Apparel, Textile & Footwear Import Freight Into Canada
RRA coordinates freight, in-house customs clearance, bonded warehousing, and distribution for Canadian importers of apparel, textiles, and footwear. Multi-SKU, high-frequency retail and e-commerce freight — handled by one accountable team. RRA moves and clears the goods; it does not sell them.
Built for Retail and E-Commerce
Apparel is multi-SKU, seasonal, and frequently replenished — exactly where one team for freight, customs, and distribution pays off. RRA coordinates the whole move under one file: ocean or air freight, in-house customs, bonded warehousing, and distribution.
Ocean Freight
LCL consolidation for frequent replenishment and FCL for volume, consolidated for cost where it fits.
Air for Seasonal Peaks
Air freight for fast-fashion drops and seasonal launches where speed matters.
In-House Customs
CARM-ready classification, origin, and permits handled in-house so goods clear without a broker handoff.
Bonded Warehousing
Bonded storage and staged release for seasonal, high-turnover retail inventory.
Retail & E-Commerce Distribution
Distribution to stores and e-commerce fulfilment across Canada.
One Accountable Team
Freight, customs, storage, and distribution planned together — one point of contact.
How Your Apparel Import Moves
- Shipment planningWe confirm the goods, SKU mix, quantities, origin, Incoterm, destination(s), and the retail or e-commerce calendar delivery has to serve.
- Origin coordinationWe book with the carrier and work with your supplier on consolidation, documentation, and cut-offs.
- Ocean or air freightLCL, FCL, or air toward the Canadian gateway that fits the origin and destination.
- In-house customs clearanceCARM-ready filing with classification, origin, and permits handled in-house. Release remains subject to CBSA and other government agencies.
- Bonded warehousingBonded or standard storage and staged release for seasonal inventory.
- DistributionDistribution to stores and e-commerce fulfilment across Canada.
Planning Seasonal, Multi-SKU Freight
Apparel freight is about hitting the retail calendar with the right mix of cost and speed. We plan the mode and the staging around it.
Mode by the calendar
Routine replenishment moves by ocean; drops and seasonal launches often justify air. We plan the mix so you hit the calendar without over-paying.
Labelling stays with the importer
Textile labelling and marking requirements rest with the importer. RRA coordinates freight and customs — and can hold goods in bond while requirements are confirmed.
RRA coordinates freight and in-house customs for apparel importers; it does not manufacture or sell apparel, textiles, or footwear.
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Send the goods, SKU mix, and calendar. We'll plan the freight, clear it in-house, and distribute to stores and fulfilment — one accountable team.
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