Shipping Packaged Food from Chicago to Fortaleza via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding silica gel and using clear handling labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is securely packed and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using separate inner boxes for liquid items so that any leak does not Soak surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of Ambient food will require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you could be asked for manufacturer declarations and origin documentation, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and record how goods are packed, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for sensitive beverages, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

The documentation typically required includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and a certificate of origin. Additionally, import permits and sanitary certificates may be necessary due to Brazil's regulatory standards for food products.

Seasonal weather patterns, including hurricane season in the Atlantic (June to November), can affect shipping routes and port operations. It's important to monitor weather forecasts and potential disruptions during this period when planning shipments.

Every client receives access to SAMMIE, where you can track each shipment in real time with predictive ETAs, milestone updates, and instant alerts in a single dashboard.

We support compliance with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), the FDA, USDA, DOT, and other regulatory bodies, and we maintain active certifications including C-TPAT and FMC.

Yes, support is available for urgent cases, which are escalated and managed with after-hours monitoring when needed, especially for high-volume or time-critical shipments.