Shipping Toys from Lagos to Altamira 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 reinforced shipping box with cushioning. Add Desiccant packs for long-distance or ocean shipments of leisure products.

For most sports equipment and leisure products, a dry van is usually adequate, but You should check door seals and install drying agents. For High-value board games with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, Consider enhanced humidity control on routes with tropical climates.

To reduce stacking damage for moderately heavy sports equipment and leisure products, choose Double-wall cartons, control pallet height, and add edge protectors. Mark pallets of Toys with “Single Stack Only” where appropriate, and make sure heavier sports equipment 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 games meet destination standards (such as ASTM/EN standards) and that Documentation is available if customs requests it. Some Sporting goods, such as items with pressurized containers, may also fall under hazardous materials rules and require DG documentation.

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

The documentation typically required includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance with safety standards applicable to toys and sporting goods.

Yes, shipping during the rainy season in Nigeria (usually from April to October) may affect port operations and loading conditions at Lagos, while peak shipping seasons around holidays can lead to increased demand for space on vessels.

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.