Shipping Textiles from Jakarta to Shanghai via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, choose an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. Add Desiccant packs for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most fabric can move in dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For Fabric rolls, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from reduced touchpoints, barcoded labels, and Palletization to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to Over-stack 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 Textile categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring fashion products 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 Textiles were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping Clothing & Textiles, it is essential to ensure that the products are properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater exposure during transit. Additionally, items should be loaded in a manner that allows for air circulation to avoid mildew, and care should be taken to secure the cargo to prevent shifting.

The required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary export permits. Additionally, compliance with both Indonesian and Chinese customs regulations is crucial, which may involve providing certificates of origin or compliance with specific textile regulations.

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