Shipping Clothing & Textiles from Dalian to Nashville via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, Use 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 Properly sealed with tape to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in Standard dry 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 Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from Minimal handling, barcoded labels, and use of roll containers to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so Consult your broker before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for Branded 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.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance with US regulations.

Yes, shipping during peak seasons, such as before major holidays, may require additional planning due to increased demand for ocean freight capacity and potential delays at ports.

DNA Supply Chain captures our belief that success in business, like in life, depends on a foundation built on strong bonds, shared values, and trust, which we bring to every client relationship.

Our system was developed after a high-stakes wake-up call in 2017, when a critical container for a client’s first shipment with Marriott was delayed by 10 days, prompting us to build a more accurate, visibility-focused solution.

For clients, it means our AI-enhanced platform SAMMIE is not just software but a total supply chain management system that delivers on the promise of real-time visibility, predictive alerts, and seamless coordination.