Shipping Fabric from Itapoa to Long Beach via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add moisture absorbers for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are Properly sealed with tape to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For bulk textiles, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from limited transfers, barcoded labels, and use of roll containers to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear fabric breakdown, plus Country of origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so Consult your broker before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for high-value items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover water damage and relies on accurate SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

The required documentation includes a Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and any applicable Certificates of Origin or Compliance for textiles. Additionally, importers in the U.S. must comply with customs regulations, including the submission of necessary forms to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

Yes, Clothing & Textiles should be properly packaged to avoid damage from moisture and physical handling during transit. It is also important to ensure that the cargo is securely stowed to prevent shifting, and to use appropriate labeling to indicate the nature of the goods, which can help in customs clearance.

The system detects potential issues such as rerouted containers or port congestion early, giving our team time to step in quickly, resolve problems, and keep you proactively updated.

Yes, DNA safeguards your data. All shipment, billing, and documentation data is encrypted in transit and at rest, and SAMMIE uses secure protocols and authentication layers to control access.

Our system delivers real-time tracking where AI monitors every container and flags delays, reroutes, and transshipment issues before you even ask.