Shipping Snacks from Jakarta to Miami via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding silica gel and using moisture-warning labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if Each item is Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using cell partitions for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not damage surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of processed food typically need Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you might also need manufacturer declarations and certificates of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your snacks and Document packaging standards, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard snacks Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for Chocolate snacks, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be securely stowed to prevent damage during transit. It is important to ensure that the containers are moisture-resistant and that temperature controls are maintained if required. Additionally, proper labeling is crucial for customs clearance and to indicate the contents.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including prior notice requirements. Importers must ensure that the food meets safety standards and that all necessary documentation, such as health certificates and commercial invoices, are prepared for customs clearance.

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