Shipping Processed Food from Aliaga to Houston via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding drying agents and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if Each item is properly cushioned and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not damage surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you could be asked for free-sale certificates and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks Can be shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be properly sealed and stored to prevent contamination and spoilage during the ocean transit. It is important to ensure that the cargo is kept at appropriate temperature and humidity levels, as fluctuations can affect the integrity of shelf-stable food. Additionally, securing the cargo to prevent movement during transit is essential.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary export permits from Turkish authorities. Additionally, compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations is mandatory, which may involve submitting prior notice of shipment and ensuring all products meet U.S. health and safety standards.

We follow industry best practices and relevant data protection regulations for international shipping and technology platforms, including GDPR and CCPA where applicable.

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SAMMIE helps reduce tracking time by providing real-time updates, proactive alerts, and a single dashboard, which has led customers to reduce tracking time from 25–30 hours per week to 2–3 hours per week and achieve about 50% less time spent tracking shipments.