Shipping Fashions from Bogota to New York via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, Use an inner Poly bag for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall 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 Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from Minimal handling, Clear labeling, and use of cages to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to crush lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear Fiber content, plus Country of origin on documents for clothing & textiles. 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 packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

Key documentation requirements include a bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary export permits from Colombia. Import documentation for the U.S. may include a customs declaration and compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations.

Yes, clothing and textiles should be properly packed to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater exposure during transit. Additionally, they should be labeled correctly to ensure smooth customs processing upon arrival in New York.

Our system was developed after a high-stakes wake-up call in 2017, when a critical container for a client’s first shipment with Marriott was delayed by 10 days, prompting us to build a more accurate, visibility-focused solution.

For clients, it means our AI-enhanced platform SAMMIE is not just software but a total supply chain management system that delivers on the promise of real-time visibility, predictive alerts, and seamless coordination.

Our founder is highlighting that we deliver not only exceptional logistics performance but also real, human relationships and authentic connection with our clients.