Shipping Clothing & Apparel from Bogota to Tacoma via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, choose an inner Poly bag for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add Desiccant packs for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are Properly sealed with tape to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are Kept dry. For bulk textiles, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from reduced touchpoints, Clear labeling, and use of cages to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to crush lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear material composition, 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 designer 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 Textiles were shipped and their declared value.

Shipping clothing and textiles from Bogota to Tacoma requires a commercial invoice, packing list, and a bill of lading. Additionally, importers must comply with U.S. customs regulations, which may include a Certificate of Origin and adherence to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule for apparel.

Yes, seasonal considerations include potential weather impacts during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June to November, as well as peak shipping seasons related to fashion trends, such as back-to-school and holiday seasons, which may lead to increased shipping volumes and potential delays.

Yes, our system relies on enterprise-grade security, including role-based access controls, secure cloud infrastructure, and encrypted data transmission so only authorized users can access shipment data.

Yes, our team can arrange custom handling such as white-glove delivery, inside delivery, liftgate, and assembly services, especially for retail, hospitality, or medical equipment rollouts.

Once onboarded, you are assigned a dedicated support team led by a Client Success Officer, so you work with real people who know your freight instead of call centers or scripts.