Shipping Processed Food from Barcelona to Puerto Barrios via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates moisture-resistant inner packaging such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding silica gel and using moisture-warning labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if all items are Individually protected and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using cell partitions for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding dry food.

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

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, insurance providers typically recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to accurately declare values of your snacks and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

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

Packaged food must be securely packaged to prevent damage during ocean transit. It is essential to ensure that the products are shelf-stable and properly labeled to meet both Spanish and Guatemalan regulations regarding food safety and importation.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and health certificates. Additionally, compliance with Guatemala's food import regulations is necessary, which may include proof of origin and adherence to local health and safety standards.

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