Europe
- Bale
- EUR 8 to 26
- Pallet
- EUR 70 to 240
- 20ft
- EUR 550 to 1,500
- 40ft
- EUR 850 to 2,200
- Transit
- 2 to 8 days by road, 5 to 12 days for short sea
Logistics
Shipping, rates, Incoterms and packing
We arrange transport from European warehouses to eligible destinations worldwide. Use the estimator below for an indicative freight range, then request a firm written quotation for your route.
Shipping calculator
Choose your destination region, packing format and quantity to see an indicative freight range, transit time and the ports we normally use.
Indicative freight estimate
Africa, 1 x 40ft container, port to port from North Europe.
EUR 2,100 to 4,400
- In dollars:
- USD 2,289 to 4,796
- Per unit:
- EUR 2,100 to 4,400
- Planning weight:
- 24,000 kg
- Lane notes:
- Several African countries restrict or inspect used textile imports. Destination eligibility, pre-shipment inspection and import permits are checked before booking.
What sits on top of the freight
- Origin handling and loading: Warehouse handling, loading and export documentation at the European origin, typically EUR 90 to EUR 260 per container.
- Bunker and seasonal surcharges: Carriers apply fuel, peak season and general rate increases that move week by week and are quoted at booking.
- Destination charges: Terminal handling, customs clearance, duties, taxes and inland delivery at destination are payable by the buyer unless a DAP or DDP price is agreed.
- Cargo insurance: Optional on CFR and included on CIF, usually 0.3% to 0.6% of the invoice value plus freight.
Estimates follow published 2026 container market levels and change with fuel, capacity and season. Your applicable freight is confirmed in the written quotation and pro forma invoice.
Indicative rates by region
Ranges are per unit in euros, port to port from North Europe, set against published 2026 container market levels. Fuel, capacity and season move them week by week.
Africa
- Bale
- EUR 22 to 60
- Pallet
- EUR 170 to 430
- 20ft
- EUR 1,300 to 2,900
- 40ft
- EUR 2,100 to 4,400
- Transit
- 18 to 35 days to West Africa, 25 to 42 days to East Africa
North America
- Bale
- EUR 18 to 48
- Pallet
- EUR 140 to 360
- 20ft
- EUR 1,100 to 2,500
- 40ft
- EUR 1,700 to 3,700
- Transit
- 12 to 22 days to the East Coast, 22 to 34 days to the West Coast
South America
- Bale
- EUR 26 to 66
- Pallet
- EUR 200 to 470
- 20ft
- EUR 1,700 to 3,500
- 40ft
- EUR 2,700 to 5,300
- Transit
- 22 to 38 days depending on the coast and transhipment
Asia
- Bale
- EUR 18 to 52
- Pallet
- EUR 150 to 380
- 20ft
- EUR 1,100 to 2,600
- 40ft
- EUR 1,800 to 4,100
- Transit
- 20 to 38 days depending on the port and transhipment
Australia and Oceania
- Bale
- EUR 30 to 72
- Pallet
- EUR 230 to 520
- 20ft
- EUR 1,900 to 3,800
- 40ft
- EUR 2,900 to 5,800
- Transit
- 32 to 48 days, usually with one transhipment
| Region | Bale | Pallet | 20ft | 40ft | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | EUR 8 to 26 | EUR 70 to 240 | EUR 550 to 1,500 | EUR 850 to 2,200 | 2 to 8 days by road, 5 to 12 days for short sea |
| Africa | EUR 22 to 60 | EUR 170 to 430 | EUR 1,300 to 2,900 | EUR 2,100 to 4,400 | 18 to 35 days to West Africa, 25 to 42 days to East Africa |
| North America | EUR 18 to 48 | EUR 140 to 360 | EUR 1,100 to 2,500 | EUR 1,700 to 3,700 | 12 to 22 days to the East Coast, 22 to 34 days to the West Coast |
| South America | EUR 26 to 66 | EUR 200 to 470 | EUR 1,700 to 3,500 | EUR 2,700 to 5,300 | 22 to 38 days depending on the coast and transhipment |
| Asia | EUR 18 to 52 | EUR 150 to 380 | EUR 1,100 to 2,600 | EUR 1,800 to 4,100 | 20 to 38 days depending on the port and transhipment |
| Australia and Oceania | EUR 30 to 72 | EUR 230 to 520 | EUR 1,900 to 3,800 | EUR 2,900 to 5,800 | 32 to 48 days, usually with one transhipment |
Freight only. Origin handling, destination charges, duties, taxes and inland delivery are additional unless a DAP or DDP price is agreed in writing.
How your goods are packed
Compressed bale
Machine pressed, wrapped in strong film and strapped, labelled with the category and grade. Suitable for groupage and container loading.
- Weight:
- Around 45 kg, other weights on request
- Size:
- Approximately 110 x 80 x 70 cm
Mixed pallet
Bales or cartons stacked on a EUR pallet, stretch wrapped and corner protected, ready for forklift handling and road freight.
- Weight:
- 300 to 500 kg
- Size:
- EUR pallet 120 x 80 cm, up to about 1.6 m high
20ft container
Floor loaded bales or palletised load with dunnage, sealed and photographed before departure.
- Weight:
- Up to about 28,000 kg payload
- Size:
- Internal 590 x 235 x 239 cm
40ft container
Highest volume per shipment, loaded with a written packing list, container seal number and loading photographs.
- Weight:
- Up to about 26,500 kg payload
- Size:
- Internal 1203 x 235 x 239 cm
Transport modes
Sea freight
Groupage, 20ft and 40ft containers from Antwerp, Rotterdam and Hamburg, among others.
Road freight
Pallet and part-load transport within Europe and to neighbouring regions, usually the fastest option for small volumes.
Consolidated freight
Bale and pallet consignments can be consolidated where the route, warehouse and carrier permit it.
Incoterms we quote
- EXW
- You collect from our European warehouse and arrange all transport.
- FOB
- We deliver the goods loaded at the agreed European port of departure.
- CFR
- Sea freight to your destination port is included; insurance is not.
- CIF
- Sea freight and cargo insurance to your destination port are included.
- DAP / DDP
- Delivery to your address, where legally and operationally available for your destination.
Transit times are indicative and depend on carrier schedules, port operations and customs processing.
Destination eligibility comes first
We never promise worldwide delivery without checking the destination. Several countries restrict or prohibit used textile imports, apply pre-shipment inspection or require specific certificates.
Africa
European Used Clothing Supplier for Africa
Several African countries restrict or prohibit used textile imports, apply pre-shipment inspection or require specific certificates. Import eligibility must be confirmed before loading.
Middle East
Wholesale Clothing from Europe to the Middle East
Used textile rules, labelling and conformity requirements vary widely across the region. Confirm permits and inspection requirements before shipment.
Caribbean
Used Clothing Container for the Caribbean
Duty structures and inspection rules differ by island. Some destinations require pre-approval for second-hand goods.
Latin America
European Clothing Exporter to Latin America
Second-hand clothing imports are restricted or prohibited in several countries in this region. Eligibility must be verified before any reservation.
Africa
Wholesale Shoes from Europe to Africa
Footwear may be treated differently from clothing for duty and inspection purposes. Confirm classification and permits before shipment.
Europe
Wholesale Clothing Supply Within Europe
Intra-EU movements are straightforward, but non-EU European destinations require customs clearance and may apply used-textile hygiene rules.
Asia
European Clothing Wholesale to Asia
Used clothing import rules in Asia vary sharply: some countries permit it only for re-sorting or re-export, others prohibit it. Licences must be confirmed before loading.
Documents
Applicable commercial and shipping documents, commercial invoice, packing list and transport documents, plus any certificates your destination requires, are provided according to the agreed sale terms.
Buyers remain responsible for confirming that the requested products can legally be imported into the destination country. See our shipping policy.
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