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Hat Export Packaging and Container Loading

Hat export packaging standards, carton specifications, container loading plans, assortment ratios, mark requirements and shipping process. Optimize logistics costs.

Export packaging standards

Hat export packaging must meet international shipping requirements. Inner packaging: individual OPP bags or branded paper boxes, moisture-proof and dust-proof. Outer packaging: 5-layer corrugated cartons, load-bearing no less than 15 kg. Carton sizes are customized per hat type and quantity. Common sizes: 60×40×50 cm, 50×35×45 cm.

Container loading plans

20-foot container (20GP) volume is about 28 m³, holding approximately 8000-12000 hats (depending on hat type and packaging). 40-foot container (40GP) volume is about 58 m³, holding approximately 16000-24000 hats. 40-foot high cube (40HQ) volume is about 68 m³, holding approximately 19000-28000 hats. Provide packing list and volume weight calculation before loading.

Assortment and marks

We support multi-style, multi-color and multi-size assortment. Assortment ratios are confirmed in the order. Carton marks include: client name, order number, style number, color, quantity, gross weight, net weight, volume and destination. Marks can be printed or labeled.

Shipping process

Shipping process: production complete → QC → packaging → packing → container loading → customs declaration → sea/air freight → destination port. Factory provides packing list, invoice, certificate of origin and inspection report. Support FOB, CIF and other trade terms.

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Key checkpoints

Requirements should include style number, material direction, crown and brim dimensions, head size range, color, quantity, logo specs, packaging and delivery market.

Container typeVolume
20GP28 m³
40GP58 m³
40HQ68 m³

Container loading plans are optimized per hat type, packaging method and order quantity. We recommend providing detailed packing plans during order confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How many hats fit in a 20-foot container?

A 20-foot container holds approximately 8000-12000 hats, confirmed per hat type and packaging. Cowboy hats and Panama hats differ in volume and quantity.

Can I mix different styles?

Yes. We support multi-style, multi-color and multi-size assortment. Assortment ratios are confirmed in the order. Factory provides packing list.

What documents are needed for shipping?

Factory provides packing list, commercial invoice, certificate of origin and inspection report. Depending on destination country requirements, other certification documents may be needed.

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