Shipping Shelf-stable Food from Manila to Boston via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food demands A sealed inner barrier such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding Desiccant packs and using “Keep Dry” 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 Each item is securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using Dividers for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not Soak surrounding packaged groceries.

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

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, We recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your Packaged groceries and Document packaging standards, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard beverages Can be shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for Chocolate snacks, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Required documentation includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary certificates such as a phytosanitary certificate or food safety certification, depending on the specific type of packaged food being shipped.

Packaged food must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including labeling requirements and food safety standards. Additionally, the food must be declared to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) upon arrival.

Yes, our in-house team provides this. Our licensed customs experts handle import/export compliance, HS classification, tariff codes, ISF filings, and coordination with U.S. and international agencies.

The system detects potential issues such as rerouted containers or port congestion early, giving our team time to step in quickly, resolve problems, and keep you proactively updated.

Yes, DNA safeguards your data. All shipment, billing, and documentation data is encrypted in transit and at rest, and SAMMIE uses secure protocols and authentication layers to control access.