Shipping Games from Naples to Baltimore via Ocean Freight

For humidity-sensitive sporting goods, select a Layered approach: inner poly sleeve around the product or retail box, then a Sturdy corrugated carton with cushioning. Place moisture absorbers for long-distance or ocean shipments of leisure products.

For most sports equipment and leisure products, a dry van normally works, but You should confirm door seals and Add drying agents. For collector leisure products with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, look at enhanced humidity control on routes with High humidity.

To reduce stacking damage for moderately heavy sports equipment and leisure products, select Double-wall cartons, manage pallet height, and Place edge protectors. Prominently label pallets of games with “Single Stack Only” where appropriate, and Ensure heavier sports equipment are not loaded on top of lighter leisure products.

Yes, many countries have consumer safety rules for certain leisure products. You should confirm that all Toys meet destination standards (such as ASTM/EN standards) and that test reports is available if customs requests it. Some sports equipment, such as items with pressurized containers, may also fall under Dangerous goods rules and require DG documentation.

Because toys and leisure products often have strong resale value and are vulnerable to humidity issues, Insuring cargo makes sense. Insure your games at commercial invoice value and verify that the policy Covers Moisture-related damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

Toys and sporting goods shipped from Italy to the United States must comply with U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regulations, including safety standards and labeling requirements. Additionally, proper customs documentation, including a commercial invoice and packing list, must be provided to facilitate clearance.

Yes, when shipping toys and sporting goods, it is important to ensure that items are properly packaged to withstand ocean conditions, including potential moisture and temperature changes. Fragile items should be cushioned, and products with small parts should be securely packed to prevent damage during transit.

DNA’s “One Test Run” offer is an invitation to move a single shipment with DNA so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership, showing how our SAMMIE platform and proactive team perform in a real-world test.

Yes, absolutely. You don’t have to move your whole operation; you can give us one shipment in any mode or lane as a “test run,” and we’ll handle it end-to-end with precision, transparency, and care.

Our SAMMIE system offers a live look at shipments from port to final delivery with 18 milestone updates, satellite container tracking, and instant alerts, so your team always knows what’s moving, what’s delayed, and what’s next.