Shipping Games from Nashville to Oakland via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive games, choose a multi-layer approach: inner sealed plastic bag around the product or retail box, then a double-wall box with padding. Place silica gel for long-distance or ocean shipments of toys and games.

For most Toys and sporting goods, a general-purpose container is usually adequate, but shippers should check door seals and use humidity absorbers. For collector leisure products with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, evaluate additional interior lining on routes with tropical climates.

To reduce stacking damage for Medium-weight Toys and games, choose stronger boxes, control pallet height, and use vertical supports. Prominently label pallets of games with “No Top Load” where appropriate, and make sure heavier sports equipment are not loaded on top of lighter leisure products.

Yes, many countries Apply product safety and labeling rules for children’s toys. Shippers should check that all games meet destination standards (such as local toy safety regulations) and that test reports is available if customs requests it. Some sports equipment, such as items with aerosols, may also fall under hazardous materials rules and require DG documentation.

Because Toys and games often have High retail value and are vulnerable to water exposure, taking out cargo insurance is advisable. Cover your sporting goods at commercial invoice value and check that the policy includes water damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

When shipping Toys & Sporting Goods, it is important to ensure that the products are packaged securely to withstand ocean transport. Items should be protected from moisture and potential damage during transit. Additionally, ensure compliance with any safety regulations specific to toys and sporting goods, as these may vary by state and affect handling.

Required documentation includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and any necessary customs declarations. Since both Nashville and Oakland are within the United States, there are typically fewer regulatory hurdles, but it's important to ensure that all products meet safety standards and labeling requirements as per U.S. regulations.

Yes, we provide coordinated delivery of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) for hotels, resorts, and new builds.

We provide live map tracking with milestone updates, 24/7 access via SAMMIE, centralized shipment documents, and real-time exception alerts so you always know where your freight is and what’s happening with it.

We reduce customs delays and risk through in-house brokerage, a digital-first customs process with automation, SAMMIE’s ability to flag potential delays before they happen, and continuous communication from your Client Success Officer.