While the import restrictions for small gifts and other items are not strict, with overseas shipping to Italy there will be important documents and details required to ship vehicles, yachts and larger equipment. Keep in mind that, if the item being shipped will be used by an Italian company the process may need to be handled by an importer. Customs controls are considerably stricter than they were just a decade ago.
Overseas shipping to Italy can be much less stressful and will take less time if all the necessary registration, tax forms and other documents are in place before the item or items being shipped move from their original location. Whether you decide to make all the arrangements yourself or get the help of a professional shipping-service company, you should be able to come up with approximate costs using the calculating software offered on many sites. Of course, if you have questions or doubts about the costs involved, you should always contact the shipping company or freight-forwarding company directly.