Shipping Home Decor from Incheon to Columbus via Ocean Freight

Transporting Furniture and decorative items necessitates Layered protection. You should Disassemble removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then cushion each component separately. Use edge guards on table tops, cabinets, and wall decor panels, then place items in reinforced boxes with snug internal cushioning. Finally, conspicuously label all packages as “Handle with Care” and indicate the top orientation.

Large or heavy glass wall decor are usually Better suited to freight services than standard parcel, because freight permits palletization and stable handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, You can use parcel carriers, but You should add reinforced packaging and insure for full value. Oversized wall decor panels are best crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive furnishings and Home decor, shippers should use poly sheeting around each boxed or crated item, then add Desiccant packs inside the packaging. In ocean containers, Avoid pallets directly against steel walls; instead, Leave a small air gap and use dry packs hung from lashing points. Choose covered docks so home decor cartons are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value furnishings and Home decor typically need a full commercial invoice, packing list, and HS 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, verify if any brand documentation or origin statements are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for household furniture and Home decor is usually based on weight, which often understates the actual value of designer pieces, artistic decorative items, or premium Furniture sets. We recommend purchasing Separate cargo insurance for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy includes breakage and moisture damage. This helps guarantee you can claim the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

Shipping Furniture & Home Décor via ocean freight requires careful packing to prevent damage during transit. Items should be securely packaged to withstand the rigors of ocean transport, including potential moisture exposure and movement. Additionally, larger furniture pieces may require special handling equipment for loading and unloading.

The necessary documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and a bill of lading. Additionally, a certificate of origin may be required to comply with U.S. customs regulations. Ensuring that all documents accurately describe the goods and their value is essential for smooth customs clearance.

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Yes, DNA includes consolidation and customs pre-clearance to help move your air cargo quickly and compliantly.

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.