Shipping Clothing & Textiles from Durban to Long Beach via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, choose an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add Desiccant packs for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are securely sealed to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For bulk textiles, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from reduced touchpoints, sealed packaging, and use of roll containers to avoid Soiling. 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 material composition, plus manufacturing origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so review local regulations before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments 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 Textiles were shipped and their declared value.

Clothing and textiles should be properly packed to prevent damage from moisture and pests during the ocean freight journey. Use breathable materials for packaging and ensure that the cargo is secured to avoid shifting during transit.

Required documentation typically includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, and any certificates of origin or compliance with U.S. import regulations for textiles. It's essential to ensure all documents are accurate to avoid delays at customs.

We deliver a DNA Expert ETA, which is an arrival estimate that is more accurate and proactive than carrier estimates, powered by SAMMIE’s data and human verification.

For customers, it means that whether you are our smallest shipper or largest enterprise, you receive the same honesty, responsiveness, and care that define DNA Supply Chain Solutions.

A single shipment is enough because we believe that with one shipment we can prove our visibility, reliability, and partnership approach in a tangible way.