Shipping Processed Food from Felixstowe to Jacksonville via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests 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 Each item is properly cushioned and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not damage surrounding Snacks.

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 snacks, you might also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks Can be 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 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 to maintain its shelf stability during ocean freight. It is essential to ensure that the cargo is securely packed to prevent damage during transit and to comply with health and safety regulations.

All packaged food shipments require compliance with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including prior notice of imported food shipments. Additionally, the food must be labeled according to U.S. standards, and importers must ensure that the products meet safety and quality standards set by U.S. authorities.

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