Shipping Furnishings from Savannah to Paranagua via Ocean Freight

Shipping household furniture and home accessories necessitates careful preparation. You should take apart removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then Wrap each component separately. Use edge guards on table tops, cabinets, and wall decor panels, then place items in custom crates with secure internal cushioning. Finally, Label all packages as “Glass – Do Not Stack” and indicate the Upright orientation.

Large or heavy Mirrors are usually more appropriate for freight services than standard parcel, because freight supports palletization and stable handling. For small, well-padded decorative items under parcel size limits, You can use parcel carriers, but shippers should add Extra cushioning 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 Furniture and decorative items, exporters should use poly sheeting around each boxed or crated item, then add moisture absorbers inside the packaging. In ocean containers, Avoid pallets directly against steel walls; instead, maintain a small air gap and use Container desiccants hung from lashing points. Choose covered docks so home decor cartons are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value Furniture sets and home accessories typically call for a full commercial invoice, packing list, and customs classification 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 home decor, Check if any brand documentation or origin statements are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for Furniture and home accessories is usually based on weight, which often is lower than the actual value of designer pieces, artistic decorative items, or premium home decoration items. We recommend purchasing all-risk coverage for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy Covers breakage and moisture damage. This helps guarantee you can claim the full replacement cost if items are damaged in transit.

When shipping Furniture & Home Décor via ocean freight, it is important to use appropriate packaging materials to prevent damage during transit. Items should be securely packed using bubble wrap, foam, or custom crates, especially for fragile pieces. Additionally, ensuring that furniture is properly loaded and secured in the shipping container is crucial to mitigate movement and impact during the voyage.

Shipping Furniture & Home Décor from the United States to Brazil requires compliance with Brazilian customs regulations, including the provision of a commercial invoice, packing list, and any applicable certificates of origin or conformity. Additionally, items may be subject to import duties and taxes, which should be calculated and paid prior to shipment. Ensuring that all documentation is complete and accurate is essential for smooth customs clearance in Paranagua.

We offer international shipping by ocean (FCL and LCL), air (standard and expedited), and domestic or cross-border ground freight (FTL, LTL, and intermodal).

Absolutely, you can access all documents—bills of lading, invoices, customs forms, and arrival notices—in SAMMIE’s centralized, searchable document hub.

Yes, we offer periodic performance reviews and account check-ins so you can review metrics and discuss needs or questions live.