Shipping Apparel from Los Angeles to Shenzhen via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, select an inner Poly bag for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped 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 bulk textiles, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from limited transfers, Clear labeling, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require Correct HS codes and clear fabric breakdown, plus Country of origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so check with your customs agent 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 SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

Required documentation typically includes a Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and any necessary export licenses. Additionally, a Customs Declaration must be prepared for Chinese customs, detailing the nature, value, and quantity of the clothing and textiles being shipped.

Yes, clothing and textiles should be packed in a manner that prevents moisture damage and allows for ventilation. It is also important to use appropriate packaging materials to avoid crushing or wrinkling of the garments during transit. Proper labeling is essential to ensure compliance with customs regulations in both the United States and China.

Our ocean freight service 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.

We bring 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.

No, we use in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.