Mr . Jones , shall we now discuss the packaging ?   Very well . You know , we have definite ways of packaging garments . As to blouses , we use a polythene wrapper for each article , all ready for window display .   Good . A wrapping that catches the eye will certainly help push the sales . With competition from similar garments producers , the merchandise must not only be good value but also look attractive .   Right you are . We'll see to it that the blouses appeal to the eye as well as to the purse .   What about the outer packing ?   We'll pack them 10 dozens to one carton , gross weight around 25 kilos a carton .   Cartons ?   Yes , corrugated cardboard boxes .   Could you use wooden cases instead ?   Why use wooden cases ?   I'm afraid the cardboard boxes are not strong enough for such a heavy load .   The cartons are comparatively light , and therefore easy to handle . They won't be stowed away with the heavy cargo . The stevedores will see to that . Besides , we'll reinforce the cartons with straps . Silk blouses are not fragile goods . They can stand a lot of jolting .   Maybe you are right , but the goods are to be transhipped at Hamburg or London . If the boxes are moved about on an open wharf , the dampness or rain may get into them . This would make the blouses spotted or ruined .   No need to worry about that . The cartons lined with plastic sheets are waterproof , and as the boxes are made of cardboard , they will be handled with care .   Well , I don't want to take any chances . Besides , cartons are easy to cut open , and this increases the risk of pilferage .   Tampering with cartons is easily detected . I should say that this rather discourages pilferage .   Maybe so , but I'm afraid that in case of damage or pilferage , the insurance company will refuse compensation on the ground of improper packing , or packing unsuitable for sea voyage . 