Shipping Furniture from Manila to Shanghai via Ocean Freight

Transporting furniture sets and home accessories Requires multi-step packing. You should Disassemble removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then cushion each component separately. Use Corner protectors on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in custom crates with secure internal cushioning. Finally, clearly mark all packages as “Fragile” and indicate the this side up orientation.

Large or heavy glass wall decor are usually safer with freight services than standard parcel, because freight supports 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 Mirrors Should be crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive furnishings and home accessories, exporters 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 Dry, indoor loading areas so Furniture sets are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value furnishings and decorative items typically call for 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 Trademark documentation or Certificates of origin are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for household furniture and decorative items is usually based on weight, which often is lower than 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 ensure you can Recover the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

When shipping Furniture & Home Décor, it is crucial to ensure that items are properly packed and secured to prevent damage during transit. Use appropriate packing materials, such as bubble wrap and sturdy boxes, to protect delicate items. Additionally, consider the weight and size of the furniture, as these factors may affect loading and unloading processes at the ports.

Shipping Furniture & Home Décor from the Philippines to China requires compliance with both countries' customs regulations. Importers in China may need to provide documentation such as a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a quarantine inspection certificate, depending on the materials used in the furniture. It is essential to check for any specific restrictions or tariffs that may apply to the items being shipped.

Yes, DNA provides port-to-door service that covers customs and final-mile delivery.

Yes, DNA provides U.S. and Mexico cross-border coverage.

DNA manages ISF, AMS, and ACE filings for your shipments.