Shipping Fashion Products from Genoa to Columbus via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, select 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 Properly sealed with tape to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most Textiles can move in general-purpose containers 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 Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from limited transfers, sealed packaging, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to Over-stack lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require Correct HS codes and clear fabric breakdown, plus manufacturing origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so Consult your broker before exporting large volumes.

Insuring Clothing & apparel is strongly recommended, especially for high-value 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.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance, particularly for textiles which may need to meet specific regulatory standards.

Yes, seasonal considerations may affect shipping schedules and port operations, particularly during peak retail seasons such as spring and fall, when demand for apparel increases. Additionally, weather conditions can impact ocean freight routes.

Yes, we provide custom handling such as white-glove delivery, inside delivery, liftgate, and assembly services, especially for retail, hospitality, or medical equipment rollouts.

As a client, you’re assigned a dedicated support team led by a Client Success Officer, so you work with real people who know your freight instead of call centers or scripts.

We accept ACH, wire transfer, and credit card payments, with payment terms set during onboarding and adjustable for specific enterprise requirements.