Shipping Garments from Puerto Barrios to Portland via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, Use an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. Add Desiccant packs for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are Properly sealed with tape to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most Textiles can move in Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For Fabric rolls, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from Minimal handling, barcoded labels, and Palletization to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to sit on lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require Correct HS codes and clear Fiber content, plus Country of origin on documents for Textiles and apparel. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so Consult your broker before exporting large volumes.

Insuring Clothing & apparel is strongly recommended, especially for Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover water damage and relies on accurate Invoices to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what Textiles were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping Clothing & Textiles, it is important to ensure proper packaging to prevent damage from moisture and mold during transit. Additionally, items should be labeled clearly to facilitate customs processing and avoid delays.

Clothing & Textiles shipped from Guatemala to the U.S. must comply with U.S. Customs regulations, which include proper documentation such as a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and any necessary certificates of origin. Additionally, the shipment must meet the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission standards for textiles.

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