Shipping Garments from Bangkok to Detroit via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. Add moisture absorbers 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 shielded from water. For Fabric rolls, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from limited transfers, sealed packaging, and Palletization to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to crush 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 total loss and relies on accurate Invoices to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

The documentation required includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any applicable certificates of origin or compliance with U.S. regulations for textiles.

Yes, imported clothing and textiles must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, including labeling requirements and adherence to the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act.

Clients have expressed that they want to use SAMMIE for every ocean freight shipment they move because having all shipment data in one dashboard is invaluable and time-saving.

Our One Test Run offer is an invitation to give DNA Supply Chain Solutions one test shipment so we can prove what visibility, reliability, and real partnership feel like with just a single shipment.

Our company name comes from a conversation between our founder and his daughter, Ameerah, who suggested merging their names—David ‘N’ Ameerah—to create DNA, reflecting strong bonds, shared values, and trust.