Shipping Packaged Groceries from Felixstowe to Bogota via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates waterproof protection such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed 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 bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding packaged groceries.

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 might also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, 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 protect from temperature extremes. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be stored in a climate-controlled environment during ocean freight to prevent spoilage. Proper ventilation and humidity control are essential to maintain the integrity of shelf-stable food products.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and import permits specific to food products. Additionally, a phytosanitary certificate may be necessary to ensure compliance with Colombian regulatory requirements for food safety.

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