More than 15 years of experience in international Textiles transport
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The ocean route from Port Everglades to Santos offers significant advantages for the transport of garments and textiles. This corridor allows for the efficient movement of large shipments, ensuring that apparel reaches its destination in optimal condition. Additionally, the maritime transport option minimizes environmental impact compared to land routes, aligning with sustainability goals in the fashion industry. With a well-established shipping network, this route supports timely replenishment of inventory for retailers and manufacturers alike.
Port Everglades boasts advanced logistics facilities, including state-of-the-art container terminals designed to handle diverse cargo types, including fabric and finished apparel. The port's strategic location provides seamless connectivity to major highways and rail networks, facilitating inland distribution. Similarly, Santos is equipped with robust infrastructure, featuring specialized terminals for textiles and clothing, which enhances efficiency in customs processing and cargo handling. This combination of infrastructure at both ports ensures a streamlined supply chain for the movement of clothing and textiles.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and file Electronic Export Information (EEI) through the Automated Export System when required.
Imports are subject to Brazilian tariff schedules, licensing rules, and non-tariff barriers administered through SISCOMEX.
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
Moderate - Standard Precautions
When shipping from Port Everglades to Santos, prepare for the Atlantic Hurricane Season (June-November) by building in buffer days and securing flexible port windows. During peak periods, plan around tight delivery schedules to mitigate weather-related delays. Additionally, prepare for increased congestion during the South America fruit export peak (January-May, September-December) and the soy harvest export peak (February-June), necessitating early bookings and additional dwell time. Lastly, coordinate with weather forecasts during the South Atlantic cyclone risk period (November-April) to adjust routes as needed.
When shipping clothing & apparel, humidity control is critical, even though the items are low-fragility and lightweight. Most logistics specialists recommend using Poly mailers wit...
Although garments are low-fragility, rough handling can cause creasing. Our logistics experts advise keeping Textile cartons on skids during handling to avoid contact with dirt. In...
For bulk garments moving internationally, our team suggests using standard dry vans with sound weatherproofing to protect against humidity and leaks. When shipping Fabric rolls, lo...
During warehousing, fashion products should be stored in well-ventilated, low-humidity areas away from strong odors. Most warehouse operators recommend using Racked shelving for ha...
Because garments are often brand-sensitive, tailored goods-in-transit coverage is critical. Insure shipments based on Commercial invoice value plus freight and keep style/size brea...
For moisture-sensitive fashion products, choose an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add Desiccant packs for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are securely sealed to keep out humidity and splashes.
Most clothing can move in dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For bulk textiles, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.
High-value designer clothing benefit from reduced touchpoints, barcoded labels, and use of roll containers to avoid Soiling. 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 material composition, plus manufacturing origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so review local regulations before exporting large volumes.
Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for designer items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover water damage and relies on accurate SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what Textiles were shipped and their declared value.
Required documentation includes a Bill of Lading, commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary certificates of origin or quality compliance as stipulated by Brazilian regulations.
Clothing and textiles should be properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture and humidity during transit. It is also advisable to use breathable materials for packaging to allow for air circulation and minimize the risk of mold or mildew.
Our customers get live map tracking with milestone updates and 24/7 access via SAMMIE, while other forwarders often provide only basic carrier links and manual updates that can be delayed or incomplete.
Shippers have shared that SAMMIE makes managing shipments simple, puts accurate real-time location, status, and ETAs at their fingertips, and significantly reduces the time and effort required to manage many shipments.
Our team provides international freight forwarding by ocean, air, and land, along with customs brokerage, warehouse support, and access to our AI-powered SAMMIE visibility platform.
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