Shipping Processed Food from Incheon to Charleston via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding Desiccant packs and using clear handling labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using separate inner boxes for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of Ambient food will require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need Health certificates and origin documentation, especially for Bottled drinks.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your beverages and Document packaging standards, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for Chocolate snacks, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food shipped from South Korea to the United States must comply with FDA regulations, including labeling requirements and prior notice submission. Additionally, it should meet USDA standards if it contains any meat or poultry products.

Incheon Port is equipped with modern facilities for efficient loading and unloading of cargo, including refrigerated containers if necessary. Charleston Port also has robust infrastructure to handle various types of cargo, including packaged food, ensuring compliance with U.S. customs regulations.

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