Shipping Ambient Food from Istanbul to Tacoma via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding Desiccant packs and using moisture-warning labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if Each item is securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using cell partitions for beverages so that any leak does not damage surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you May also need Health certificates and certificates of origin, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your snacks and note your packing methods, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks Can be shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for oil-based dry food, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary health certificates or permits, particularly those related to food safety regulations established by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Packaged food must comply with FDA regulations, which may include pre-import notification, adherence to labeling standards, and compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Additionally, customs clearance will require proper declaration and may involve inspections at the port of entry.

Yes, you can. 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.

SAMMIE gives you a live look at shipments from port to final delivery with 18 milestone updates, satellite container tracking, and instant alerts, so your team always knows what’s moving, what’s delayed, and what’s next.

Yes, SAMMIE is built with enterprise-grade security, including role-based access controls, secure cloud infrastructure, and encrypted data transmission so only authorized users can access shipment data.