Shipping Apparel from La Guaira to Long Beach via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, Use 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 Properly sealed with tape to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in Standard dry containers 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 designer clothing benefit from Minimal handling, barcoded labels, and Palletization to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing 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 garments is strongly recommended, especially for Branded 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 and textiles, it is important to ensure that items are properly packed to prevent damage from moisture and humidity during transit. Additionally, textiles should be secured to prevent shifting within containers, and care must be taken to avoid exposure to extreme temperatures, which can affect fabric quality.

Required documentation for customs includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading. Additionally, shippers must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, which may require specific information regarding the origin, materials, and value of the textiles being imported.

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