Shipping Clothing from Tianjin to Santos via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, 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 Textiles 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 edge damage, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

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

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

Insuring Clothing & apparel 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 from Tianjin to Santos, it is important to ensure that the cargo is properly packed to prevent damage from moisture and saltwater exposure. Additionally, textiles should be secured to avoid shifting during transit, and care should be taken to prevent mold and mildew by using moisture-absorbing materials in the packaging.

Required documentation for customs includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and specific certificates of origin or quality that may be necessary for textiles. Importers in Brazil must also adhere to the regulations set by the Brazilian Customs Authority, which may involve additional documentation depending on the type of textiles being imported.

SAMMIE helps reduce tracking time by providing real-time updates, proactive alerts, and a single dashboard, which has led customers to reduce tracking time from 25–30 hours per week to 2–3 hours per week and achieve about 50% less time spent tracking shipments.

SAMMIE impacts cross-department visibility by providing immediate visibility across departments and to your clients, which supports better alignment between purchasing, logistics, and finance.

SAMMIE’s Document Intelligence can auto-tag and organize bills of lading, customs forms, and invoices so you no longer need to hunt through folders or inboxes.