Shipping Textiles from Shunde to San Juan via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, select an inner plastic sleeve for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add Desiccant packs 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 protected from moisture. For bulk textiles, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from limited transfers, barcoded labels, and use of roll containers to avoid Soiling. 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 fabric breakdown, plus manufacturing 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 water damage and relies on accurate SKU manifests to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what Textiles were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping Clothing & Textiles via ocean freight, it is essential to ensure proper packing to prevent damage from moisture and physical impact. Use waterproof materials for packaging and consider using pallets to facilitate loading and unloading at ports. Additionally, the cargo should be secured to avoid shifting during transit.

The required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin. Importers must also comply with Puerto Rico's customs regulations, which may involve providing additional documentation for textiles to ensure compliance with safety and labeling standards specific to the apparel industry.

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