Shipping Furnishings from Shenzhen to Altamira via Ocean Freight

Transporting furniture sets and decorative items Requires Layered protection. Exporters 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, conspicuously label all packages as “Handle with Care” and indicate the top orientation.

Large or heavy glass wall decor are usually safer with freight services than standard parcel, because freight permits palletization and Upright handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, it is possible to 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 furnishings and home accessories, shippers should use Sealed inner bags around each boxed or crated item, then add Desiccant packs inside the packaging. In ocean containers, never place 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 furnishings and decorative items typically need a Commercial invoice, packing list, and HS codes 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 home decor, Check if any brand documentation or origin statements are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for household furniture and decorative items is usually based on weight, which often understates the actual value of designer pieces, Mirrors, or premium Furniture sets. Insurance providers typically 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.

The required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance with Mexican regulations for imported goods.

Yes, it is important to ensure that Furniture & Home Décor are properly packaged to withstand ocean conditions, including moisture and temperature variations, and to prevent damage during transit. Additionally, securing items in containers to avoid shifting is essential.

DNA is fully compliant with CBP, TSA, IATA, and NMFTA standards to ensure secure, lawful, and efficient cross-border operations.

Yes, we do, including CE North America, where we built a custom EDI feed that pushes real-time shipment updates, documentation, and exception alerts directly into their ERP, eliminating dozens of manual tasks and improving cross-department visibility.

Absolutely, we do full port-to-door service, managing booking, loading, customs clearance, and final-mile delivery with one point of contact and one visibility platform.