Shipping Clothing & Apparel from Xiamen to Kansas City via Ocean Freight

For moisture-sensitive Clothing & apparel, Use an inner sealed liner for each unit or bundle, then place items in quality shipping boxes. Add silica gel for longer or ocean shipments, and ensure cartons are Properly sealed with tape to keep out humidity and splashes.

Most Textiles 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 Crushing, and in humid lanes, adding moisture-control liners is advisable.

High-value Fashion products benefit from Minimal handling, sealed packaging, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep Garments off the floor, avoid rough surfaces, and not to Over-stack lightweight Clothing cartons.

Yes. Many countries require Correct HS codes and clear Fiber content, plus manufacturing origin on documents for garments. Some trade agreements and quota systems still affect certain fabric categories, so Consult your broker before exporting large volumes.

Insuring Clothing & apparel 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 garments were shipped and their declared value.

When shipping Clothing & Textiles, it is important to ensure that the cargo is properly packed to avoid damage during transit. Moisture control is crucial, as textiles can be sensitive to humidity. Additionally, using appropriate containers that allow for ventilation can help prevent mildew and odor issues.

Shipments of Clothing & Textiles from China to the United States must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations. This includes providing accurate declarations of the contents, adhering to labeling requirements, and ensuring compliance with any applicable tariffs and trade regulations. Proper documentation such as commercial invoices, packing lists, and bill of lading must also be prepared.

Yes, we provide global shipment support for hardware, electronics, and high-value IT assets with secure handling.

SAMMIE includes AI-powered ETAs, “hot” shipment flagging, instant delay alerts, live map tracking for every container globally, and centralized, searchable storage for BOLs, invoices, and customs forms.

We provide domestic and cross-border trucking for cross-country hauls and final-mile delivery, with hands-on support from dedicated Client Success Officers and proactive alerts from SAMMIE to solve problems before you spot them.