Shipping Dry Food from Memphis to Colombo via Ocean Freight

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

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

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you might also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be kept in a temperature-controlled environment during ocean freight to prevent spoilage. Additionally, proper packing materials should be used to protect against moisture and contamination during transit.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with Sri Lankan food safety regulations, including obtaining necessary import permits and adhering to labeling requirements. Documentation such as a phytosanitary certificate and a certificate of origin may also be required.

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