Shipping Fashions from Kobe to Charleston via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, select an inner Poly bag for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are Properly sealed with tape to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most Textiles can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are Kept dry. For Fabric rolls, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from limited transfers, Clear labeling, and Palletization to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to crush lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require Correct HS codes and clear fabric breakdown, plus Country of origin on documents for Textiles and apparel. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so Consult your broker before exporting large volumes.

Insuring Clothing & apparel is strongly recommended, especially for high-value 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 garments were shipped and their declared value.

The required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any specific certificates needed for textiles, such as compliance with U.S. regulations on labeling and safety standards.

Yes, seasonal considerations include peak shipping times, such as before major holidays or fashion seasons, which may affect availability and capacity at ports. Additionally, weather conditions like typhoons can impact shipping schedules and port operations in Japan.

Yes, we support omnichannel retail, including ecommerce, DTC brands, and big-box retailers with scalable shipping and inventory services.

SAMMIE is an AI-powered “Shipping Analytical Maritime Manager for Imports and Exports” that delivers AI-powered ETAs, “hot” shipment flagging, instant delay alerts, live map tracking, and centralized shipment documents to give you proactive, real-time shipment control.

We manage high-value or time-critical air freight through a strong air freight network focused on speed, security, and control, backed by predictive tracking and responsive logistics experts who support shippers frustrated with delays and silence from large expediters.