Shipping Garments from Honolulu to Colombo via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, choose an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. Add moisture absorbers 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 protected from moisture. For Fabric rolls, most carriers 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, barcoded labels, and Palletization to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to crush lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear material composition, plus manufacturing origin on documents for Textiles and apparel. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric 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 water damage and relies on accurate Invoices to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

Clothing and textiles should be packaged to prevent moisture exposure, as ocean freight can lead to humidity-related issues. Additionally, items should be secured to avoid shifting during transit, and proper labeling is essential to facilitate customs clearance.

Essential documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and a bill of lading. Additionally, an import permit may be required by Sri Lankan authorities for textile items, and compliance with both U.S. export regulations and Sri Lankan import regulations is crucial.

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