Shipping Fashions from Savannah to Minneapolis via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, choose an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add moisture absorbers for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most fabric can move in dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are protected from moisture. For bulk textiles, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from reduced touchpoints, barcoded labels, and use of cages to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear material composition, plus Country of 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 fashion products is strongly recommended, especially for designer items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover water damage and relies on accurate packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping Clothing & Textiles, it is crucial to ensure that the products are properly packaged to prevent damage from humidity and moisture during transit. Additionally, maintaining a stable temperature is important to avoid any deterioration of fabric quality.

The required documentation includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance to meet U.S. regulatory requirements. Proper documentation ensures smooth customs clearance at both the departure and destination points.

No, DNA uses in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.

Our “One Test Run Challenge” 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, it’s possible. 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.