Shipping Household Furniture from Taipei to Boston via Ocean Freight

Moving Furniture and home accessories demands Layered protection. You should Disassemble 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 “Glass – Do Not Stack” and indicate the Upright orientation.

Large or heavy framed decorative items are usually Better suited to freight services than standard parcel, because freight supports palletization and vertical handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, You can use parcel carriers, but You should add Extra cushioning and insure for full value. Oversized wall decor panels are best crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive household furniture and Home decor, exporters 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, Leave 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 household furniture and Home decor typically call for 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 Furnishings, Check if any brand documentation or origin statements are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for furnishings and Home decor is usually based on weight, which often is lower than the actual value of designer pieces, wall decor, or premium Furniture sets. We recommend purchasing Separate cargo insurance 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, it is important to ensure that items are properly packaged to withstand the long ocean journey. This includes using sturdy crates or pallets, protective padding, and moisture-resistant materials to prevent damage from humidity and saltwater exposure.

Shipments of Furniture & Home Décor from Taiwan to the United States must comply with U.S. customs regulations, including providing accurate documentation such as bills of lading, invoices, and declarations. Additionally, certain materials may require compliance with safety standards and regulations, such as those pertaining to flammability and environmental impact.

Our approach to risk and delays involves using SAMMIE as a mission-critical platform with live data, predictive alerts, and exception management so importers can manage risk, reduce delays, and reclaim control.

You receive smart, preemptive alerts about delays, reroutes, or exceptions so you are notified before you even ask.

Our ocean freight solutions include port-to-door service that covers customs and final-mile delivery.