Shipping Fabric from Rio Grande to New York via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, Use an inner sealed liner 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 Textiles can move in Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For Fabric rolls, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from Minimal handling, sealed packaging, and use of cages to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to Over-stack lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require Correct HS codes and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing 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 Clothing & apparel is strongly recommended, especially for Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss and relies on accurate packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles, it is important to ensure that items are properly packed to prevent moisture damage and wrinkling during transit. Use breathable packaging materials and consider using pallets to facilitate air circulation. Additionally, securing items to avoid movement during shipping is crucial.

Shipments of clothing and textiles from Brazil to the U.S. must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, including proper labeling, declaration of materials, and adherence to any quotas or tariffs. Importers may also need to provide a commercial invoice and a packing list, along with any necessary certificates for specific textile products.

SAMMIE helps with customer service by allowing you to quickly and efficiently update your customers on their shipments and providing the visibility and data needed to meet the customer service your clients expect.

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