Shipping Games from Rotterdam to San Jose via Ocean Freight

For humidity-sensitive games, select a two-stage approach: inner poly sleeve around the product or retail box, then a Sturdy corrugated carton with padding. Add silica gel for long-distance or ocean shipments of Sports equipment.

For most sports equipment and leisure products, a general-purpose container normally works, but exporters should confirm door seals and Add humidity absorbers. For High-value board games with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, evaluate Ventilated containers on routes with tropical climates.

To reduce stacking damage for moderately heavy Toys and games, select higher burst-strength cartons, manage pallet height, and Place vertical supports. Mark pallets of Toys with “Do Not Double Stack” where appropriate, and make sure heavier Sporting goods are not loaded on top of lighter Toys and games.

Yes, many countries have product safety and labeling rules for certain leisure products. Exporters should confirm that all Toys meet destination standards (such as local toy safety regulations) and that Documentation is available if customs requests it. Some Sporting goods, such as items with Batteries, may also fall under hazardous materials rules and require declared classification.

Because toys and leisure products often have High retail value and are vulnerable to humidity issues, arranging shipment insurance makes sense. Insure your sporting goods at Full replacement value and check that the policy Covers water damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

When shipping Toys & Sporting Goods, it is important to ensure that the products are packed securely to prevent damage during transit. Additionally, items should comply with safety regulations and standards applicable in both the Netherlands and Costa Rica.

Required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary certificates of conformity or safety compliance for the toys and sporting goods. It is also essential to be aware of any import restrictions or duties applicable in Costa Rica.

Each DNA shipper is given access to SAMMIE, where you can track each shipment in real time with predictive ETAs, milestone updates, and instant alerts in a single dashboard.

Our team coordinates with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), the FDA, USDA, DOT, and other regulatory bodies, and we maintain active certifications including C-TPAT and FMC.

Yes, help is available for urgent cases, which are escalated and managed with after-hours monitoring when needed, especially for high-volume or time-critical shipments.