Shipping Textiles from Colon to Prince Rupert via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, Use an inner plastic sleeve 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 Textiles can move in Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For Fabric rolls, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from Minimal handling, barcoded labels, and use of cages to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to Over-stack lightweight Clothing cartons.

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

When shipping clothing and textiles via ocean freight, it is important to ensure that the cargo is properly packed to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater exposure. Additionally, the use of breathable materials for packaging is recommended to prevent mold and mildew during transit.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary customs declarations. Importers must also comply with Canada’s customs regulations, which may include specific labeling and tariff classifications for textiles and clothing.

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Customers have reported real-time updates on delays, a reduction in tracking time from 25–30 hours per week to 2–3 hours per week, more efficient management of many shipments, and the ability to quickly and efficiently update their own customers on project-based ocean freight shipments.

Teams can expect 50% less time spent tracking shipments, immediate visibility, fewer shipment errors and missed handoffs, better alignment between purchasing, logistics, and finance, and lower overhead with fewer manual check-ins.