Shipping Clothing & Textiles from Seattle to Chicago via Ground Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, choose an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping 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 shielded from water. For bulk textiles, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from reduced touchpoints, sealed packaging, and use of roll containers to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to Over-stack lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear material composition, plus manufacturing origin on documents for garments. 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 total loss and relies on accurate SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping Clothing & Textiles, it's important to ensure that items are packed to prevent wrinkling and damage. Use appropriate packaging materials that provide protection against moisture and dirt, as well as ensure proper ventilation to avoid mold or mildew during transit. Additionally, consider the weight and bulk of the shipments, as these can affect loading and unloading processes.

Yes, seasonal considerations include the potential for weather-related disruptions, such as snow or heavy rain, which can impact road conditions. Additionally, fluctuations in demand for certain clothing items based on seasonal trends may affect shipping volumes and inventory management along the route.

DNA uses SAMMIE’s AI-driven rate and route optimization to recommend optimal carriers and lanes based on current conditions and prices.

Yes, DNA includes consolidation and customs pre-clearance to help move your air cargo quickly and compliantly.

DNA provides in-house customs brokerage including import/export clearance, tariff classification and valuation, ISF, AMS, and ACE filings, plus FDA, USDA, and multi-agency support.