Shipping Bottled Drinks from Chennai to Detroit via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food demands moisture-resistant inner packaging such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend 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 dry food and bottled drinks together if all items are securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using separate inner boxes for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding dry food.

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

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, insurance providers typically recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard beverages Can be shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be properly sealed and stored in temperature-controlled containers to prevent spoilage during the long ocean transit. Additionally, moisture-proof packaging is essential to protect against humidity and water exposure during shipping.

Shipments of packaged food from India to the U.S. must comply with FDA regulations, including proper labeling, ingredient disclosure, and adherence to food safety standards. Import permits and inspections may also be required to ensure compliance with U.S. customs regulations.

Our team provides 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.

Our customers 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.

Shippers have shared 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.