Shipping Packaged Groceries from Miami to Savannah via Ground Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands moisture-resistant inner packaging such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using “Keep Dry” labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if all items are properly cushioned and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using Dividers for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food will require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you might also need free-sale certificates and Proof of origin, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, insurance providers typically recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your Packaged groceries and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be stored in temperature-controlled environments to prevent spoilage, particularly in warmer months. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the packaging is intact and that food safety regulations are followed to maintain product integrity.

Since both Miami and Savannah are within the United States, there are no customs requirements for domestic transport. However, all packaged food must comply with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and labeling requirements.

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