Shipping Bottled Drinks from Long Beach to Tacoma via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food demands waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers 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 dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is securely packed and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not Soak surrounding packaged groceries.

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 could be asked for manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. 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 beverages are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. 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.

When shipping packaged food via ocean, it is important to ensure that the cargo is properly secured to prevent movement during transit. Additionally, the packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment to maintain its quality, as fluctuations in temperature can affect shelf stability.

Shipping packaged food within the U.S. requires compliance with FDA regulations, including the submission of a Bill of Lading, packing list, and any relevant food safety certifications. However, since both locations are within the United States, no customs documentation is necessary.

Our operations are fully compliant with CBP, TSA, IATA, and NMFTA standards to ensure secure, lawful, and efficient cross-border operations.

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.