Shipping Apparel from Nagoya to New York via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, Use an inner plastic sleeve 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 Textiles can move in Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For bulk textiles, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from Minimal handling, barcoded labels, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to sit on lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require Correct HS codes 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 Clothing & apparel is strongly recommended, especially for Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover water damage and relies on accurate SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

Shipping clothing and textiles from Nagoya to New York requires several key documents, including a commercial invoice, packing list, and a bill of lading. Additionally, an export declaration may be needed for customs clearance in Japan, while U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requires an entry manifest and any applicable certificates of origin or compliance for textiles.

Yes, there are regulatory requirements for shipping textiles from Japan to the United States, including compliance with the U.S. Textile Fiber Products Identification Act, which mandates proper labeling of fiber content, and adherence to U.S. Customs regulations. Importers must also ensure that textiles meet safety standards, such as those set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Our ocean freight service uses deep carrier relationships and the SAMMIE platform to move FCL and LCL containers smarter, with fewer surprises, clearer ETAs, and proactive risk flagging before issues develop.

We bring 30+ years of experience with global reach and local touch, using deep carrier relationships to move freight worldwide with precision and white-glove attention at every step.

No, we use in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.