Shipping Bottled Drinks from Charlotte to Detroit via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food Requires moisture-resistant inner packaging such as poly bags 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 are allowed to ship Snacks and beverages together if all items are properly cushioned 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 damage surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries Require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you might also need free-sale certificates and origin documentation, especially for beverages.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, insurance providers typically recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard Bottled drinks are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be securely sealed and properly labeled to prevent contamination during ocean transit. Additionally, it should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment to maintain product integrity, especially for items sensitive to heat or humidity.

Since both Charlotte and Detroit are within the United States, the primary regulatory considerations include compliance with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines for food safety, labeling requirements, and ensuring that all documentation, such as invoices and certificates of origin, is complete and accurate for customs clearance.

Our operations are fully compliant with CBP, TSA, IATA, and NMFTA standards to ensure secure, lawful, and efficient cross-border operations.

Yes, one example is CE North America, where we built a custom EDI feed that pushes real-time shipment updates, documentation, and exception alerts directly into their ERP, eliminating dozens of manual tasks and improving cross-department visibility.

Yes, DNA offers full port-to-door service, managing booking, loading, customs clearance, and final-mile delivery with one point of contact and one visibility platform.