Shipping Games from Seattle to Montevideo via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive sporting goods, Use a Layered 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 toys and games.

For most Toys and sporting goods, a dry van Is sufficient, but You should confirm door seals and Add humidity absorbers. For High-value board games with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, evaluate additional interior lining on routes with tropical climates.

To reduce stacking damage for Medium-weight sports equipment and leisure products, Use Double-wall cartons, manage pallet height, and Place vertical supports. Mark 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 consumer safety rules for Toys and games. You should confirm that all Toys meet destination standards (such as local toy safety regulations) and that Documentation 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 strong resale value and are vulnerable to Moisture damage, Insuring cargo makes sense. Insure your sporting goods at Full replacement value and check that the policy includes water damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

When shipping Toys & Sporting Goods, it is essential to ensure that items are securely packaged to withstand ocean freight conditions. Special attention should be given to fragile items, which may require additional cushioning. Additionally, compliance with international safety standards for toys is necessary, as these products may be subject to inspection by customs authorities in Uruguay.

Key documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary certificates of conformity to safety standards. Additionally, a Bill of Lading will be required for ocean freight. It's important to ensure that all documents are accurately completed to facilitate customs clearance in Uruguay.

The “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, you can. 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.

SAMMIE gives you a live look at shipments from port to final delivery with 18 milestone updates, satellite container tracking, and instant alerts, so your team always knows what’s moving, what’s delayed, and what’s next.