Shipping Food from Charleston to Atlanta via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if Each item is properly cushioned and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not damage surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you May also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks Can be shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be securely stowed to prevent damage and contamination during ocean transport. It should be kept in a climate-controlled environment to maintain quality, especially for temperature-sensitive items. Additionally, proper labeling and packaging are required to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Shipping packaged food within the United States does not require customs clearance, but it is essential to have accurate shipping documents, including a bill of lading, packing list, and any necessary health certifications to ensure compliance with food safety standards.

We specialize in retail and hospitality, technology and electronics, industrial manufacturing, healthcare equipment, and complex spare parts and machinery, and we can move global freight for other sectors as well.

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Every client receives access to SAMMIE, where you can track each shipment in real time with predictive ETAs, milestone updates, and instant alerts in a single dashboard.