Shipping Toys from Felixstowe to Shanghai via Ocean Freight

For humidity-sensitive games, select a two-stage approach: inner sealed plastic bag around the product or retail box, then a reinforced shipping box with cushioning. Place silica gel for long-distance or ocean shipments of Sports equipment.

For most sports equipment and leisure products, a general-purpose container normally works, but exporters should check door seals and install drying agents. For collector leisure products with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, evaluate Ventilated containers on routes with High humidity.

To reduce stacking damage for moderately heavy Toys and games, select higher burst-strength cartons, control pallet height, and add edge protectors. Prominently label pallets of Toys with “Do Not Double Stack” where appropriate, and Ensure heavier sports equipment are not loaded on top of lighter Toys and games.

Yes, many countries have product safety and labeling rules for certain leisure products. Exporters should check that all games meet destination standards (such as ASTM/EN standards) and that test reports is available if customs requests it. Some Sporting goods, such as items with Batteries, may also fall under Dangerous goods rules and require DG documentation.

Because toys and leisure products often have High retail value and are vulnerable to humidity issues, arranging shipment insurance is advisable. Protect your games at commercial invoice value and check that the policy Covers Moisture-related damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

When shipping Toys & Sporting Goods, ensure that products meet safety standards and regulations applicable in both the UK and China. Packaging should be robust to withstand ocean conditions, and items should be secured to prevent movement during transit.

Regulatory requirements include compliance with China's product safety standards and obtaining necessary import permits. Proper documentation, such as commercial invoices and packing lists, must accompany shipments to facilitate customs clearance at both Felixstowe and Shanghai.

The SAMMIE system enables international teams by providing a single dashboard with all data needed to manage shipments, saving significant time and improving control compared to archaic, time-consuming methods using inaccurate data.

Shippers can submit details via our Request a Quote form or talk to our team through the Contact Us page on our website.

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