Shipping Home Accessories from Itapoa to Rio Grande via Ocean Freight

Shipping furniture sets and decorative items Requires multi-step packing. You should Disassemble removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then cushion each component separately. Use edge guards on table tops, cabinets, and glass decorative items, then place items in Double-walled cartons with Tight internal cushioning. Finally, conspicuously label all packages as “Glass – Do Not Stack” and indicate the Upright orientation.

Large or heavy Mirrors are usually safer with freight services than standard parcel, because freight permits palletization and Upright handling. For small, well-padded home decor items 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 Furniture and home accessories, shippers 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 dry packs hung from lashing points. Choose covered docks so decorative item boxes are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value Furniture sets and decorative items typically need 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, verify if any brand documentation or COO documents are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for Furniture and decorative items is usually based on weight, which often understates 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 includes breakage and moisture damage. This helps guarantee you can be compensated for the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

When shipping Furniture & Home Décor, it is essential to ensure that items are securely packed to prevent damage during transit. Use appropriate cushioning materials and sturdy packaging to accommodate the 740km ocean freight journey. Additionally, consider the weight and dimensions of the items, as they may affect loading and unloading at the ports.

Documentation for shipping Furniture & Home Décor includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and packing list. Ensure that all items comply with Brazilian regulations, including any necessary customs declarations to facilitate clearance at both Itapoa and Rio Grande ports.

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