Shipping Clothing from Ho Chi Minh City to Vitoria via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, Use an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add moisture absorbers for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

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

High-value branded apparel benefit from Minimal handling, sealed packaging, and use of cages to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to crush lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing origin on documents for clothing & textiles. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring fashion products is strongly recommended, especially for Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss and relies on accurate packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

Exporters must provide a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and certificates of origin. Additionally, compliance with Brazilian customs regulations is essential, including the need for a specific import license for textiles.

Yes, shipping during the rainy season in Vietnam, which typically runs from May to October, may impact port operations and handling. Additionally, the peak shopping seasons in Brazil, such as the end-of-year holidays, can lead to increased demand and potential congestion at the port of Vitoria.

Yes, DNA provides U.S. and Mexico cross-border coverage.

DNA manages ISF, AMS, and ACE filings for your shipments.

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