Shipping Apparel from Surabaya to Rio Grande via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, Use an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in double-wall boxes. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are securely sealed to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most fabric can move in Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For bulk textiles, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from Minimal handling, sealed packaging, 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 accurate tariff classification and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing origin on documents for clothing & textiles. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so review local regulations before exporting large volumes.

Insuring fashion products is strongly recommended, especially for Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss 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 from Surabaya to Rio Grande, it is important to ensure that the goods are properly packed to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater. Additionally, garments should be packed in breathable materials to avoid mildew. Care should be taken to label packages clearly and provide necessary information regarding the fabric types to facilitate customs clearance.

Shipping clothing and textiles from Surabaya to Rio Grande requires several key documents for customs, including a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any certificates of origin or compliance with Brazilian regulations on textiles. It is essential to ensure that all documentation is accurate and complete to avoid delays in customs clearance.

All customers get access to SAMMIE, where you can track each shipment in real time with predictive ETAs, milestone updates, and instant alerts in a single dashboard.

DNA works with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), the FDA, USDA, DOT, and other regulatory bodies, and we maintain active certifications including C-TPAT and FMC.

Yes, we do provide coverage for urgent cases, which are escalated and managed with after-hours monitoring when needed, especially for high-volume or time-critical shipments.