Shipping Dry Food from Balboa to Charleston via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks demands waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding drying agents and using clear handling labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using separate inner boxes for beverages so that any leak does not Soak surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of processed food will require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you May also need free-sale certificates and origin documentation, especially for beverages.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard beverages are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Shipments of packaged food require a commercial invoice, packing list, and may also need a phytosanitary certificate or FDA prior notice for food imports into the United States.

Seasonal weather patterns, such as hurricane season from June to November, may affect ocean freight conditions and should be considered when planning shipments.

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