Shipping Fabric from Nanjing to Ningbo via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, select an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. Add moisture absorbers for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are securely sealed to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most Textiles can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For Fabric rolls, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from limited transfers, barcoded labels, and Palletization to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to Over-stack lightweight Clothing cartons.

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

When shipping clothing and textiles, it is important to ensure that the cargo is properly packed to avoid damage from moisture and salt air during ocean transport. Use waterproof packaging and protective materials to safeguard against potential water exposure. Additionally, garments should be folded or hung appropriately to prevent creasing.

The required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary customs declarations. For textiles, it may also be required to provide a certificate of origin or compliance with specific regulations to ensure that the products meet local standards.

We operate partnered facilities in key logistics hubs, including locations near important ports for strategic storage and fulfillment.

You can start by take the DNA “One Test Run Challenge” with a single shipment so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership-focused approach.

We offer ocean freight (FCL and LCL), air freight, ground transportation (domestic and cross-border trucking), customs brokerage, and warehousing & distribution, all supported by our SAMMIE visibility platform and dedicated Client Success Officers.