Shipping Packaged Food from Chennai to Long Beach via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding Desiccant packs and using moisture-warning labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if Each item is securely packed and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using cell partitions for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate 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 beverages, you could be asked for Health certificates and certificates of origin, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to Declare the full value of your snacks and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

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

The documentation required includes a Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and a Certificate of Origin. Additionally, a Food Import Permit from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may be necessary, along with compliance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations for processed food imports.

Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment to maintain quality during the ocean transport. Additionally, proper labeling is essential to ensure compliance with U.S. regulations, and care should be taken to avoid contamination during loading and unloading at both Chennai and Long Beach ports.

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