Home decor typically Require a full commercial invoice, packing list, and HS codes for each product type. Exporters 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 Trademark documentation or Certificates of origin are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for household furniture and Home decor is usually based on weight, which often Does not reflect the actual value of designer pieces, artistic decorative items, or premium Furniture sets. Insurance providers typically recommend purchasing Separate cargo insurance for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy protects against 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 via ocean freight, it is important to ensure that items are securely packaged to prevent damage during transit. This may include using protective materials such as bubble wrap, foam, or custom crating. Additionally, heavier items should be loaded properly to avoid shifting, and furniture should be disassembled if necessary to fit in standard shipping containers.

The necessary documentation for customs includes a commercial invoice detailing the value and description of the Furniture & Home Décor, a packing list, and a bill of lading. Importers must also provide any relevant certificates such as phytosanitary certificates for wooden items to comply with EU regulations.

DNA provides in-house customs brokerage including import/export clearance, tariff classification and valuation, ISF, AMS, and ACE filings, plus FDA, USDA, and multi-agency support.

Yes, DNA provides B2B pick/pack and palletization services.

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