When a container of garments arrives, the first impression is made by packaging, and the first problem appears if the packing is wrong. Packaging decisions also affect cost and retail distribution, so they deserve a place in your spec sheet, not an afterthought.
Per-Garment Packaging
Most wholesale apparel ships in polybags. Specify whether you want a plain polybag, a printed polybag or a folded-and-tied presentation, and whether hangers are included. If you sell online, you may want each garment packed to match your unboxing expectations, which is a brand decision as much as a logistics one.
Carton Specifications
Agree on carton size, material strength, and packing quantity per carton. Consistent packing quantities make distribution much easier: one carton equals, say, 20 pieces in two sizes and two colors. Also specify carton markings, including destination, carton number and content summary, which support customs clearance and warehouse receiving.
The Packing List
The packing list is the document that says exactly what is in each carton: style, color, size and quantity breakdown, carton numbers and weights. It is essential for customs, for the warehouse, and for reconciling the order against the invoice. A clean packing list, with size and color details, is part of the complete export documentation we provide with every order.
Check Before You Ship
Before production finishes, confirm a sample of the finished packaging: polybag material, folding, carton packing and markings. Packaging mistakes found at the factory are cheap to fix; the same mistakes at your warehouse are expensive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who decides the carton size?
Usually the factory proposes a carton size based on the garment and quantity, and the buyer approves it. For retail distribution, your warehouse may have size constraints worth sharing early.
Can packaging carry our brand?
Yes, custom polybags, hang tags and carton labels are all part of private label service.
What is the difference between a packing list and an invoice?
The invoice states the commercial value and terms; the packing list states the physical contents of each carton. Customs and your warehouse use both.
Should every carton be the same packing quantity?
Not always, but consistent packing simplifies receiving and distribution. If mixed packing is needed, the packing list must state it clearly.
Can packaging be optimized to reduce freight cost?
Yes. Carton dimensions and packing density affect both volume and weight charges. Ask the factory to optimize carton efficiency for your shipping mode.
Specifying a new order? We can propose packaging and carton plans that protect the garments and simplify your receiving process.
