Shipping Furnishings from Itapoa to Xiamen via Ocean Freight

Moving Furniture and home accessories demands Layered protection. You should Disassemble removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then Wrap each component separately. Use edge guards on table tops, cabinets, and wall decor panels, then place items in Double-walled cartons with Tight internal cushioning. Finally, conspicuously label all packages as “Fragile” and indicate the top orientation.

Large or heavy framed decorative items are usually Better suited to freight services than standard parcel, because freight supports palletization and vertical handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, You can use parcel carriers, but You should add Extra cushioning 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 household furniture and Home decor, exporters should use plastic liners 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 Container desiccants hung from lashing points. Choose covered docks so home decor cartons are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value household furniture and Home decor typically call for a detailed 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, Check if any brand documentation or origin statements are required by the destination country.

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

When shipping Furniture & Home Décor via ocean freight, it is essential to ensure that items are properly packaged to prevent damage during transit. This includes using protective materials for fragile components and securing larger items to avoid shifting during the journey. Additionally, consideration should be given to the weight and dimensions of the cargo, as these factors can impact loading and unloading processes at both Itapoa and Xiamen ports.

Shipping Furniture & Home Décor from Brazil to China requires compliance with both countries' customs regulations. Specific documentation, such as commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin, must be provided. Additionally, it is crucial to ensure that the products meet China's import standards, which may include inspections for pests or materials. Properly adhering to these regulations helps facilitate smooth customs clearance at both ports.

SAMMIE’s shipment intelligence tools surface trends, spot delays, and enable you to run exportable reports, while the system learns from every shipment to improve the next one.

Our system supports your customer communication by allowing you to quickly and efficiently update your customers on their shipments and providing the visibility and data needed to meet the customer service your clients expect.

You may review our broader offering when you visit the section to explore DNA Supply Chain’s complete logistics services.