Shipping Snacks from Hamburg to Atlanta via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks Requires A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding silica gel and using moisture-warning 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 Individually protected and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using cell partitions for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of processed food Require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you could be asked for manufacturer declarations and certificates of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to accurately declare values of your snacks 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 Ambient conditions as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for sensitive beverages, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be kept in a temperature-controlled environment during ocean freight to prevent spoilage. It is essential to ensure proper ventilation and to avoid exposure to moisture, which can compromise packaging integrity. Additionally, goods should be securely stowed to prevent damage during transit.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including registration of the facility where the food is produced. Importers must also provide prior notice to the FDA before the shipment arrives in the U.S. Additionally, all food products must meet labeling requirements and be free from prohibited ingredients.

If you spot an issue, we act fast, and SAMMIE also flags duplicates or anomalies before invoices are sent, with your dedicated Client Success Officer available for clarification.

DNA’s Expert Date is the most accurate dynamic forecasts in the industry, using historical data, live vessel telemetry, weather, and port congestion overlays to go beyond basic status updates.

Our quotes-to-invoice accuracy reaches over 97% accuracy, with SAMMIE reducing human errors, flagging duplicate invoices, suggesting corrections, auto-matching charges to events and documents, and speeding reconciliation.