Shipping Apparel from Semarang to Long Beach via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, select an inner Poly bag for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add silica gel 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 Kept dry. 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 designer clothing benefit from limited transfers, Clear labeling, and use of cages to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight fashion cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear fabric breakdown, plus Country of 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 Theft and relies on accurate packing lists to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what garments were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping clothing and textiles via ocean freight, it is essential to ensure that products are properly packaged to prevent moisture damage and contamination. Use breathable materials for packaging to allow air circulation and avoid mold growth during transit. Additionally, it is advisable to use pallets or containers that are suitable for ocean transport to protect the items from saltwater exposure.

The required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin. Additionally, importers in the United States may need to provide a Customs Bond and comply with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, including proper tariff classification and valuation of the clothing and textiles being imported.

Shippers can submit details via our Request a Quote form or talk to our team through the Contact Us page on our website.

Our operations are fully compliant with CBP, TSA, IATA, and NMFTA standards to ensure secure, lawful, and efficient cross-border operations.

Yes, one example is CE North America, where we built a custom EDI feed that pushes real-time shipment updates, documentation, and exception alerts directly into their ERP, eliminating dozens of manual tasks and improving cross-department visibility.