Shipping Fashion Products from Cai Mep to Genoa via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, select an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add moisture absorbers for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most fabric can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For bulk textiles, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from limited transfers, barcoded labels, and use of roll containers to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear fabric breakdown, plus Country of origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring fashion products is strongly recommended, especially for high-value 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 fabric were shipped and their declared value.

Clothing and textiles should be properly packed to avoid damage from moisture and crushing during the ocean freight journey. It is important to use breathable materials for packing to prevent mildew and ensure that the garments are not overly compressed.

Shipments must comply with both Vietnamese export regulations and Italian import regulations, including proper documentation such as commercial invoices and packing lists. Additionally, textiles may be subject to specific labeling requirements and tariffs under EU regulations.

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

As a DNA customer, 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.

DNA accepts ACH, wire transfer, and credit card payments, with payment terms set during onboarding and adjustable for specific enterprise requirements.