Shipping Processed Food from Cartagena to San Juan via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food Requires 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 Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship Snacks and beverages 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 Bottled drinks so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries Require 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 Bottled drinks.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, 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 Document packaging standards, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard Bottled drinks Can be 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 Chocolate snacks, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be stored in a dry, temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage. It is important to ensure that the food is properly sealed to avoid contamination and to comply with sanitation standards.

Shipments of packaged food from Colombia to Puerto Rico must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including proper labeling and documentation. Importers must also ensure that the food products meet the safety standards set forth by the Puerto Rican health authorities.

Yes, our team is equipped for urgent, oversized, or specialized shipments, including temperature-sensitive cargo, high-value electronics, and complex FF&E rollouts across all modes.

Yes, our team handles it. We manage documentation, declarations, and clearance protocols for electronics, apparel, machinery, and regulated goods such as food or medical devices.

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