Shipping Clothing & Textiles from Santos to Rotterdam via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. 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 Palletization to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to crush lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear fabric breakdown, plus manufacturing origin on documents for Textiles and apparel. 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 Invoices 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 goods are properly packaged to prevent moisture damage and to avoid crushing. Additionally, containers should be ventilated to prevent mildew, and the cargo should be secured to avoid shifting during transit.

Required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance with EU regulations for textiles. It's essential to ensure that all paperwork is accurate and complete to facilitate smooth customs clearance in Rotterdam.

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