Shipping Fashions from Melbourne to Seattle via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, Use 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 clothing can move in Standard dry 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 designer clothing benefit from Minimal handling, Clear labeling, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to Over-stack lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear Fiber content, plus Country of origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for Branded 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.

When shipping clothing and textiles via ocean freight, it is important to ensure that the items are packed in moisture-resistant packaging to prevent damage from humidity and water exposure during transit. Additionally, proper ventilation in containers is crucial to avoid mold and mildew, especially for fabric materials.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice detailing the value and description of the clothing and textiles, a packing list, and a bill of lading. Additionally, compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations is necessary, which may include a declaration form and potentially an import permit depending on the nature of the textiles.

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