Shipping Clothing & Textiles from Memphis to Honolulu via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. Add silica gel 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 shielded from water. For Fabric rolls, our team suggests 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, sealed packaging, and Palletization to avoid snagging. 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 manufacturing origin on documents for Textiles and apparel. 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 total loss and relies on accurate Invoices to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles, it is important to ensure that the items are properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture and salt exposure during transit. Use breathable materials for packaging to allow for air circulation and avoid mildew. Additionally, ensure that garments are folded properly to minimize creasing and that any delicate fabrics are cushioned adequately.

Since both Memphis and Honolulu are within the United States, there are no international customs requirements. However, shippers must comply with U.S. regulations regarding labeling, including fiber content, care instructions, and country of origin. It is also essential to ensure that the textiles meet any applicable safety standards set by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

DNA Supply Chain captures our belief that success in business, like in life, depends on a foundation built on strong bonds, shared values, and trust, which we bring to every client relationship.

Our system was developed after a high-stakes wake-up call in 2017, when a critical container for a client’s first shipment with Marriott was delayed by 10 days, prompting us to build a more accurate, visibility-focused solution.

For clients, it means our AI-enhanced platform SAMMIE is not just software but a total supply chain management system that delivers on the promise of real-time visibility, predictive alerts, and seamless coordination.