Shipping Food from Chicago to Navegantes via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates moisture-resistant inner packaging such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if all items are securely packed and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not Soak surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need detailed 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 Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, insurance providers typically recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may Review 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. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and Routing shipments 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 ocean freight journey. Additionally, it is essential to ensure that the packaging is robust enough to withstand the rigors of ocean transport, including potential exposure to moisture and salt.

Shipments of packaged food to Brazil must comply with Brazilian health and safety regulations, which include obtaining appropriate import licenses and providing necessary documentation such as a Certificate of Free Sale and a phytosanitary certificate if applicable. Additionally, all labels must meet Brazilian standards, including language requirements and ingredient disclosures.

The “One Test Run Challenge” is an invitation to move a single shipment with DNA so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership, showing how our SAMMIE platform and proactive team perform in a real-world test.

Yes, you can. You don’t have to move your whole operation; you can give us one shipment in any mode or lane as a “test run,” and we’ll handle it end-to-end with precision, transparency, and care.

SAMMIE gives you a live look at shipments from port to final delivery with 18 milestone updates, satellite container tracking, and instant alerts, so your team always knows what’s moving, what’s delayed, and what’s next.