Shipping Apparel from Jebel Ali to Charlotte via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are securely sealed to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For Fabric rolls, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from limited transfers, sealed packaging, and Palletization to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to crush lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear fabric breakdown, 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 high-value items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss and relies on accurate Invoices to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles, it is important to ensure proper packaging to prevent damage during transit. Items should be packed in moisture-resistant materials and secured to avoid shifting. Additionally, maintaining appropriate temperature and humidity levels is crucial to protect the integrity of fabrics during the long ocean journey.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any certificates of origin or conformity that may be necessary. It is essential to comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, which may include additional documentation for textiles, such as labeling requirements and import permits.

Our team’s ocean freight offering uses deep carrier relationships and the SAMMIE platform to move FCL and LCL containers smarter, with fewer surprises, clearer ETAs, and proactive risk flagging before issues develop.

Our team brings 30+ years of experience with global reach and local touch, using deep carrier relationships to move freight worldwide with precision and white-glove attention at every step.

We rely on in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.