Shipping Clothing from Balboa to Mundra via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For Fabric rolls, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from limited transfers, barcoded labels, and Palletization to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to Over-stack lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear fabric breakdown, plus manufacturing origin on documents for Textiles and apparel. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for high-value items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover water damage and relies on accurate Invoices to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles, it is essential to ensure that the items are properly packed to avoid damage during transit. Use moisture-resistant packaging to protect against humidity and sea salt exposure during ocean freight. Additionally, garments should be folded neatly or hung to prevent wrinkling.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any certificates of origin or compliance specific to textiles. It is also necessary to ensure that all items comply with India's textile regulations and labeling requirements for customs clearance.

Yes, our team handles it. We manage documentation, declarations, and clearance protocols for electronics, apparel, machinery, and regulated goods such as food or medical devices.

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No, we do not share it without permission. 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.