High-Value Item
What a high-value item is in moving and why special declaration, documentation or handling may be required.
Published 4 Sep 2026 · Updated 4 Sep 2026. Sources, scope and corrections
TRE Dictionary
High-Value Item
A high-value item is an article whose value exceeds a threshold established by the moving contract, valuation program, or carrier rules and may require special declaration or documentation.
In plain English
Expensive jewelry, art, collectibles, antiques, electronics, or other valuable belongings may need extra attention before the move.
Why it matters
For interstate household-goods moves under Full Value Protection, FMCSA guidance discusses special treatment for articles of extraordinary value and the importance of declaring them appropriately. Failure to identify valuable items can affect documentation, handling, valuation, and claims.
TRE common-language definition
High-Value Item: An item whose value triggers additional declaration, documentation, protection, or handling requirements under the applicable move terms.
Related terms
Valuation · Full Value Protection · Crating · Claim · Inventory
Sources & Evidence
Read the Moving Valuation guide →
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