Shipping Food from Busan to Jacksonville via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands A sealed inner barrier such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel 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 Each item is securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not Soak surrounding dry food.

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

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, We recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values 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. Our team recommends 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 shipped from South Korea to the United States must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including prior notice requirements and labeling standards. Additionally, products must meet the standards set by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) if they contain meat or poultry.

Packaged food should be securely packaged to prevent damage during transit. It is important to ensure that the cargo is stored in a temperature-controlled environment if necessary, especially for shelf-stable items that could be affected by humidity or temperature fluctuations during the ocean journey. Proper ventilation and moisture control are also essential to maintain product integrity.

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