Shipping Furniture Sets from Santos to Buenos Aires via Ocean Freight

Transporting Furniture and decorative items necessitates Layered protection. You should Disassemble removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then cushion each component separately. Use foam corners on table tops, cabinets, and wall decor panels, then place items in custom crates with snug internal cushioning. Finally, clearly mark all packages as “Glass – Do Not Stack” and indicate the top orientation.

Large or heavy glass wall decor are usually Better suited to freight services than standard parcel, because freight permits palletization and stable handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, You can use parcel carriers, but You should add reinforced packaging and insure for full value. Oversized glass furnishings Should be crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive furnishings and Home decor, shippers should use poly sheeting 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 dry packs hung from lashing points. Choose sheltered loading bays so home decor cartons are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value furnishings and Home decor typically need a full commercial 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, verify if any IP documentation or origin statements are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for household furniture and Home decor is usually based on weight, which often understates the actual value of designer pieces, artistic decorative items, or premium Furniture sets. We recommend purchasing Separate cargo insurance for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy includes breakage and moisture damage. This better ensures you can claim the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

When shipping Furniture & Home Décor from Santos to Buenos Aires, it is important to ensure that items are securely packed to withstand ocean conditions. Use sturdy packaging materials and consider the weight and dimensions of the furniture to avoid damage during transit. Additionally, ensure that items are properly labeled for customs clearance.

The documentation required includes a commercial invoice detailing the contents and value of the shipment, a packing list, and any necessary certificates of origin. It is also essential to comply with Argentina's import regulations, which may require specific permits for certain types of furniture and home décor items.

DNA manages high-value or time-critical air freight through a strong air freight network focused on speed, security, and control, backed by predictive tracking and responsive logistics experts who support shippers frustrated with delays and silence from large expediters.

Yes, DNA Supply Chain is fully licensed (FMC #019344), bonded, insured, and C-TPAT compliant, with a digital-first customs process that uses automation to reduce delays, cut risk, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Yes, customers get a dedicated Client Success Officer who oversees your freight, solves problems proactively, and keeps you informed throughout each shipment.