Shipping Fabric from New York to Vancouver via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, select an inner Poly bag 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 general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are Kept dry. For bulk textiles, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from limited transfers, Clear labeling, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to sit on lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require Correct HS codes and clear fabric breakdown, 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 high-value 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 garments were shipped and their declared value.

Shipping Clothing & Textiles from New York to Vancouver requires specific documentation including a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and customs declaration forms. Importers must also provide a detailed description of the goods, including material composition and value, to comply with Canadian customs regulations.

Yes, Clothing & Textiles should be packed in moisture-resistant materials to prevent damage during transport. Additionally, it is important to ensure that garments are properly labeled and organized to facilitate customs inspections at both the departure and arrival ports.

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