Shipping Fashion Products from Rio Grande to Tampa via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, 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 securely sealed to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most fabric 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 branded apparel 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 accurate tariff classification and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing origin on documents for clothing & textiles. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so review local regulations before exporting large volumes.

Insuring fashion products 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.

Shipments of clothing and textiles from Brazil to the United States require a commercial invoice, packing list, and a bill of lading. Additionally, an Importer Security Filing (ISF) must be submitted to U.S. Customs. Compliance with U.S. Customs regulations, including any applicable tariffs and duties, is also necessary.

Clothing and textiles should be properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture and contaminants during ocean transport. Use waterproof materials and ensure that the cargo is secured to prevent shifting. Additionally, marking packages with "Fragile" or "Keep Dry" can help in handling during transit.

DNA states this because a single shipment is enough for shippers to experience our AI-powered visibility, proactive issue management, and partner-level support, and to see how we differ from larger, less responsive forwarders.

Yes, we work well high-volume and enterprise shippers by offering scalable services, custom EDI/API integrations, and expert client support for complex operations.

Yes, DNA supports this integrate via robust EDI/API capabilities, mapping fields, automating status updates, pushing documentation, and syncing PO and invoice data with systems like SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, or custom WMS/ERP platforms.