Shipping Bottled Drinks from Hamburg to Colon via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks necessitates waterproof protection such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding Desiccant packs and using “Keep Dry” labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if every unit is properly cushioned and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not damage surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of processed food typically need itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you could be asked for Health certificates and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose comprehensive cargo cover that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to Declare the full value of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard snacks are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

When shipping packaged food via ocean freight, it is important to ensure that the cargo is well-protected against moisture and temperature fluctuations during transit. Proper packaging should be used to keep food items shelf-stable, and containers should be sealed to prevent contamination. Additionally, compliance with international food safety standards must be observed.

Shipments of packaged food from Germany to Panama must comply with both German export regulations and Panamanian import regulations. This includes obtaining necessary health certificates, ensuring that products meet safety standards set by the Panamanian Ministry of Health, and providing accurate documentation such as invoices and packing lists for customs clearance.

No, DNA uses in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.

Our “One Test Run Challenge” is an invitation to move a single shipment with DNA so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership, showing how our SAMMIE platform and proactive team perform in a real-world test.

Yes, it’s possible. 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.