Shipping Home Accessories from Shanghai to Atlanta via Ocean Freight

Moving household furniture and Home decor demands Layered protection. You should take apart removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then cushion each component separately. Use Corner protectors on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in custom crates with secure internal cushioning. Finally, clearly mark all packages as “Glass – Do Not Stack” and indicate the this side up orientation.

Large or heavy framed decorative items are usually more appropriate for freight services than standard parcel, because freight Allows palletization and vertical handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, You can use parcel carriers, but shippers 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 decorative items, You should use plastic liners around each boxed or crated item, then add Desiccant packs inside the packaging. In ocean containers, Avoid pallets directly against steel walls; instead, maintain 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 accessories typically Require a detailed 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 home decor, verify if any Trademark 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 Does not reflect the actual value of designer pieces, wall decor, or premium Furniture sets. We recommend purchasing all-risk coverage 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.

Shipping Furniture & Home Décor requires careful packing to prevent damage during transit. Items should be secured in containers with cushioning materials to protect against impacts and shifts. Additionally, oversized items may need special handling and securing methods to comply with shipping regulations.

Required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin. It is also important to ensure compliance with U.S. regulations regarding the import of furniture and home decor, including adherence to safety standards and potential tariffs.

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