Shipping Games from Le Havre to Chicago via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive sporting goods, select a Layered approach: inner poly sleeve around the product or retail box, then a reinforced shipping box with cushioning. Add silica gel for long-distance or ocean shipments of toys and games.

For most Toys and sporting goods, a dry van normally works, but You should confirm door seals and install drying agents. For High-value board games with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, evaluate additional interior lining on routes with tropical climates.

To reduce stacking damage for Medium-weight sports equipment and leisure products, select Double-wall cartons, manage pallet height, and add edge protectors. Mark pallets of Toys with “No Top Load” where appropriate, and make sure heavier Sporting goods are not loaded on top of lighter Toys and games.

Yes, many countries Apply consumer safety rules for certain leisure products. You should confirm 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 aerosols, may also fall under hazardous materials rules and require declared classification.

Because Toys and games often have strong resale value and are vulnerable to humidity issues, Insuring cargo makes sense. Protect your games at Full replacement value and check that the policy includes water damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

Toys and sporting goods must be packaged securely to prevent damage during transit. Special attention should be given to fragile items and those with multiple components, ensuring they are adequately protected against moisture and impact during the ocean freight journey.

Shipping toys and sporting goods to the U.S. requires compliance with safety regulations, including the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Importers must ensure that products meet U.S. safety standards, which may involve testing and certification documentation. Additionally, customs documentation must accurately reflect the contents and value of the shipment.

SAMMIE is included with every ocean, air, land, and customs service at no extra cost.

We use SAMMIE’s AI-driven rate and route optimization to recommend optimal carriers and lanes based on current conditions and prices.

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