Shipping Home Decorations from Tangier Med to Newark via Ocean Freight

Moving furniture sets and Home decor demands Layered protection. Shippers should knock down removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then cushion each component separately. Use Corner protectors on table tops, cabinets, and Mirrors, then place items in Double-walled cartons with secure internal cushioning. Finally, clearly mark all packages as “Fragile” and indicate the top orientation.

Large or heavy framed decorative items are usually safer with freight services than standard parcel, because freight Allows palletization and vertical handling. For small, well-padded Wall decor under parcel size limits, shippers can use parcel carriers, but exporters 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 home accessories, You should use plastic liners around each boxed or crated item, then add Desiccant packs inside the packaging. In ocean containers, do not allow pallets directly against steel walls; instead, create 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 decorative items typically Require a detailed invoice, packing list, and HS codes for each product type. Shippers should clearly describe items (for example, “wooden furniture,” “glass mirrors,” “metal wall decor”) and state materials to avoid customs delays. For designer or branded decorative items, verify if any Trademark documentation or Certificates of origin are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for furnishings and decorative items is usually based on weight, which often Does not reflect the actual value of designer pieces, wall decor, or premium Furniture sets. Most brokers recommend purchasing supplemental freight insurance 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.

Furniture and home décor items require careful packing to prevent damage during transit. It is important to use appropriate cushioning materials and secure packaging to protect against moisture and impacts. Additionally, oversized items may require special handling to comply with shipping regulations.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance with U.S. regulations. It is crucial to ensure all items are accurately described and valued to facilitate customs clearance at Newark.

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