Shipping Furniture from Puerto Barrios to Shekou via Ocean Freight

Moving household furniture and decorative items Requires Layered protection. Shippers should knock down removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then cushion each component separately. Use edge guards on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in Double-walled cartons with Tight internal cushioning. Finally, Label all packages as “Handle with Care” and indicate the top orientation.

Large or heavy framed decorative items are usually more appropriate for freight services than standard parcel, because freight permits palletization and Upright handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, shippers can use parcel carriers, but exporters should add reinforced packaging and insure for full value. Oversized wall decor panels Should be crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive household furniture and decorative items, shippers should use Sealed inner bags around each boxed or crated item, then add Desiccant packs inside the packaging. In ocean containers, do not allow pallets directly against steel walls; instead, create a small air gap and use dry packs hung from lashing points. Choose covered docks so Furniture sets are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value household furniture and home accessories typically need a Commercial invoice, packing list, and HS 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 decorative items, verify if any brand documentation or Certificates of origin are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for furnishings and home accessories is usually based on weight, which often understates the actual value of designer pieces, Mirrors, or premium Furniture sets. Most brokers recommend purchasing supplemental freight insurance for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy includes breakage and moisture damage. This helps guarantee you can Recover the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

The documentation required includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary customs declarations. Additionally, import permits or certificates may be required by Chinese authorities depending on the materials used in the furniture and home décor items.

Due to the nature of Furniture & Home Décor, items should be properly packaged and secured to prevent damage during transit. It is important to consider the weight and fragility of items, using appropriate packing materials such as bubble wrap and sturdy boxes. Additionally, compliance with weight limits and regulations for ocean freight should be ensured.

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