Shipping Bottled Drinks from Ho Chi Minh City to Chicago via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food demands waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries will require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you May also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard beverages are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be kept in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to ensure product integrity. It is essential to use appropriate packaging materials that protect against moisture and contamination. Additionally, proper labeling is required to indicate the contents and handling instructions.

Shipments of packaged food from Vietnam to the United States must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including registration of food facilities and prior notice of shipment. Additionally, all products must meet the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements, including accurate documentation and adherence to import tariffs.

We rely on in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.

DNA’s “One Test Run” offer 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, absolutely. 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.