Shipping Packaged Food from Mombasa to Cartagena via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding Desiccant packs and using clear handling labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using separate inner boxes for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of Ambient food will require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you might also need Health certificates and origin documentation, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your beverages and record how goods are packed, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for sensitive beverages, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Required documentation includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, phytosanitary certificate, and any necessary import permits as mandated by Colombian customs regulations.

Packaged food must be securely packed to prevent damage during transit, and it should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment if necessary. Additionally, compliance with international food safety standards is essential to ensure the product meets regulatory requirements upon arrival in Colombia.

Yes, you will have a dedicated Client Success Officer who oversees your freight, solves problems proactively, and keeps you informed throughout each shipment.

We say this because a single shipment is enough for shippers to experience our AI-powered visibility, proactive issue management, and partner-level support, and to see how we differ from larger, less responsive forwarders.

Yes, DNA is a strong fit high-volume and enterprise shippers by offering scalable services, custom EDI/API integrations, and expert client support for complex operations.