Shipping Fabric from San Jose to Seattle via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add Desiccant packs for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For Fabric rolls, 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 limited transfers, sealed packaging, and use of cages 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 fabric breakdown, plus manufacturing origin on documents for clothing & textiles. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for high-value 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 Textiles were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles via ocean freight, it is important to ensure that the items are properly packed to avoid damage from moisture and saltwater exposure. Using waterproof packaging and ensuring ventilation can help mitigate mold and mildew risks during transit. Additionally, items should be labeled clearly to facilitate customs clearance.

Exporting clothing and textiles from Costa Rica to the United States requires adherence to both countries' regulations. Exporters must provide accurate documentation, including a commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary certificates of origin. Compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, including labeling requirements for textiles, is also essential.

DNA’s “One Test Run” offer is an invitation to move a single shipment with DNA so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership, showing how our SAMMIE platform and proactive team perform in a real-world test.

Yes, absolutely. You don’t have to move your whole operation; you can give us one shipment in any mode or lane as a “test run,” and we’ll handle it end-to-end with precision, transparency, and care.

Our SAMMIE system offers a live look at shipments from port to final delivery with 18 milestone updates, satellite container tracking, and instant alerts, so your team always knows what’s moving, what’s delayed, and what’s next.