Shipping Toys from Honolulu to Charleston via Ocean Freight

When dealing with moisture-sensitive sporting goods, choose a Layered approach: inner sealed plastic bag around the product or retail box, then a double-wall box with padding. Add Desiccant packs for long-distance or ocean shipments of toys and games.

For most sports equipment and leisure products, a dry van is usually adequate, but You should check door seals and use humidity absorbers. For High-value board games with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, Consider additional interior lining on routes with High humidity.

To reduce stacking damage for moderately heavy sports equipment and leisure products, choose Double-wall cartons, control pallet height, and use vertical supports. Mark pallets of Toys with “No Top Load” where appropriate, and Ensure heavier Sporting goods are not loaded on top of lighter leisure products.

Yes, many countries enforce consumer safety rules for children’s toys. You should check that all Toys meet destination standards (such as local toy safety regulations) and that Documentation is available if customs requests it. Some Sporting goods, such as items with aerosols, may also fall under Dangerous goods rules and require Special packing.

Because toys and leisure products often have strong resale value and are vulnerable to water exposure, Insuring cargo is advisable. Cover your sporting goods at Full replacement value and Confirm that the policy includes Moisture-related damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

When shipping Toys & Sporting Goods via ocean freight, it is important to ensure that items are securely packed to withstand potential movement during transit. Additionally, products should be checked for compliance with safety regulations to avoid issues at customs.

Required documentation typically includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and packing list. Since both Honolulu and Charleston are within the United States, no additional import/export permits are needed, but accurate product descriptions and values must be provided for customs clearance.

Yes, DNA offers tariff classification and valuation as part of our in-house expertise.

DNA utilizes partnered facilities in key logistics hubs, including locations near important ports for strategic storage and fulfillment.

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