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Furniturefreight forwarding
Bulky, light and fragile goods, from LCL consolidation to full containers and LTL delivery to your warehouse.
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Furniture freight: key facts
For planning only. Every quote confirms the details for your shipment.
Volume, not weight
How much container do you need?
Furniture fills space long before it gets heavy. Measure your order in cubic meters, then compare the ways to ship it.
LCL
Volume or weightShared container space, billed on volume or weight, whichever is greater.
20ft
About 33 m³Mid-size orders that fill a standard container.
40ft
About 67 m³Full collections and store rollouts.
40ft high cube
About 76 m³Extra height for bulky, light pieces.
Approximate internal volumes for standard dry containers, drawn to scale. Usable space depends on packaging and loading.
Why ExFreight
Why ship furniture with ExFreight
Ocean FCL and LCL
Book a full container or shared space for your cubic meters.
Density-based LTL delivery
Port-to-warehouse pricing built on real dimensions.
Cargo insurance at booking
Optional coverage for fragile pieces, quoted when you book.
Tracking with email alerts
Ocean shipments on a map, with automated status emails.
Which mode fits
Ocean, air or truck for your furniture
A starting point, not a rule. Every quote shows each option side by side; the final mode depends on your lane, dates and cargo.
HTS chapter
94Customs brokerage, plus duty and tax estimates before you book, for furniture shipments.
Customs
Import rules for furniture
FAQs
Furniture shipping questions
Still have questions? Our team is ready to help.
Should furniture ship FCL or LCL?
FCL when your order fills most of a container, LCL when it does not. LCL is billed on volume or weight, whichever is greater, so measure in cubic meters first.
How much does it cost to ship furniture internationally?
Price depends on cubic meters, weight, origin port and destination. LCL suits mixed collections that do not fill a box. FCL spreads cost when you have enough volume. Enter dimensions for a side-by-side LCL and FCL quote.
What is the best way to ship a large piece of furniture?
Crate or strong-wrap each piece, measure length, width and height in meters, then compare LCL against FCL based on total CBM. Bulky light cargo is volume-driven long before weight limits the move.
Do you deliver to retail distribution centers?
Yes. We deliver by LTL or FTL from the port to warehouses and retail DCs, with density-based LTL pricing.
What are the rules for wood packaging?
Pallets and crates made of solid wood must be treated and marked under ISPM 15 to enter the US.
What is the import duty on furniture from China?
Most furniture classifies in HTS Chapter 94, and some categories carry antidumping duties. The applicable rate depends on product type and material. Your quote can show a duty estimate before you book.
Is furniture affected by tariffs?
Yes. Tariff treatment depends on HTS classification and country of origin, not just the product category. Verify the heading for each SKU before you place the order.
Is fragile furniture insured?
Cargo insurance is optional and quoted when you book.
Can you ship samples to a showroom?
Yes. Small parcel and air options suit samples and replacement parts.
Other industries
More freight we move
Furniturefreight forwarding
Bulky, light and fragile goods, from LCL consolidation to full containers and LTL delivery to your warehouse.
Rated by shippers on Google
Read Google reviews“Air and ocean in one quote. We picked the lane.”
Automotive parts importer“Duty estimate upfront. Finance approved same day.”
Aftermarket distributorAt a glance
Furniture freight: key facts
For planning only. Every quote confirms the details.
Volume, not weight
How much container do you need?
Furniture fills space long before it gets heavy. Measure your order in cubic meters, then compare the ways to ship it.
Approximate internal volumes for standard dry containers, drawn to scale.
What we move
Furniture and home goods we ship
Typical furniture freight we quote by ocean, air and truck.
Upholstered sofas and chairs
Bulky, light pieces that price on volume.
Flat-pack furniture
Dense cartons that fill containers efficiently.
Mattresses, pillows and quilts
Compressed or full-size units under heading 9404.
Office furniture
Desks, seating and storage for dealers and distributors.
Lighting and lamps
Fragile items where packaging and insurance matter.
Outdoor furniture and decor
Seasonal stock that suits FCL for full collections.
Why ExFreight
Why ship furniture with ExFreight
Ocean FCL and LCL
Book a full container or shared space for your cubic meters.
Density-based LTL delivery
Port-to-warehouse pricing built on real dimensions.
Cargo insurance at booking
Optional coverage for fragile pieces, quoted when you book.
Tracking with email alerts
Ocean shipments on a map, with automated status emails.
Which mode fits
Ocean, air or truck for your furniture
A starting point, not a rule. Every quote shows each option side by side; the final mode depends on your lane, dates and cargo.
FAQs
Furniture FAQs
Should furniture ship FCL or LCL?
FCL when your order fills most of a container, LCL when it does not. LCL is billed on volume or weight, whichever is greater, so measure in cubic meters first.
How much does it cost to ship furniture internationally?
Price depends on cubic meters, weight, origin port and destination. LCL suits mixed collections that do not fill a box. FCL spreads cost when you have enough volume. Enter dimensions for a side-by-side LCL and FCL quote.
What is the best way to ship a large piece of furniture?
Crate or strong-wrap each piece, measure length, width and height in meters, then compare LCL against FCL based on total CBM. Bulky light cargo is volume-driven long before weight limits the move.
Do you deliver to retail distribution centers?
Yes. We deliver by LTL or FTL from the port to warehouses and retail DCs, with density-based LTL pricing.
What are the rules for wood packaging?
Pallets and crates made of solid wood must be treated and marked under ISPM 15 to enter the US.
What is the import duty on furniture from China?
Most furniture classifies in HTS Chapter 94, and some categories carry antidumping duties. The applicable rate depends on product type and material. Your quote can show a duty estimate before you book.
Is furniture affected by tariffs?
Yes. Tariff treatment depends on HTS classification and country of origin, not just the product category. Verify the heading for each SKU before you place the order.
Is fragile furniture insured?
Cargo insurance is optional and quoted when you book.
Can you ship samples to a showroom?
Yes. Small parcel and air options suit samples and replacement parts.
Still have questions? Our team is ready to help.
Contact your local office