Shipping Bottled Drinks from Charlotte to Boston via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food Requires A sealed inner barrier such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding drying agents and using “Keep Dry” labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship Snacks and beverages together if Each item is securely packed and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food Require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you could be asked for free-sale certificates and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, We recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard Bottled drinks Can be shipped in standard dry vans as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be secured properly to prevent damage during transit. It is essential to ensure that the containers are sealed and protected from moisture, as ocean shipping can expose them to humidity. Additionally, maintaining a stable temperature during loading and unloading is important to preserve the integrity of shelf-stable food products.

While shipping within the United States, packaged food must comply with FDA regulations, including labeling requirements and adherence to food safety standards. Additionally, proper documentation, such as bills of lading and any necessary declarations, must be prepared to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

We offer in-house customs brokerage that handles classification, documentation, and clearance across U.S. and global ports with accuracy and speed, supported by SAMMIE’s delay flagging and ongoing updates from your dedicated Client Success Officer.

With DNA, you get live map tracking with milestone updates and 24/7 access via SAMMIE, while other forwarders often provide only basic carrier links and manual updates that can be delayed or incomplete.

Customers report that SAMMIE makes managing shipments simple, puts accurate real-time location, status, and ETAs at their fingertips, and significantly reduces the time and effort required to manage many shipments.