Shipping Processed Food from Fortaleza to Charleston via Ocean Freight

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

You are allowed to ship dry food and bottled 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 liquid items so that any leak does not damage surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries will require 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 animal-derived ingredients.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and record how goods are packed, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard beverages 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 sensitive beverages, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be stored in a dry, cool environment during transit to prevent spoilage. Proper packaging should be used to protect against moisture and physical damage. Additionally, temperature control may be necessary for certain types of processed food to maintain quality.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including prior notice requirements and adherence to labeling standards. Importers must also ensure that the food products meet the safety standards set by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) if applicable.

Yes, our team is able to integrate via robust EDI/API capabilities, mapping fields, automating status updates, pushing documentation, and syncing PO and invoice data with systems like SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, or custom WMS/ERP platforms.

Yes, our system supports user-level permissions so warehouse, finance, purchasing, or customer service teams can access exactly what they need and nothing they don’t.

Yes, our in-house team provides this. Our licensed customs experts handle import/export compliance, HS classification, tariff codes, ISF filings, and coordination with U.S. and international agencies.