Shipping Clothing from Memphis to San Jose via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, select an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most fabric can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For Fabric rolls, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from limited transfers, barcoded labels, and use of cages to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to crush lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear fabric breakdown, plus Country of 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 high-value items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover water damage and relies on accurate packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

Shippers must ensure all shipments are accompanied by a commercial invoice, packing list, and a bill of lading. Additionally, specific customs documentation may be required to comply with Costa Rican import regulations, including a certificate of origin for textiles.

Yes, it is important to consider the seasonal demand for clothing and textiles in Costa Rica, particularly during local festivals and holidays, which may affect customs clearance and availability of port services. Additionally, weather patterns can impact ocean freight conditions, so planning shipments accordingly is advisable.

Yes, DNA serves time-sensitive transport of medical devices, diagnostics, and regulated healthcare products.

Our platform helps shippers stay ahead of issues with instant delay alerts, automatic exception flags, and “hot” shipment flagging so you can prioritize critical freight and address problems before they ripple into larger issues.

DNA offers in-house customs brokerage that handles classification, documentation, and clearance across U.S. and global ports with accuracy and speed, supported by SAMMIE’s delay flagging and ongoing updates from your dedicated Client Success Officer.