Shipping Bottled Drinks from Charleston to Houston via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates waterproof protection such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests 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 every unit is properly cushioned and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you might 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, most shippers choose comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be securely stowed to prevent movement and damage during transit. It is essential to ensure that the cargo is kept dry and protected from moisture, as humidity can compromise the integrity of shelf-stable food products. Additionally, temperature control should be monitored if the cargo is sensitive to heat or temperature fluctuations.

All packaged food shipped within the United States must comply with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. This includes proper labeling, adherence to food safety standards, and ensuring that the products are produced in facilities that meet federal guidelines. No additional customs documentation is required since both origin and destination are within the U.S.

Yes, we provide cross-docking and transloading capabilities.

Yes, we provide coordinated delivery of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) for hotels, resorts, and new builds.

We provide live map tracking with milestone updates, 24/7 access via SAMMIE, centralized shipment documents, and real-time exception alerts so you always know where your freight is and what’s happening with it.