Shipping Fabric from Norfolk to Charleston via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner Poly bag for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add moisture absorbers for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are Properly sealed with tape to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are Kept dry. For bulk textiles, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from limited transfers, Clear labeling, and use of roll containers to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear fabric breakdown, plus Country of origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so Consult your broker before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments 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 fabric were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles, it is important to ensure that the products are properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater exposure during transit. Additionally, maintaining appropriate ventilation is crucial to avoid mildew and odor. Using waterproof containers or liners can help protect the goods from the marine environment.

Since both Norfolk and Charleston are within the United States, there are no international customs requirements. However, shippers must ensure compliance with U.S. regulations regarding labeling and safety standards for textiles, including the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act, which mandates proper labeling of fiber content and care instructions.

A single shipment is enough because we believe that with one shipment we can prove our visibility, reliability, and partnership approach in a tangible way.

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Our team manages global ocean freight with worldwide routing, top-tier carriers, full container loads (FCL), less-than-container loads (LCL), and port-to-door service including customs and final-mile delivery.