Shipping Dry Food from Kaohsiung to New Orleans via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks Requires A sealed inner barrier such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding Desiccant packs and using moisture-warning labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship Snacks and beverages together if Each item is properly cushioned and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using cell partitions for beverages so that any leak does not damage surrounding Snacks.

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

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, We recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage 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 shelf-stable food and standard Bottled drinks Can be shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you protect from temperature extremes. 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.

Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment to prevent spoilage during the ocean freight. Proper packaging is essential to protect against moisture and contamination. Additionally, the cargo should be loaded to minimize movement during transit.

The required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and a health certificate issued by Taiwanese authorities. Import permits and compliance with FDA regulations must also be ensured for the packaged food entering the United States.

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