Shipping Apparel from Sydney to Nhava Sheva via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive fashion products, choose 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 dry vans or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are Kept dry. For Fabric rolls, our team suggests palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value designer clothing benefit from reduced touchpoints, Clear labeling, and use of cages to avoid snagging. 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 material composition, plus Country of origin on documents for clothing & textiles. 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 designer 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, it's important to ensure that the items are properly packed to avoid damage from moisture and humidity during ocean transit. Additionally, the use of breathable packaging materials can help prevent mold and mildew, which are concerns in humid environments.

Shipments of textiles from Australia to India must comply with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) regulations, including specific labeling requirements and documentation such as a Certificate of Origin. Importers should also be aware of customs duties and GST applicable on textiles entering India.

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