Shipping Snacks from Manila to Minneapolis via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding silica gel and using clear handling 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 Each item is Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using separate inner boxes for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding dry food.

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

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and record how goods are packed, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard snacks Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for sensitive beverages, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be properly sealed and labeled to prevent contamination during transit. It is important to ensure that the cargo is stowed in a temperature-controlled environment if necessary, to maintain quality and safety throughout the journey.

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

Yes, our system relies on enterprise-grade security, including role-based access controls, secure cloud infrastructure, and encrypted data transmission so only authorized users can access shipment data.

Yes, our team can arrange custom handling such as white-glove delivery, inside delivery, liftgate, and assembly services, especially for retail, hospitality, or medical equipment rollouts.

Once onboarded, you are assigned a dedicated support team led by a Client Success Officer, so you work with real people who know your freight instead of call centers or scripts.