Shipping Packaged Food from Altamira to Norfolk via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands moisture-resistant inner packaging such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding Desiccant packs and using “Keep Dry” labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if all items are securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not Soak surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of Ambient food will require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you May also need Health certificates and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, insurance providers typically recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages Can be shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be stored in a dry, temperature-controlled environment during ocean transit to prevent spoilage. Proper packaging is essential to protect against moisture and damage, and compliance with food safety regulations is required throughout the shipping process.

Shipments of packaged food require compliance with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including proper labeling and documentation. Importers must also ensure that the food products meet U.S. health and safety standards, and customs clearance documentation must be prepared to reflect these requirements.

We operate partnered facilities in key logistics hubs, including locations near important ports for strategic storage and fulfillment.

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We offer ocean freight (FCL and LCL), air freight, ground transportation (domestic and cross-border trucking), customs brokerage, and warehousing & distribution, all supported by our SAMMIE visibility platform and dedicated Client Success Officers.