Shipping Snacks from Aliaga to Puerto Barrios via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if Each item is securely packed and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of processed food typically need Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you could be asked for manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard snacks Can be shipped in standard dry vans as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be transported in a temperature-controlled environment to maintain quality and safety. Proper sealing and packaging are essential to prevent contamination during the ocean freight journey, and compliance with international food safety standards is mandatory.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and health certificates that verify the packaged food complies with Guatemala's import regulations. Additionally, a phytosanitary certificate may be necessary depending on the product type.

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