Shipping Fashions from Charleston to Houston via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For bulk textiles, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from limited transfers, sealed packaging, and use of cages to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to sit on lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear fabric breakdown, plus manufacturing origin on documents for clothing & textiles. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for high-value items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss and relies on accurate packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping Clothing & Textiles, it is essential to ensure that the products are properly packed to prevent damage from moisture and salt exposure during transit. Additionally, maintaining proper ventilation in containers can help prevent mildew, and using appropriate packing materials can protect against crushing and wrinkling.

Required documentation includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and any necessary customs declarations. Since both Charleston and Houston are within the United States, no additional import/export permits are needed, but compliance with any specific regulations related to textiles and labeling must be adhered to.

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