Shipping Clothing & Apparel from Wuhan to Atlanta via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive garments, Use an inner sealed liner 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 Standard dry containers or regular parcel cartons, as long as they are shielded from water. For bulk textiles, We recommend palletized or racked loading to prevent Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from Minimal handling, sealed packaging, and use of roll containers to avoid Soiling. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid Sharp hooks, and not to Over-stack lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require accurate tariff classification and clear Fiber content, 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 Branded items or large wholesale orders. Cargo insurance can cover total loss 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, it is important to ensure that the goods are properly packed to prevent damage during transit. The use of waterproof materials for packaging is recommended to protect against moisture exposure at sea. Additionally, textiles should be stored in a way that prevents creasing and maintains their quality throughout the journey.

Key documentation for customs includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading. Additionally, an Importer Security Filing (ISF) may be required for shipments to the United States. Proper classification codes for clothing and textiles must be used to comply with U.S. Customs regulations.

For us, it means every move we make by land, air, or sea is guided by purpose, careful planning, decisive action, and precise, attentive execution.

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