Shipping Snacks from Manila to Charleston via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food necessitates waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if every unit is securely packed and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not damage surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries typically need itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you might also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard snacks are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be properly sealed and labeled to meet international shipping standards. It is important to ensure that the cargo is stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage and maintain quality. The use of humidity-resistant packaging may also be necessary to protect the food from moisture during the ocean journey.

All packaged food shipped from the Philippines to the United States must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including registration of the food facility and adherence to labeling requirements. Additionally, a phytosanitary certificate may be required, along with appropriate customs documentation to ensure compliance with import regulations.

Our team coordinates with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), the FDA, USDA, DOT, and other regulatory bodies, and we maintain active certifications including C-TPAT and FMC.

Yes, help is available for urgent cases, which are escalated and managed with after-hours monitoring when needed, especially for high-volume or time-critical shipments.

Our company complies with industry best practices and relevant data protection regulations for international shipping and technology platforms, including GDPR and CCPA where applicable.