Shipping Packaged Food from Lazaro Cardenas to Tacoma via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food Requires waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding Desiccant packs and using clear handling labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship Snacks and beverages together if every unit is securely packed and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using separate inner boxes for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food Require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you could be asked for Health certificates and origin documentation, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to Declare the full value of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard Bottled drinks are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during ocean freight to prevent spoilage. It is essential to ensure that the cargo is securely packed and protected from moisture and contamination throughout the journey.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates such as health or phytosanitary certificates, which ensure that the packaged food complies with U.S. regulations.

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