Over 20 years of experience in global Dry Food shipping
Colombia
United States
The ocean route from Cartagena to Denver is a strategic choice for transporting packaged food, offering cost-effective shipping solutions while maintaining the integrity of shelf-stable products. With minimal temperature fluctuations during transit, this method ensures that processed food items arrive in optimal condition, ready for distribution. The extensive maritime network allows for large volumes to be transported efficiently, catering to the growing demand for dry food in the U.S. market.
Cartagena boasts a modern port equipped with advanced facilities for handling ambient food, ensuring swift loading and unloading processes. In Denver, the well-developed logistics infrastructure, including distribution centers and access to major highways, facilitates seamless delivery to retailers and consumers. Both locations are strategically positioned, enhancing connectivity and reducing potential bottlenecks in the supply chain.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with Colombian customs regulations and submit accurate export documentation, including commercial invoices and packing lists.
All inbound cargo routed via Denver International Airport are subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection and FDA/USDA requirements.
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
When shipping from Cartagena, Colombia to Denver, United States via ocean, anticipate increased congestion and extended transit times during key seasonal peaks such as the Atlantic Hurricane Season (June-November) and the Christmas Retail Peak (October-December). Confirm vessel space and trucking capacity well in advance, especially during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday peak (mid-November to early December). Additionally, allow for buffer days to account for potential delays from winter storms (December-March) and Saharan dust (June-August) that may impact visibility and operations.
When shipping dry food, robust packing is critical for medium‑fragility items. We recommend using sturdy corrugated boxes with compartment inserts for ambient food. For moisture-se...
Medium-weight cartons of processed food are best handled as orientation-sensitive freight, especially where Bottled drinks are packed with snacks. Most shippers recommend clearly m...
Choosing the appropriate shipping container for packaged groceries supports product integrity and Regulatory compliance. For parcel shipments of ambient food, most logistics provid...
Even for shelf-stable processed food, exporters must comply with applicable food laws in both origin and destination markets. Ensure all snacks have accurate product labels, batch ...
Before pickup and during cross-docking, store processed food in clean, dry, odor-free areas away from Chemicals. Moisture-sensitive snacks is best kept off the floor on shelving wi...
Moisture-sensitive snacks necessitates moisture-resistant inner packaging such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using clear handling labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.
You may ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if all items are Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using separate inner boxes for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.
Most international shipments of processed food typically need detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you might also need free-sale certificates and origin documentation, especially for beverages.
For processed food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, insurance providers typically recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.
Most shelf-stable food and standard snacks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.
The required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and a certificate of origin. Additionally, an import permit from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may be necessary for processed food items.
Yes, packaged food must comply with U.S. FDA regulations, which include labeling requirements and adherence to safety standards. Importers must also ensure that the products meet the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines if applicable.
Yes, DNA serves omnichannel retail, including ecommerce, DTC brands, and big-box retailers with scalable shipping and inventory services.
Our SAMMIE platform is an AI-powered “Shipping Analytical Maritime Manager for Imports and Exports” that delivers AI-powered ETAs, “hot” shipment flagging, instant delay alerts, live map tracking, and centralized shipment documents to give you proactive, real-time shipment control.
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