Shipping Food from Itapoa to Port Everglades via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks demands moisture-resistant inner packaging such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using clear handling labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship dry food and bottled drinks together if all items are securely packed and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using separate inner boxes for beverages so that any leak does not damage surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of processed food will require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you might also need free-sale certificates and origin documentation, especially for beverages.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, insurance providers typically recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard beverages Can be shipped in standard dry vans as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

The shipment of packaged food requires specific documentation, including a commercial invoice, packing list, and a phytosanitary certificate from Brazil. Additionally, compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations is necessary, requiring registration and prior notice submission for food imports.

Yes, imported packaged food must meet U.S. regulations, including labeling requirements and compliance with the FDA's food safety standards. Importers must ensure that all products are properly documented and adhere to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations to avoid penalties or delays.

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.

The SAMMIE platform provides 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.