Shipping Processed Food from Colombo to Savannah via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates waterproof protection such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. We 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 every unit is properly cushioned and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you May also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose comprehensive cargo cover that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Shipments of packaged food require a commercial invoice, packing list, and a phytosanitary certificate. Additionally, compliance with FDA regulations and import permits may be necessary for entry into the United States.

Packaged food should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage. It's crucial to ensure that the packaging is robust and moisture-resistant, given the long ocean route of 15,229 km.

Yes, we can integrate via robust EDI/API capabilities, mapping fields, automating status updates, pushing documentation, and syncing PO and invoice data with systems like SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, or custom WMS/ERP platforms.

Absolutely, SAMMIE supports user-level permissions so warehouse, finance, purchasing, or customer service teams can access exactly what they need and nothing they don’t.

Yes, we do. Our licensed customs experts handle import/export compliance, HS classification, tariff codes, ISF filings, and coordination with U.S. and international agencies.