Shipping Textiles from Durban to Lazaro Cardenas via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, Use an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. 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 Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For Fabric rolls, 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 Minimal handling, sealed packaging, and Palletization 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 Fiber content, plus manufacturing origin on documents for Textiles and apparel. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss and relies on accurate Invoices 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, it is important to ensure that the products are properly packaged to prevent moisture damage and contamination. Using breathable materials for packaging is recommended to allow for ventilation, helping to reduce the risk of mold and mildew during transit.

Regulatory requirements may include compliance with the Mexican customs regulations, which necessitate proper documentation such as a commercial invoice, packing list, and any certificates of origin or authenticity. Additionally, it is essential to check for any specific labeling requirements for textiles as mandated by Mexican law.

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