How to Document Declared Values Correctly:
- Be Precise and Truthful:actual commercial value
- Itemize in Detail:
- Provide the Necessary Documents:
- Use Standardized Descriptions:
- Classify with HS Codes:
- Itemize in Detail:
RizzitGo Shipping: A Guide to Preventing Customs Holds and Parcel Damage
2026-02-26
Proactive documentation and packaging are your keys to smooth international delivery.
Navigating international shipping can be complex, with customs inspections and the rigors of transit posing significant risks to timely and secure delivery. At RizzitGo, we believe prevention is the most powerful tool. By meticulously declaring values and optimizing packaging, you can dramatically minimize the risks of costly delays and damaged goods.
Part 1: Preventing Customs Holds — The Power of Accurate Documentation
Customs holds are a primary cause of delivery delays. Authorities inspect shipments to verify contents, assess duties, and ensure compliance with regulations. Incomplete or inaccurate paperwork is a major red flag.
Part 2: Preventing Parcel Damage — Strategic Packaging is Non-Negotiable
Your package will be handled by automated systems and transported across long distances. Robust packaging is your first and best line of defense against physical damage, moisture, and crushing.
Essential Packaging Details to Address:
- Right-Size Your Box:
- Immobilize the Contents:
- Protect Individual Items:
- Reinforce the Structure:
- Weatherproofing:
- Clear & Protected Labeling:inside
- Immobilize the Contents:
The RizzitGo Advantage: Combining Both Strategies
At RizzitGo, our system is designed to guide you through these critical steps. Our shipping platform prompts for detailed item descriptions and values to generate compliant commercial invoices. We also provide access to packaging guidelines tailored to your specific destination and item type.
Remember, the small investment of time in accurate documentationrobust packaging