Sort your baking tools before packing

Handmade baking tools come in many materials. To make sure they reach the recipient in Canada intact, sort them clearly before boxing:

• Metal (piping tips, aluminium moulds, dough cutters, whisks): Very sensitive to moisture. Sudden temperature changes in the aircraft hold can cause condensation and rust.
• Wood (wooden rolling pins, wooden mooncake moulds): Can go mouldy or crack if the environment is too dry or too humid. Canadian customs (CBSA) also checks wooden items closely for pests.
• Silicone and plastic (spatulas, silicone moulds, piping bags): Flexible and hard to break, but they can dent or deform under heavy items.

How to pack each type to prevent rust and damage

Metal tools

To keep piping tips and moulds from rusting, never let them come into direct contact with humid air:

• Step 1: Dry every piece completely. You can use a hair dryer to make sure no water spots remain.
• Step 2: Wrap each item in 2 to 3 layers of PE cling film. This keeps air and moisture away from the metal.
• Step 3: Put small pieces such as piping tips in a zip bag with 1–2 silica gel desiccant packs before sealing it.

Rolling pins and wooden tools

• Step 1: Make sure the wood is completely dry. Damp wooden items are easily refused by Canadian customs because of mould concerns.
• Step 2: Wrap the rolling pin in kraft paper or clean newspaper to absorb moisture naturally, then wrap it in PE film.
• Step 3: Don’t pack wooden items right next to sharp metal objects, so the wood doesn’t get scratched.

Spatulas and silicone tools

• Step 1: Lay them flat and straight so the spatula heads don’t bend.
• Step 2: Wrap them in bubble wrap to create a flexible cushion against the weight of other boxes.

Once each group is wrapped, pack everything in a thick carton. At Soleil Transportation, basic packing in a carton is included in the service, saving you preparation costs.

Declaring household goods to Canadian customs

When declaring handmade baking tools, a clear description is the key to fast clearance. Avoid vague terms such as “household goods” or “baking tools”.

How to label and describe them in detail

List the English name of each item with its quantity:

• Wooden rolling pin: “Wooden rolling pin for baking” (state that the wood is treated).
• Piping tips: “Stainless steel icing piping nozzles”.
• Silicone spatula: “Silicone spatula for cake decorating”.

Note on origin

Canadian customs favours products with clear brands and labels. For handmade or unbranded items, make sure they are brand new, unused and free of dirt or dust.

Shipping baking tools to Canada with Soleil Transportation

Soleil Transportation offers a range of shipping options for every baking tool shipment:

• Small parcels (ePacket): Ideal for individuals sending a few sets of piping tips or spatulas as gifts to family. From just $8.50 CAD per parcel.
• Dedicated air freight: Ideal for shop owners sending large quantities of baking tools from Vietnam to Canada. Very competitive prices from $16/kg, with fast door-to-door air delivery in about 7–14 business days.
• Import duties included: Our shipping rates include all Canadian import duties, so there are no unexpected costs on delivery.

To get started, just prepare a list of the baking tools you plan to send and contact us for guidance on preparing the right declaration invoice. Every shipment can be tracked online with a tracking number that is updated continuously by email or Zalo.

For more advice on moisture-proof packing for metal baking moulds or an accurate quote for your shipment, contact Soleil Transportation on +1 888-998-5199 or at info@soleiltransportation.com. Our team at the Mississauga warehouse (2446 Cawthra Road, B1U8, Mississauga, Ontario, L5A 3K6) is always ready to help.