Shipping Toys from Guayaquil to Vancouver via Ocean Freight

For humidity-sensitive Toys, Use a two-stage approach: inner Poly bag or shrink wrap around the product or retail box, then a Sturdy corrugated carton with cushioning. Add silica gel for long-distance or ocean shipments of leisure products.

For most sports equipment and leisure products, a Standard dry container Is sufficient, but exporters should Verify door seals and Add drying agents. For High-value board games with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, evaluate enhanced humidity control on routes with tropical climates.

To reduce stacking damage for moderately heavy Toys and games, Use higher burst-strength cartons, Limit pallet height, and Place edge protectors. Mark pallets of games with “Single Stack Only” where appropriate, and make sure heavier sports equipment are not loaded on top of lighter leisure products.

Yes, many countries have Safety and labeling rules for Toys and games. Exporters should Verify that all Toys meet destination standards (such as ASTM/EN standards) and that Documentation is available if customs requests it. Some sports equipment, such as items with pressurized containers, may also fall under hazardous materials rules and require DG documentation.

Because toys and leisure products often have High retail value and are vulnerable to Moisture damage, arranging shipment insurance Is strongly recommended. Insure your games at Full replacement value and check that the policy Covers water damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

Toys & Sporting Goods may require special handling to prevent damage during transit. Products should be securely packaged to withstand ocean freight conditions, including humidity and potential temperature variations. Additionally, items with small parts should be packed to avoid loss or breakage.

Shipping Toys & Sporting Goods from Ecuador to Canada requires compliance with both countries' import/export regulations. This includes ensuring that products meet safety standards set by Canadian authorities, proper labeling, and obtaining necessary customs documentation, such as commercial invoices and certificates of origin.

Our customs brokerage includes tariff classification and valuation as part of our in-house expertise.

Our network includes partnered facilities in key logistics hubs, including locations near important ports for strategic storage and fulfillment.

We encourage you to take the DNA “One Test Run Challenge” with a single shipment so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership-focused approach.