Shipping Packaged Food from Kobe to Colombo via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks demands moisture-resistant inner packaging such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding Desiccant packs and using “Keep Dry” labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship dry food and bottled drinks together if all items are properly cushioned and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using Dividers for Bottled drinks 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 snacks, you May also need Health certificates and Proof of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, insurance providers typically recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your Packaged groceries and Document packaging standards, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard beverages are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for Chocolate snacks, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be stored in a dry, cool environment during transit to prevent spoilage and maintain quality. Additionally, it is important to ensure the packaging is robust enough to withstand ocean freight conditions, including potential humidity and temperature fluctuations.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with both Japanese export regulations and Sri Lankan import regulations, which may include obtaining necessary health certificates, ensuring proper labeling, and adhering to food safety standards as mandated by the Sri Lankan government.

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