Expert supply chain services for Bottled Drinks freight
Sri Lanka
India
The ocean route from Colombo to Nhava Sheva, covering 1530 kilometers, offers significant advantages for the transportation of packaged food. This path ensures the efficient movement of processed and dry food products, maintaining their quality and shelf stability throughout the journey. Utilizing maritime logistics helps reduce transportation costs while accommodating larger shipments, which is essential for meeting the demands of grocery retailers and food distributors. Moreover, the ocean route minimizes the risk of spoilage, ensuring that ambient food reaches its destination in optimal condition.
Colombo's port is equipped with modern facilities designed to handle high volumes of cargo, including specialized storage for dry and shelf-stable goods. At Nhava Sheva, one of the busiest ports in India, the infrastructure supports efficient unloading and distribution, with advanced warehousing options available for packaged groceries. Both ports are well-connected to major transport networks, facilitating seamless transfer to inland logistics for timely delivery. This robust infrastructure at both ends enhances the overall efficiency of the supply chain for processed food products.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with Sri Lanka Customs regulations, including accurate HS classification and valuation.
All imports are subject to Indian Customs valuation, classification under the ITC (HS) code, and payment of applicable duties and GST
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
When shipping from Colombo to Nhava Sheva, be mindful of the Indian Ocean cyclone season (April-June and October-December), which may require contingency routings to accommodate weather disruptions. During the southwest monsoon (June-September), expect port congestion and slow steaming, necessitating extra buffer days. Additionally, communicate with carriers for real-time updates, especially during peak periods like Diwali (late September–mid-November) and Christmas (October-December), to mitigate delays.
When shipping Processed food, robust packing Is essential for medium‑fragility items. We recommend using sturdy corrugated boxes with Tight internal dividers for Snacks. For moistu...
Medium-weight cartons of Packaged food are best handled as “this side up” freight, especially where Bottled drinks are packed with snacks. We recommend clearly marking cartons with...
Selecting the right shipping container for packaged groceries Helps product integrity and Regulatory compliance. For parcel shipments of ambient food, We recommend RSC cartons with...
Even for shelf-stable Food, exporters must comply with Food safety regulations in both origin and destination markets. Ensure all snacks have Legible ingredient lists, batch or lot...
Before pickup and during cross-docking, Keep processed food in Cool, dry, well-ventilated areas away from Chemicals. Moisture-sensitive snacks Should be kept off the floor on Palle...
Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding Desiccant packs and using “Keep Dry” labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.
You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if Each item is Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using Dividers for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not Soak 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 Food, you might also need Health certificates and Proof of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.
For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your Packaged groceries and Document packaging standards, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.
Most Ambient food and standard snacks Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for Chocolate snacks, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.
Packaged food should be stored in a dry and temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage. It's essential to ensure that the packaging is intact and suitable for ocean freight to avoid contamination and maintain shelf stability.
Shipments of packaged food from Sri Lanka to India must comply with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulations. This includes obtaining necessary import licenses, ensuring proper labeling, and providing health certificates as required for food products.
We offer 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.
With DNA, you 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.
Customers report 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.
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