Shipping Food from Hamburg to Portland via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if Each item is Individually protected and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not Soak surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of Ambient food 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 manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For Packaged 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 accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be properly sealed and stored in a way that prevents contamination. It is important to maintain appropriate temperature controls during transit to ensure the integrity of the food. Additionally, it is crucial to avoid exposure to humidity and potential damage from other cargo.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including proper labeling and documentation. Importers must provide prior notice to the FDA and ensure that all products meet the safety standards established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and other relevant agencies.

We help manage risk and reduce delays by using SAMMIE as a mission-critical platform with live data, predictive alerts, and exception management so importers can manage risk, reduce delays, and reclaim control.

SAMMIE sends smart, preemptive alerts about delays, reroutes, or exceptions so you are notified before you even ask.

Yes, we offer port-to-door service that covers customs and final-mile delivery.