Shipping Textiles from Paranagua to Oakland via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, Use 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 securely sealed 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 Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from Minimal handling, Clear labeling, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to Over-stack lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear Fiber content, plus Country of origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so review local regulations 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 SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary import/export permits. Additionally, a Certificate of Origin may be required for certain textiles to comply with U.S. regulations.

Yes, seasonal demand fluctuations can affect shipping volumes and customs processing times. It's advisable to consider peak seasons, such as back-to-school and holiday periods, as these may influence logistics and potential delays at ports.

Our DNA Expert Date capability applies AI models with lane history, port trends, and weather data to deliver dynamic, accurate delivery timeframes.

Our ocean freight services include both full container loads (FCL) and less-than-container loads (LCL) shipments.

Our team manages ground transportation including full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and drayage services, with U.S. and Mexico cross-border coverage, scalable capacity, GPS tracking, and digital documentation.