Shipping Sporting Goods from Genoa to New Orleans via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Toys, Use a two-stage approach: inner sealed plastic bag around the product or retail box, then a reinforced shipping box with Void fill. Add moisture absorbers for long-distance or ocean shipments of toys and games.

For most Toys and sporting goods, a Standard dry container Is sufficient, but exporters should check door seals and install Container desiccants. For High-value board games with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, look at additional interior lining on routes with High humidity.

To reduce stacking damage for Medium-weight Toys and games, Use higher burst-strength cartons, control pallet height, and add Corner posts. Mark pallets of games with “No Top Load” where appropriate, and Ensure heavier Sporting goods are not loaded on top of lighter Toys and games.

Yes, many countries Apply Safety and labeling rules for Toys and games. Exporters should check that all games meet destination standards (such as CE marking) and that Documentation is available if customs requests it. Some sports equipment, such as items with aerosols, may also fall under Dangerous goods rules and require Special packing.

Because Toys and games often have High retail value and are vulnerable to Moisture damage, arranging shipment insurance is advisable. Protect your Toys at Full replacement value and verify that the policy includes Moisture-related damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

When shipping Toys & Sporting Goods, it's important to ensure that items are properly packaged to withstand ocean transport, considering factors such as moisture and potential impacts during transit. Additionally, certain sporting goods may require special handling due to their size or fragility.

Regulatory requirements include compliance with U.S. safety standards for toys, which may require certifications and labeling. Customs documentation must also include a detailed description of the goods, value, and origin, along with any necessary import permits.

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Yes, we provide consolidation and customs pre-clearance to help move your air cargo quickly and compliantly.

We offer in-house customs brokerage including import/export clearance, tariff classification and valuation, ISF, AMS, and ACE filings, plus FDA, USDA, and multi-agency support.