Shipping Clothing & Textiles from Manzanillo to Veracruz via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, select 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 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 Fabric rolls, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from limited transfers, Clear labeling, and Palletization to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, 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 Textiles and apparel. 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 Invoices to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping Clothing & Textiles, it is important to ensure that the cargo is properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater exposure during ocean transport. Additionally, maintaining appropriate temperature and humidity levels in the shipping containers is crucial to prevent mildew and deterioration of fabric quality.

The required documentation for shipping Clothing & Textiles includes a Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and any necessary import/export permits. It is also important to comply with Mexico’s regulatory requirements regarding textile labeling and product safety standards.

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