Shipping Bottled Drinks from La Guaira to Houston via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food necessitates moisture-resistant inner packaging such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if all items are securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not Soak surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries typically need detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you May also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, insurance providers typically recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard snacks are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be handled with care to prevent damage during transit. It is important to ensure that packaging is intact and resistant to moisture, as ocean freight can expose goods to humidity. Additionally, temperature control may be necessary for certain types of processed food, even if they are shelf-stable.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, which include prior notice of importation and adherence to labeling requirements. Additionally, customs documentation must be accurately completed to include details such as the product type, quantity, and origin.

Our team provides in-house customs brokerage that handles classification, documentation, and clearance across U.S. and global ports with accuracy and speed, supported by SAMMIE’s delay flagging and ongoing updates from your dedicated Client Success Officer.

Our customers get live map tracking with milestone updates and 24/7 access via SAMMIE, while other forwarders often provide only basic carrier links and manual updates that can be delayed or incomplete.

Shippers have shared that SAMMIE makes managing shipments simple, puts accurate real-time location, status, and ETAs at their fingertips, and significantly reduces the time and effort required to manage many shipments.