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India
Costa Rica
The ocean route from Nhava Sheva to San Jose offers significant advantages for transporting clothing and textiles, ensuring a cost-effective and efficient means of moving apparel across long distances. This route allows for the shipment of large volumes of fabric and garments, accommodating the demands of the global fashion industry. Additionally, ocean freight provides enhanced security for valuable textile shipments, minimizing the risk of damage during transit.
Nhava Sheva is equipped with modern port facilities that facilitate the smooth loading and unloading of containers filled with garments and textiles. Its strategic location and connectivity to major transportation networks streamline the logistics process, making it an ideal starting point for international shipments. In San Jose, robust infrastructure supports the efficient distribution of clothing and textiles, with access to warehouses and retail outlets that cater to the local market's needs.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with Indian Customs EDI procedures and file shipping bills through the ICEGATE system
All imports require customs clearance with accurate commercial invoices, packing lists, and tariff classification.
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
Moderate - Standard Precautions
When shipping from Nhava Sheva to San Jose, consider the southwest monsoon season (June-September), which may cause delays. Build in flexible scheduling to account for potential disruptions. During the northeast monsoon (November-March), prepare for rough seas and slower vessel speeds, necessitating careful planning. Additionally, book early during peak export periods (October-December) to mitigate rollover risks.
When shipping apparel, humidity control is vital, even though the items are low-fragility and lightweight. Our team suggests using Poly mailers with inner protection for garments, ...
Although apparel are low-fragility, rough handling can cause contamination. Most operators advise keeping Textile cartons on pallets during handling to avoid contact with dirt. In ...
For bulk fabric rolls moving internationally, our team suggests using general-purpose containers with intact gaskets to protect against humidity and leaks. When shipping Fabric rol...
During warehousing, apparel should be stored in well-ventilated, low-humidity areas away from chemicals. Our team recommends using Racked shelving for hanging fashion items and she...
Because fashion products are often brand-sensitive, adequate marine insurance is strongly recommended. Insure shipments based on Commercial invoice value plus freight and keep SKU-...
For moisture-sensitive garments, choose an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add Desiccant packs for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.
Most fabric can move in dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For Fabric rolls, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.
High-value branded apparel benefit from reduced touchpoints, sealed packaging, and use of cages to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.
Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear material composition, plus manufacturing 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 designer items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss and relies on accurate packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what Textiles were shipped and their declared value.
Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, and any applicable import permits specific to textiles in Costa Rica.
Yes, shipping during the rainy season in Costa Rica, typically from May to November, may require additional considerations for moisture protection and handling to ensure the integrity of the textiles.
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DNA is fully compliant with CBP, TSA, IATA, and NMFTA standards to ensure secure, lawful, and efficient cross-border operations.
Yes, we do, including CE North America, where we built a custom EDI feed that pushes real-time shipment updates, documentation, and exception alerts directly into their ERP, eliminating dozens of manual tasks and improving cross-department visibility.
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