Shipping Wall Decor from Manila to Taipei via Ocean Freight

Transporting furniture sets and home accessories demands multi-step packing. Shippers should Disassemble removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then protect each component separately. Use foam corners on table tops, cabinets, and glass decorative items, then place items in custom crates with Tight internal cushioning. Finally, conspicuously label all packages as “Glass – Do Not Stack” 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 vertical handling. For small, well-padded home decor items under parcel size limits, shippers can use parcel carriers, but You should add double-boxing and insure for full value. Oversized glass furnishings are best crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive furnishings and home accessories, exporters should use plastic liners around each boxed or crated item, then add silica gel inside the packaging. In ocean containers, do not allow pallets directly against steel walls; instead, Leave a small air gap and use humidity absorbers hung from lashing points. Choose sheltered loading bays so decorative item boxes are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value furnishings and decorative items typically call for a detailed invoice, packing list, and tariff codes for each product type. Shippers 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 IP documentation or COO documents 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, wall decor, or premium home furnishings. Most brokers recommend purchasing Separate cargo insurance for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy protects against breakage and moisture damage. This better ensures you can be compensated for 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 properly packed and secured to prevent damage during transit. Fragile items should be cushioned, and larger furniture should be disassembled if possible. Additionally, it is advisable to use waterproof materials for packaging to protect against moisture during the ocean journey.

The documentation required includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary customs declarations. It is also important to comply with any specific import regulations set by Taiwanese authorities, which may include permits or certificates for certain types of furnishings or materials.

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.

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