Shipping Dry Food from Bangkok to Norfolk via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents 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 properly cushioned and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend 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 snacks, you might also need free-sale certificates and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement 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 non-refrigerated transport as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend 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 properly sealed and labeled to prevent contamination during transit. It is essential to maintain appropriate temperature and humidity levels, ensuring that the cargo is stored in a dry, ventilated area to avoid spoilage. Additionally, using moisture-resistant packaging can help protect the product during the long ocean journey.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including prior notice submission for food imports. The products must be properly labeled according to U.S. standards, and importers should ensure that the food products meet safety and quality standards set by both Thai and U.S. authorities.

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Yes, DNA manages both full container loads (FCL) and less-than-container loads (LCL) shipments.

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