Shipping Apparel from Barcelona to New York via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, choose an inner plastic sleeve 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 Textiles can move in dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For bulk textiles, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from reduced touchpoints, barcoded labels, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to sit on lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require Correct HS codes and clear material composition, plus manufacturing 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 Clothing & apparel is strongly recommended, especially for designer items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover water damage and relies on accurate SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles, it is important to ensure that the products are properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture and humidity during transit. Using breathable materials for packaging can help mitigate the risk of mold and mildew. Additionally, care should be taken to secure the cargo to prevent shifting during transport.

The necessary documentation for shipping clothing and textiles includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading. Additionally, an export declaration may be required by Spanish customs, and the shipment must comply with U.S. customs regulations, which may involve providing a Certificate of Origin or other relevant certificates depending on the specific textiles being shipped.

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