Shipping Packaged Food from Felixstowe to Puerto Caldera via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks Requires A sealed inner barrier such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding Desiccant packs and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship Snacks and beverages together if Each item is properly cushioned and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of processed food Require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you might also need Health certificates and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, We recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard Bottled drinks Can be shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you protect from temperature extremes. We recommend 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 temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage. It is crucial to ensure that the cargo is secured properly to avoid damage, and to comply with any specific packaging requirements for shelf-stable food to maintain product integrity throughout the journey.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, and a phytosanitary certificate if applicable. Additionally, import permits may be necessary for specific food items to comply with Costa Rican regulations on processed and packaged food imports.

DNA utilizes partnered facilities in key logistics hubs, including locations near important ports for strategic storage and fulfillment.

You’re invited to take the DNA “One Test Run Challenge” with a single shipment so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership-focused approach.

DNA Supply Chain offers ocean freight (FCL and LCL), air freight, ground transportation (domestic and cross-border trucking), customs brokerage, and warehousing & distribution, all supported by our SAMMIE visibility platform and dedicated Client Success Officers.