Shipping Furniture from Zhanjiang to Shenzhen via Ocean Freight

Shipping furniture sets and decorative items necessitates multi-step packing. You should take apart removable legs, shelves, and hardware, then protect 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 Mirrors are usually safer with freight services than standard parcel, because freight permits palletization and stable handling. For small, well-padded home decor items under parcel size limits, You can use parcel carriers, but shippers should add double-boxing and insure for full value. Oversized Mirrors Should be crated and shipped on pallets to reduce conveyor and drop risks.

For moisture-sensitive Furniture and home accessories, shippers should use poly sheeting around each boxed or crated item, then add silica gel inside the packaging. In ocean containers, Avoid pallets directly against steel walls; instead, maintain a small air gap and use humidity absorbers hung from lashing points. Choose Dry, indoor loading areas so Furniture sets are not exposed to rain during loading.

International shipments of high-value Furniture sets and decorative items typically need a full commercial invoice, packing list, and tariff 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, confirm if any Trademark documentation or Certificates of origin are required by the destination country.

Standard carrier liability for Furniture and decorative items is usually based on weight, which often understates the actual value of designer pieces, artistic decorative items, or premium home furnishings. We recommend purchasing all-risk coverage for high-value or fragile shipments, and confirming that the policy protects against breakage and moisture damage. This Helps ensure you can Recover 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 prevent damage during transit. Furniture should be disassembled when possible, and padding or cushioning materials should be used to protect surfaces. Additionally, weight distribution is critical to prevent shifting during transport.

The documentation required for shipping includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary customs declarations. Since both Zhanjiang and Shenzhen are within China, regulatory requirements are generally minimal, but proper documentation is essential to facilitate smooth transit through ports.

Yes, SAMMIE includes invoicing insights that flag duplicates, match line items, and streamline billing through AI-driven reconciliation and analytics.

Yes, we offer expedited air options for urgent and high-value shipments when every hour counts.

Yes, we provide GPS tracking and digital documentation to keep you informed on your ground freight.