Shipping Games from Valencia to Minneapolis via Ocean Freight

For humidity-sensitive games, Use a Layered approach: inner Poly bag or shrink wrap around the product or retail box, then a double-wall box with cushioning. Add Desiccant packs 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 Verify door seals and use drying agents. For High-value board games with sensitive cardboard or printed materials, Consider Ventilated containers on routes with large temperature swings.

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

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

Because toys and leisure products often have High retail value and are vulnerable to Moisture damage, Insuring cargo Is strongly recommended. Cover your games at Full replacement value and Confirm that the policy Covers humidity damage, especially for ocean or long-term storage moves.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and a bill of lading. Additionally, any necessary customs declarations and certificates of origin may be needed to comply with U.S. import regulations for Toys & Sporting Goods.

Seasonal demand fluctuations can affect shipping schedules, particularly during holiday seasons when the demand for toys and sporting goods increases. It is important to consider these peaks to ensure adequate inventory and timely shipping.

Our network includes partnered facilities in key logistics hubs, including locations near important ports for strategic storage and fulfillment.

We encourage you to take the DNA “One Test Run Challenge” with a single shipment so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership-focused approach.

Our company manages ocean freight (FCL and LCL), air freight, ground transportation (domestic and cross-border trucking), customs brokerage, and warehousing & distribution, all supported by our SAMMIE visibility platform and dedicated Client Success Officers.