Shipping Ambient Food from Genoa to Vancouver via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding silica gel and using clear handling labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if Each item is properly cushioned and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using separate inner boxes for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you could be asked for manufacturer declarations and origin documentation, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks Can be shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be stored in a dry, temperature-controlled environment during ocean freight to prevent spoilage and maintain quality. Proper ventilation and protection against moisture are also essential to ensure the integrity of shelf-stable food products.

Shipments of packaged food from Italy to Canada must comply with Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations, which include providing detailed product information, ingredient lists, and ensuring that the food meets Canadian health and safety standards. Additionally, import permits may be required based on the type of food being shipped.

Yes, you can. You don’t have to move your whole operation; you can give us one shipment in any mode or lane as a “test run,” and we’ll handle it end-to-end with precision, transparency, and care.

SAMMIE gives you a live look at shipments from port to final delivery with 18 milestone updates, satellite container tracking, and instant alerts, so your team always knows what’s moving, what’s delayed, and what’s next.

Yes, SAMMIE is built with enterprise-grade security, including role-based access controls, secure cloud infrastructure, and encrypted data transmission so only authorized users can access shipment data.