Shipping Ambient Food from Foshan to Portland via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food demands A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding Desiccant packs and using “Keep Dry” 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 Each item is Individually protected and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries will require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you could be asked for Health certificates and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. 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 processed food and standard beverages Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. 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 securely packed to prevent damage during transit. It is important to ensure that the packaging is moisture-resistant and suitable for long ocean journeys. Additionally, proper temperature controls should be maintained, especially if the packaged food has specific storage requirements.

Shipments of packaged food from China to the U.S. must comply with FDA regulations, including proper labeling and ingredient disclosure. Importers should also ensure that the food products meet U.S. safety standards and obtain necessary import permits. Documentation such as a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and packing list is required for customs clearance.

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