Shipping Fabric from Dalian to Manzanillo via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, choose an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping 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 dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For bulk textiles, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from reduced touchpoints, sealed packaging, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear material composition, plus manufacturing origin on documents for garments. 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 designer items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss and relies on accurate SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles via ocean freight from Dalian to Manzanillo, it is essential to ensure that the products are properly packed to avoid damage from moisture and saltwater exposure. Using waterproof packaging and ensuring adequate ventilation can help prevent mold and mildew. Additionally, textiles should be securely loaded to prevent shifting during transit.

The required documentation for customs includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any certificates of origin if applicable. Importers in Mexico must also comply with NOM regulations for textiles, which may require additional documentation to ensure products meet safety and labeling standards.

Users can download shipment-level data, invoices, event histories, and landed costs in Excel or PDF format, structured for finance audits, operations tracking, customer service updates, and performance analysis.

Yes, DNA manages urgent, oversized, or specialized shipments, including temperature-sensitive cargo, high-value electronics, and complex FF&E rollouts across all modes.

Yes, DNA supports this. We manage documentation, declarations, and clearance protocols for electronics, apparel, machinery, and regulated goods such as food or medical devices.