Shipping Textiles from Long Beach to Columbus via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, Use an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add Desiccant packs for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are securely sealed to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most fabric 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 edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from Minimal handling, barcoded labels, and use of cages to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to Over-stack lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing origin on documents for clothing & textiles. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so review local regulations before exporting large volumes.

Insuring fashion products is strongly recommended, especially for Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover water damage and relies on accurate packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what Textiles were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles via ocean freight, it is essential to ensure that the products are packed in moisture-resistant materials to prevent damage from humidity during transit. Additionally, proper labeling and securing of the cargo are crucial to avoid shifting, which can lead to damage.

The required documentation for shipping clothing and textiles includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and packing list. Since both Long Beach and Columbus are in the United States, no specific customs duties apply, but compliance with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations is necessary.

The DNA Expert Date feature relies on AI models with lane history, port trends, and weather data to deliver dynamic, accurate delivery timeframes.

Yes, DNA manages both full container loads (FCL) and less-than-container loads (LCL) shipments.

DNA offers ground transportation including full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and drayage services, with U.S. and Mexico cross-border coverage, scalable capacity, GPS tracking, and digital documentation.