Shipping Food from Kobe to Memphis via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates moisture-resistant inner packaging such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if all items are properly cushioned and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding packaged groceries.

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

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, insurance providers typically recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and Document packaging standards, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for Chocolate snacks, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be properly sealed and protected from moisture and temperature fluctuations during transit. It is essential to use appropriate packaging materials that comply with international shipping standards to ensure the integrity of the food products.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including prior notice requirements. Additionally, products must be labeled correctly, and importers must ensure that the food meets U.S. safety standards and does not contain any prohibited ingredients.

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