Behind the Scenes: Packing Standards for International Shipping

International shipping fails when a package has space to build momentum. The goal is simple: nothing moves, nothing rubs, nothing takes a direct hit.

Packing standard 1: Foam architecture (not “fill material”)

• Each part sits in a foam pocket or is blocked with foam walls.
• Fragile tips (hair strands, thin weapons, fingers) never touch the outer box.
• Heavy pieces are isolated so they cannot crush smaller parts.

Packing standard 2: No rubbing, no abrasion

• Resin can micro-scratch when it vibrates against plastic or other parts.
• Parts are separated, wrapped, or bagged to eliminate contact points.

Packing standard 3: Magnet-safe logic

Magnets create two risks: impact stress and unwanted attraction.

• Magnets are placed to avoid snapping into each other through a bag.
• Magnet-facing parts are padded so they cannot “slam” during drops.

Packing standard 4: Double-boxing when it matters

Double boxing is used when the risk profile is higher:

• Large scale statues
• Heavy bases
• Long thin parts
• Long-distance routes with multiple handoffs

Inner box: immobilization. Outer box: impact absorption.

Packing standard 5: Labeling that actually helps

Labels do not stop drops, but they do help sorting:

• Fragile handling icons
• Orientation marking if needed
• Clear separation between documentation and parts

What this prevents

• Broken tips from side impacts
• Bent swords from corner compression
• “Powdered” abrasion on satin surfaces
• Magnet pocket cracking from sudden snaps

Damage policy (operational)

If transit damage happens, the practical goal is resolution:

• photo evidence of the box + parts
• identify whether a reprint, replacement, or repair kit is the fastest path
• ship the solution with tracking