Shipping Clothing from Jeddah to Guayaquil via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. 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 general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For bulk textiles, most carriers recommend 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 use of roll containers to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear fabric breakdown, plus manufacturing origin on documents for garments. 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 SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles via ocean freight, it is important to ensure that items are properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater exposure. Additionally, textiles should be secured to avoid shifting during transit, and care should be taken to avoid folding that may cause creasing or damage to the fabric.

Required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin. Import permits and customs declarations must also be prepared in compliance with Ecuadorian regulations for textiles and apparel.

Yes, our team handles it. We manage documentation, declarations, and clearance protocols for electronics, apparel, machinery, and regulated goods such as food or medical devices.

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