Shipping Toys from Rotterdam to San Juan via Ocean Freight

When dealing with moisture-sensitive Toys, select a Layered approach: inner sealed plastic bag around the product or retail box, then a reinforced shipping box with cushioning. Place silica gel for long-distance or ocean shipments of Sports equipment.

For most sports equipment and leisure products, a Standard dry container normally works, but You should check door seals and install drying agents. For collector leisure products 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 Double-wall cartons, control pallet height, and add edge protectors. Prominently label pallets of Toys with “Do Not Double Stack” where appropriate, and make sure heavier sports equipment are not loaded on top of lighter Toys and games.

Yes, many countries enforce Safety and labeling rules for certain leisure products. You should check that all games meet destination standards (such as ASTM/EN standards) and that test reports 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, Insuring cargo is advisable. Protect your games at commercial invoice value and check that the policy Covers water damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

Toys and sporting goods should be packed securely to prevent damage during transit, considering the potential for rough ocean conditions. Additionally, items that contain batteries or electronic components may require special handling due to regulations regarding hazardous materials.

Required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and shipping manifest. Additionally, compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations is necessary, which may involve specific declarations for toys and sporting goods to ensure they meet safety standards.

No, DNA uses in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.

Our “One Test Run Challenge” 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, it’s possible. 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.