Shipping Home Decor from San Jose to Yantian via Ocean Freight

Moving Furniture and Home decor necessitates careful preparation. Exporters should knock down removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then cushion each component separately. Use Corner protectors on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in reinforced boxes with Tight internal cushioning. Finally, Label all packages as “Glass – Do Not Stack” and indicate the top orientation.

Large or heavy framed decorative items are usually Better suited to freight services than standard parcel, because freight Allows palletization and stable handling. For small, well-padded decorative items under parcel size limits, it is possible to use parcel carriers, but exporters 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 household furniture and Home decor, You should use poly sheeting around each boxed or crated item, then add moisture absorbers inside the packaging. In ocean containers, never place pallets directly against steel walls; instead, create 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 household furniture and Home decor typically Require a full commercial invoice, packing list, and customs classification for each product type. Exporters 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 Trademark documentation or Certificates of origin are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for furnishings and Home decor is usually based on weight, which often Does not reflect the actual value of designer pieces, artistic decorative items, or premium home decoration items. Insurance providers typically recommend purchasing supplemental freight 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.

Furniture & Home Décor items should be properly packed to withstand ocean transport and avoid damage. Consider using wooden crates or sturdy pallets for larger items, and ensure all goods are securely fastened. Additionally, items may require cushioning materials to prevent movement during transit.

Regulatory requirements include compliance with customs documentation, such as commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin. Import regulations in China may necessitate specific permits or certifications, particularly for wood-based products, to ensure they meet health and safety standards.

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