Shipping Clothing from Miami to Los Angeles 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 Desiccant packs for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are Properly sealed with tape 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, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, 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 Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight fashion 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 Consult your broker 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 Textiles 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. Additionally, using breathable materials for packaging can help prevent mold and mildew growth. Proper labeling and categorization of the goods are also essential to facilitate smooth customs clearance and handling.

The required documentation for shipping clothing and textiles includes a Bill of Lading, commercial invoice, and packing list. Since both Miami and Los Angeles are within the United States, no specific customs clearance is needed, but compliance with U.S. regulations regarding textile labeling and safety standards must be observed.

Our One Test Run offer is an invitation to give DNA Supply Chain Solutions one test shipment so we can prove what visibility, reliability, and real partnership feel like with just a single shipment.

Our company name comes from a conversation between our founder and his daughter, Ameerah, who suggested merging their names—David ‘N’ Ameerah—to create DNA, reflecting strong bonds, shared values, and trust.

We use SAMMIE, which is Shipping Analytical Maritime Management for Import and Exports, a full exception-management system and total supply chain management platform powered by live carrier data, independent port tracking, a proprietary AI rules engine, and human verification.