Shipping Toys from San Jose to Lazaro Cardenas via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Toys, Use a Layered approach: inner Poly bag or shrink wrap around the product or retail box, then a Sturdy corrugated carton with Void fill. Place Desiccant packs for long-distance or ocean shipments of toys and games.

For most Toys and sporting goods, a Standard dry container Is sufficient, but You should Verify door seals and Add Container desiccants. For collector leisure products with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, Consider additional interior lining on routes with High humidity.

To reduce stacking damage for Medium-weight Toys and games, Use Double-wall cartons, Limit pallet height, and Place Corner posts. Prominently label pallets of Toys with “No Top Load” where appropriate, and Ensure heavier Sporting goods are not loaded on top of lighter Toys and games.

Yes, many countries Apply Safety and labeling rules for Toys and games. You should Verify that all Toys meet destination standards (such as CE marking) and that test reports is available if customs requests it. Some Sporting goods, such as items with aerosols, may also fall under Dangerous goods rules and require Special packing.

Because Toys and games often have High retail value and are vulnerable to Moisture damage, Insuring cargo Is strongly recommended. Insure your Toys at commercial invoice value and Confirm that the policy includes Moisture-related damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

The documentation required includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance for toys and sporting goods, ensuring adherence to both Costa Rican and Mexican customs regulations.

Yes, during the rainy season, which typically runs from May to November, there may be increased risks of rough seas and delays due to weather conditions, impacting ocean freight operations.

Yes, we are fully licensed (FMC #019344), bonded, insured, and C-TPAT compliant, with a digital-first customs process that uses automation to reduce delays, cut risk, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Yes, you will have a dedicated Client Success Officer who oversees your freight, solves problems proactively, and keeps you informed throughout each shipment.

We say this because a single shipment is enough for shippers to experience our AI-powered visibility, proactive issue management, and partner-level support, and to see how we differ from larger, less responsive forwarders.