Shipping Food from Laem Chabang to Puerto Barrios via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food demands waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding drying agents and using clear handling labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using separate inner boxes for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries will require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you May also need free-sale certificates and origin documentation, especially for Bottled drinks.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your beverages and Document packaging standards, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard beverages are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for Chocolate snacks, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be properly secured and protected from moisture and temperature fluctuations during ocean freight. It is important to use suitable packaging materials that can withstand the conditions of a long journey and prevent contamination.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with both Thai export regulations and Guatemalan import regulations, which may include obtaining the necessary sanitary and phytosanitary certificates, as well as ensuring that the food products meet labeling and ingredient standards set by Guatemalan authorities.

Yes, one example is CE North America, where we built a custom EDI feed that pushes real-time shipment updates, documentation, and exception alerts directly into their ERP, eliminating dozens of manual tasks and improving cross-department visibility.

Yes, DNA offers full port-to-door service, managing booking, loading, customs clearance, and final-mile delivery with one point of contact and one visibility platform.

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