Shipping Dry Food from Miami to Montreal via Ground Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food necessitates waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using “Keep Dry” labels on all Packaged groceries 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. Most carriers recommend using Dividers for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not damage surrounding Snacks.

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 free-sale certificates and Proof of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

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 list realistic replacement values of your Packaged groceries and Document packaging standards, 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. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for Chocolate snacks, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Shipments of packaged food from the United States to Canada require a commercial invoice, a bill of lading, and may also need a Certificate of Origin. Additionally, specific food safety certifications may be required to comply with Canadian regulations.

Seasonal considerations include potential weather impacts, such as snow and ice during winter months, which can affect ground transportation conditions. It is important to ensure that packaged food is adequately protected from temperature fluctuations and moisture during transit.

Shippers can submit details via our Request a Quote form or talk to our team through the Contact Us page on our website.

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.