Shipping Dry Food from Colon to Kansas City via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food necessitates waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using clear handling labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if every unit is securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using separate inner boxes for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not Soak surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries typically need itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you May also need manufacturer declarations and origin documentation, especially for Bottled drinks.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and Document packaging standards, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard snacks are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for Chocolate snacks, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Shipments of packaged food require compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including a prior notice submission. Additionally, a commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary certificates of origin or authenticity must be provided to facilitate customs clearance.

Seasonal weather patterns, such as hurricane season in the Caribbean from June to November, can affect shipping routes and schedules. It is essential to monitor weather forecasts and potential disruptions that may impact ocean freight operations during this period.

The business is headed by David Rosendorf, Founder & CEO, who navigates the company by values like love, trust, and collaboration.

Our system helps avoid surprises like a vessel’s status suddenly changing to a long delay by delivering platform-level visibility with real-world accuracy through combined data sources and human checks.

In practice, it means we serve people, not just packages, focusing on face-to-face communication, thoughtful support, and long-term trust rather than one-off transactions.