Shipping Garments from Oakland to Rotterdam via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, Use an inner Poly bag for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are Kept dry. For bulk textiles, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from Minimal handling, Clear labeling, and use of cages to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear Fiber content, plus Country of origin on documents for clothing & textiles. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover Theft and relies on accurate packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

Shipments of Clothing & Textiles require a commercial invoice, packing list, and a bill of lading. Additionally, a certificate of origin may be necessary for tariff classification and compliance with regulations in the Netherlands.

Yes, shipping Clothing & Textiles may be influenced by seasonal demand fluctuations, particularly during peak retail seasons such as spring and fall. This can affect port congestion and availability of shipping containers.

Yes, our credentials are viewable. You can see our certifications and compliance credentials, including FMC license, DOT number, and C-TPAT partnership, in the Certifications section of our FAQs.

When discrepancies arise, we address them promptly, and SAMMIE also flags duplicates or anomalies before invoices are sent, with your dedicated Client Success Officer available for clarification.

Our DNA Expert Date provides the most accurate dynamic forecasts in the industry, using historical data, live vessel telemetry, weather, and port congestion overlays to go beyond basic status updates.