Shipping Packaged Food from Genoa to Chicago via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food Requires moisture-resistant inner packaging such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using moisture-warning labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship Snacks and beverages together if all items are Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using cell partitions for liquid items so that any leak does not damage surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food Require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need manufacturer declarations and certificates of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, insurance providers typically recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your snacks and record how goods are packed, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard Bottled drinks Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for sensitive beverages, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be properly secured to prevent damage during transit, and it should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment if necessary. Additionally, moisture and contamination prevention measures should be implemented to maintain product integrity.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary health and safety certifications specific to food products. Compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations is also mandatory for entry into the United States.

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Human verification plays a key role because before arrival, our team verifies data to complement live carrier feeds, port tracking, and AI rules, improving the accuracy of our DNA Expert ETA.

Yes, we provide live tracking with GPS and satellite-based updates that keep you informed from port to door.