Shipping Apparel from Manila to Dallas-Fort Worth via Ocean Freight

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

Most Textiles can move in Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are Kept dry. For Fabric rolls, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from Minimal handling, Clear labeling, and Palletization to avoid creasing. 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 Fiber content, plus Country of origin on documents for Textiles and apparel. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so Consult your broker before exporting large volumes.

Insuring Clothing & apparel is strongly recommended, especially for Branded 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 fabric were shipped and their declared value.

Clothing and textiles should be properly packed to prevent damage from moisture and humidity during ocean freight. It is important to use breathable materials for packaging and ensure that the cargo is secured to avoid shifting during transit.

Shipments of clothing and textiles must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, including proper labeling and documentation such as a commercial invoice and a packing list. Additionally, textiles may be subject to specific tariffs and quotas that must be adhered to upon entry into the U.S.

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We are fully compliant with CBP, TSA, IATA, and NMFTA standards to ensure secure, lawful, and efficient cross-border operations.

Yes, for CE North America, where we built a custom EDI feed that pushes real-time shipment updates, documentation, and exception alerts directly into their ERP, eliminating dozens of manual tasks and improving cross-department visibility.