Shipping Textiles from Zhanjiang to New Orleans 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 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 Container desiccants is advisable.

High-value branded apparel benefit from Minimal handling, sealed packaging, and use of roll containers to avoid snagging. Instruct handlers to keep apparel 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 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 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, it is important to ensure that the products are properly packaged to prevent damage from moisture and humidity during transit. Additionally, textiles should be secured to avoid shifting in the container, which can lead to creasing or other forms of damage.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance. It is also essential to declare the proper Harmonized System (HS) codes for textiles to facilitate customs clearance in the United States.

Prospective clients can take the “One Test Run Challenge” by giving us a single shipment, which we use to demonstrate what visibility, reliability, and real partnership feel like, with a dedicated page available to get started.

Our SAMMIE platform is provided with every ocean, air, land, and customs service at no extra cost.

DNA uses SAMMIE’s AI-driven rate and route optimization to recommend optimal carriers and lanes based on current conditions and prices.