Shipping Dry Food from Colombo to Puerto Limon via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks demands A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding drying agents and using clear handling labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship dry food and bottled drinks together if Each item is Individually protected and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using separate inner boxes for beverages so that any leak does not damage surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of processed food will require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you could be asked for free-sale certificates and origin documentation, especially for beverages.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard beverages Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the packaging is robust to withstand ocean freight conditions, including humidity and potential saltwater exposure.

Shipments of packaged food require compliance with both Sri Lankan export regulations and Costa Rican import regulations, which may include obtaining necessary health certifications, adhering to labeling requirements, and ensuring that the products meet food safety standards established by Costa Rican authorities.

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