Shipping Textiles from Shunde to Rotterdam via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, select an inner Poly bag for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most fabric can move in general-purpose containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are Kept dry. For bulk textiles, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from limited transfers, Clear labeling, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to Over-stack lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear fabric breakdown, plus Country of origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain Textile categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring fashion products is strongly recommended, especially for high-value items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover Theft and relies on accurate SKU manifests 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's essential to ensure that the cargo is properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture, mold, or mildew during transit. Additionally, the use of breathable materials for packaging is recommended to maintain quality.

The 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. Proper classification of the goods under the Harmonized System (HS) code is also essential for customs clearance.

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