Shipping Fabric from Manzanillo to Balboa via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner Poly bag for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add moisture absorbers for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are securely sealed to keep out humidity and splashes.

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

High-value designer clothing benefit from limited transfers, Clear labeling, and use of cages to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to crush lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear fabric breakdown, plus Country of origin on documents for clothing & textiles. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so review local regulations before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for high-value items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover Theft and relies on accurate packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

The documentation typically includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, and any required certificates of origin or quality standards specific to textiles, as well as compliance with Panama's import regulations.

Yes, it is essential to ensure that Clothing & Textiles are properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater exposure during transit. Additionally, items should be labeled correctly for customs clearance and to avoid any issues at the port of Balboa.

Clients are able to export shipment-level data, invoices, event histories, and landed costs in Excel or PDF format, structured for finance audits, operations tracking, customer service updates, and performance analysis.

Yes, our team is equipped for urgent, oversized, or specialized shipments, including temperature-sensitive cargo, high-value electronics, and complex FF&E rollouts across all modes.

Yes, our team handles it. We manage documentation, declarations, and clearance protocols for electronics, apparel, machinery, and regulated goods such as food or medical devices.