Shipping Clothing from Antwerp to New Orleans via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, Use an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add moisture absorbers for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are securely sealed to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most fabric can move in Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For bulk textiles, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from Minimal handling, sealed packaging, and use of roll containers to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to Over-stack lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so review local regulations before exporting large volumes.

Insuring fashion products is strongly recommended, especially for Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss and relies on accurate SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

Clothing and textiles should be packed in moisture-resistant materials to prevent damage during transit. Additionally, proper ventilation is essential to avoid mildew, and items should be secured to prevent shifting during ocean transport.

Shipments of clothing and textiles must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, including proper labeling, documentation such as a commercial invoice, and adherence to any specific import quotas or tariffs applicable to textiles.

Yes, DNA supports this. We manage documentation, declarations, and clearance protocols for electronics, apparel, machinery, and regulated goods such as food or medical devices.

We use SAMMIE to streamline billing, which matches shipment events with billing data so you receive clear, line-itemized invoices tied directly to shipment milestones and documents.

No, not without your approval. Your shipment data is used only to support your logistics operations and improve your experience with DNA; we do not sell or share client data for advertising or unrelated purposes.