Shipping Apparel from Barcelona to Lazaro Cardenas via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, Use an inner Poly bag for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are Properly sealed with tape to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are Kept dry. For bulk textiles, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from Minimal handling, Clear labeling, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear Fiber content, plus Country of origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so Consult your broker before exporting large volumes.

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

Required documentation includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, and any relevant certificates of origin or quality standards specific to textiles. Additionally, customs declarations must be completed for both Spain and Mexico.

Yes, clothing and textiles should be properly packed to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater exposure during transit. Using waterproof packaging and ensuring that garments are secured can help minimize risks. It's also important to consider temperature control if shipping sensitive fabrics.

Our team manages coordinated delivery of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) for hotels, resorts, and new builds.

Our team delivers live map tracking with milestone updates, 24/7 access via SAMMIE, centralized shipment documents, and real-time exception alerts so you always know where your freight is and what’s happening with it.

Our approach reduces customs delays and risk through in-house brokerage, a digital-first customs process with automation, SAMMIE’s ability to flag potential delays before they happen, and continuous communication from your Client Success Officer.