Shipping Food from Le Havre to Long Beach via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using moisture-warning labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if Each item is Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using cell partitions for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not Soak surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food will require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you might also need free-sale certificates and certificates of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your snacks and Document packaging standards, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for Chocolate snacks, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food shipments from France to the United States must comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including prior notice of importation. Additionally, the food products must meet U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards if applicable, and must be properly labeled according to U.S. regulations.

Packaged food should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment throughout the journey to ensure product integrity, especially if it is sensitive to heat or humidity. Proper moisture control and secure packaging are essential to prevent damage and contamination during transit.

We manage high-value or time-critical air freight through a strong air freight network focused on speed, security, and control, backed by predictive tracking and responsive logistics experts who support shippers frustrated with delays and silence from large expediters.

Yes, we are fully licensed (FMC #019344), bonded, insured, and C-TPAT compliant, with a digital-first customs process that uses automation to reduce delays, cut risk, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Yes, you will have a dedicated Client Success Officer who oversees your freight, solves problems proactively, and keeps you informed throughout each shipment.