Shipping Garments from Antwerp to Puerto Barrios via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, Use an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add Desiccant packs for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

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

High-value Fashion products benefit from Minimal handling, sealed packaging, and use of roll containers to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to crush lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require Correct HS codes and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring Clothing & apparel 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 Textiles were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles, it is crucial to ensure that the cargo is properly packed to prevent damage during transit. Using moisture-resistant packaging is recommended, as humidity can affect textiles during the ocean freight journey. Additionally, it is important to secure the load adequately within the shipping container to avoid shifting that could lead to damage.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance with Guatemalan regulations. It's essential to ensure that all documents are completed accurately to facilitate customs clearance in both Belgium and Guatemala.

Yes, we handle urgent, oversized, or specialized shipments, including temperature-sensitive cargo, high-value electronics, and complex FF&E rollouts across all modes.

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

Our billing is streamlined by SAMMIE, which matches shipment events with billing data so you receive clear, line-itemized invoices tied directly to shipment milestones and documents.