Shipping Games from Lagos to New York via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Toys, select a multi-layer approach: inner Poly bag or shrink wrap around the product or retail box, then a Sturdy corrugated carton with padding. Add silica gel for long-distance or ocean shipments of toys and games.

For most Toys and sporting goods, a Standard dry container normally works, but shippers should Verify door seals and Add humidity absorbers. For High-value board games with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, evaluate additional interior lining on routes with High humidity.

To reduce stacking damage for Medium-weight Toys and games, select stronger boxes, Limit pallet height, and Place vertical supports. Mark pallets of games with “No Top Load” where appropriate, and Ensure heavier sports equipment are not loaded on top of lighter Toys and games.

Yes, many countries Apply Safety and labeling rules for certain leisure products. Shippers should Verify that all Toys meet destination standards (such as local toy safety regulations) 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 DG documentation.

Because Toys and games often have High retail value and are vulnerable to humidity issues, taking out cargo insurance Is strongly recommended. Insure your sporting goods at Full replacement value and check that the policy includes Moisture-related damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates for safety standards compliance specific to toys and sporting goods.

Yes, toys and sporting goods must comply with U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regulations, which may include testing for lead content and other safety standards before shipping.

SAMMIE helps you stay ahead of issues with instant delay alerts, automatic exception flags, and “hot” shipment flagging so you can prioritize critical freight and address problems before they ripple into larger issues.

We offer in-house customs brokerage that handles classification, documentation, and clearance across U.S. and global ports with accuracy and speed, supported by SAMMIE’s delay flagging and ongoing updates from your dedicated Client Success Officer.

With DNA, you get live map tracking with milestone updates and 24/7 access via SAMMIE, while other forwarders often provide only basic carrier links and manual updates that can be delayed or incomplete.