Shipping Packaged Groceries from Montreal to Chicago via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks demands moisture-resistant inner packaging such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using clear handling labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship dry food and bottled drinks together if all items are Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using separate inner boxes for beverages so that any leak does not damage surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of processed food will require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need manufacturer declarations and origin documentation, especially for beverages.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, insurance providers typically recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard beverages are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Shipping packaged food from Montreal to Chicago requires a commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary certificates of origin or health certificates to comply with U.S. import regulations.

Packaged food imports must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including registration with the FDA and adherence to labeling requirements, as well as any specific import permits that may apply.

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

As a DNA customer, 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.

DNA accepts ACH, wire transfer, and credit card payments, with payment terms set during onboarding and adjustable for specific enterprise requirements.