A garment-on-hanger container, or GOH container, lets clothing travel hanging rather than folded in cartons. It features an internal hanging system that supports garments during transit, minimizing folding, creasing, and repeated handling.
GOH containers commonly come in 20ft and 40ft sizes and mainly serve the fashion and retail industries. Depending on the garments and shipping requirements, the internal setup can use bars, strings, or a combination of both.
The table below shows typical specifications for 20ft and 40ft GOH containers. Exact dimensions, tare weight, and payload capacity may vary by manufacturer, container age, and equipment owner.
| Specification | 20ft GOH | 40ft GOH |
|---|---|---|
| Tare Weight | 2,300 kg | 3,750 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 28,180 kg | 28,750 kg |
| Cubic Capacity | 33.2 m³ | 67.7 m³ |
| Internal Length | 5.90 m | 12.03 m |
| Internal Width | 2.35 m | 2.35 m |
| Internal Height | 2.39 m | 2.39 m |
| Door Opening Width | 2.34 m | 2.34 m |
| Door Opening Height | 2.28 m | 2.28 m |
Note: Specifications can vary between individual containers. Always check the actual dimensions, payload limit, hanging configuration, and equipment availability before booking.
A GOH container keeps garments hanging throughout the ocean journey. Instead of packing each item flat in a carton, the container uses an internal support structure to hold clothing on hangers. The layout can change according to the type, length, and quantity of garments. Two common setups use hanging bars or strings, and some containers use both.
Horizontal bars provide hanging points across the container. Multiple levels accommodate garments of different lengths while making better use of the container.
Strings hang from the supporting structure to hold garments in organized rows. This setup adds hanging capacity without relying on additional horizontal bars.
There is no single setup that works for every garment shipment. Consider the garment type, length, weight, hanger design, quantity, and available equipment when planning the loading arrangement.
GOH shipping is designed for clothing that needs to stay on hangers during transport. It is often considered for garments where folding and unpacking would add extra handling. Common examples include:
Hanging transport helps keep structured clothing in its intended shape during the journey.
Longer garments can remain suspended rather than being folded into cartons.
GOH can suit clothing that needs careful handling or presentation after arrival.
These garments can also travel on hangers when the shipment uses a suitable internal setup.
GOH does not automatically make sense for every apparel shipment. The garment style, order volume, packing method, and receiving process all affect whether hanging or carton packing is the better fit.
The main difference is how the garments travel.
| Feature | GOH | Standard Dry Container |
|---|---|---|
| Garment Position | Hung inside the container | Usually packed in cartons |
| Interior | Fitted with a hanging system | Standard cargo interior |
| Loading Method | Garments loaded on hangers | Cartons or pallets |
| Best Suited To | Clothing that needs to remain hanging | Packed apparel and general cargo |
| Space Planning | Based on garment and hanging layout | Based mainly on package dimensions and volume |
GOH equipment may not be available for every route or sailing, so check availability before finalizing your loading plan. Container condition also matters for garment cargo. Check that the unit is clean and dry before loading, and make sure the hanging system can support your garment type and hanger setup.
These are two common sizes. Typical internal dimensions are approximately 5.90 × 2.35 × 2.39 m for a 20ft unit and 12.03 × 2.35 × 2.39 m for a 40ft unit. Treat these figures as a planning reference. Check the specifications of the container assigned to your shipment before loading.
Yes. A standard dry container can carry apparel packed in cartons or other suitable packaging. GOH is more relevant when the garments need to remain hanging during transport.
Not necessarily. Hanging garments can reduce the folding that comes with carton packing, but it cannot guarantee wrinkle-free delivery. Fabric, loading, spacing, securing, and transport conditions can all affect the garments during the journey.
ASLG arranges ocean freight from China for apparel and other commercial cargo. The shipping setup depends on your cargo volume, origin, destination, and equipment needs. If you plan to ship garments on hangers, send us the garment type, quantity, China origin, destination, and loading details. We can review the shipment and available ocean freight options.
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