Shipping Fabric from Singapore to Tacoma via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, Use an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in Sturdy cartons. Add moisture absorbers for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are fully closed and taped to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most clothing can move in Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For Fabric rolls, most carriers recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from Minimal handling, sealed packaging, and Palletization to avoid creasing. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to sit on lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require proper customs coding and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing origin on documents for Textiles and apparel. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so check with your customs agent before exporting large volumes.

Insuring garments is strongly recommended, especially for Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss and relies on accurate Invoices to validate claims, so always keep detailed records of what fabric were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping Clothing & Textiles via ocean freight, it is essential to ensure that the products are properly packaged to prevent moisture damage and mildew during transit. Additionally, using breathable materials for packaging can help maintain the quality of fabrics. It is also important to label the shipments clearly and provide details about the contents for customs clearance.

Shipments of Clothing & Textiles to the United States must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, which include proper documentation such as a commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary import permits. Additionally, textiles may be subject to the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act, requiring labels that disclose fiber content, country of origin, and care instructions.

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Clients have expressed that they want to use SAMMIE for every ocean freight shipment they move because having all shipment data in one dashboard is invaluable and time-saving.

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