Shipping Fashions from Manzanillo to Norfolk via Ocean Freight

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

Most fabric can move in dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For Fabric rolls, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from reduced touchpoints, sealed packaging, and use of cages to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear material composition, plus manufacturing origin on documents for clothing & textiles. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

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

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any relevant certificates of origin or compliance with U.S. regulations for textiles.

Yes, Clothing & Textiles should be packed to prevent moisture damage and ensure ventilation. Additionally, they may need to be labeled according to U.S. customs regulations for textiles to facilitate inspection and clearance.

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