Shipping Dry Food from Felixstowe to Puerto Barrios via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food necessitates moisture-resistant inner packaging such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding drying agents and using “Keep Dry” 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 all items are Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using Dividers for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries typically need detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need free-sale certificates and Proof of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, insurance providers typically recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your Packaged groceries and Document packaging standards, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard snacks Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for Chocolate snacks, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment to prevent spoilage. It is essential to ensure that containers are sealed properly to avoid contamination and moisture ingress. Additionally, the cargo should be stowed in a way that allows for adequate ventilation and prevents shifting during transit.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary health certificates or phytosanitary certificates to comply with Guatemalan regulations on food imports. It is crucial to ensure all documentation is accurate and complete to prevent delays at customs.

Our system reduces billing errors by reducing human errors, flagging duplicate invoices, suggesting corrections, auto-matching charges to shipment events and documents, and speeding up reconciliation.

Our system is tailored to high-performing teams across operations, logistics, finance, and customer service, mirroring their workflows and helping them not just manage shipments but master them.

Clients have expressed that they want to use SAMMIE for every ocean freight shipment they move because having all shipment data in one dashboard is invaluable and time-saving.