Shipping Apparel from Houston to Charleston via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, choose an inner Poly bag 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 fabric can move in dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are Kept dry. 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 branded apparel benefit from reduced touchpoints, Clear labeling, 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 accurate tariff classification and clear material composition, plus Country of 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 fashion products is strongly recommended, especially for designer items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover Theft 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 securely to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater during transit. Use waterproof materials for outer packaging and ensure that garments are folded neatly to avoid creasing. Additionally, consider using climate-controlled containers if shipping sensitive materials to maintain quality.

Required documentation typically includes a Bill of Lading, commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary customs declarations. Since both ports are within the United States, compliance with U.S. Customs regulations is essential, though no export or import duties apply for domestic shipping.

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