Shipping Toys from San Jose to Vancouver via Ocean Freight

When dealing with moisture-sensitive games, Use a Layered approach: inner sealed plastic bag around the product or retail box, then a Sturdy corrugated carton with cushioning. Add moisture absorbers for long-distance or ocean shipments of Sports equipment.

For most sports equipment and leisure products, a general-purpose container Is sufficient, but You should check door seals and Add drying agents. For High-value board games with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, look at Ventilated containers on routes with large temperature swings.

To reduce stacking damage for moderately heavy sports equipment and leisure products, Use Double-wall cartons, control pallet height, and Place edge protectors. Mark pallets of games with “Do Not Double Stack” where appropriate, and confirm heavier sports equipment are not loaded on top of lighter Toys and games.

Yes, many countries enforce product safety and labeling rules for Toys and games. You should check that all Toys meet destination standards (such as ASTM/EN standards) and that Documentation is available if customs requests it. Some sports equipment, such as items with Batteries, may also fall under restricted articles rules and require DG documentation.

Because toys and leisure products often have strong resale value and are vulnerable to Moisture damage, Insuring cargo is advisable. Insure your games at Full replacement value and verify that the policy Covers humidity damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary export permits from Costa Rica, as well as customs declarations for Canada, which may require harmonized codes for toys and sporting goods.

Yes, products must comply with Canadian safety standards, including regulations from Health Canada, and may require testing or certification for toys to ensure they meet safety requirements, especially for items intended for children.

Yes, DNA offers customs brokerage. Our licensed customs experts handle import/export compliance, HS classification, tariff codes, ISF filings, and coordination with U.S. and international agencies.

Our platform identifies potential issues such as rerouted containers or port congestion early, giving our team time to step in quickly, resolve problems, and keep you proactively updated.

Yes, we protect your data. All shipment, billing, and documentation data is encrypted in transit and at rest, and SAMMIE uses secure protocols and authentication layers to control access.