Shipping Fabric from Da Nang to Puerto Limon via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, 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 fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most fabric 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 edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from Minimal handling, Clear labeling, and use of cages to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to Over-stack lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification 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 check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring fashion products 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.

Required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance with Costa Rican regulations for textiles.

Yes, shipping may be affected by seasonal weather patterns such as monsoon seasons in Vietnam or hurricane seasons in the Caribbean, which can impact ocean freight routes and port operations.

Absolutely, we do full port-to-door service, managing booking, loading, customs clearance, and final-mile delivery with one point of contact and one visibility platform.

Yes, you can. You can see our certifications and compliance credentials, including FMC license, DOT number, and C-TPAT partnership, in the Certifications section of our FAQs.

If you spot an issue, we act fast, and SAMMIE also flags duplicates or anomalies before invoices are sent, with your dedicated Client Success Officer available for clarification.