Shipping Dry Food from Montreal to Memphis via Ground Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks necessitates waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if every unit is Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of processed food typically need itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and Document packaging standards, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard snacks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for Chocolate snacks, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Documentation for shipping packaged food includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and any necessary customs declarations. Additionally, compliance with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations for food imports is essential.

Yes, packaged food must comply with both Canadian and U.S. regulations, including proper labeling, ingredient disclosure, and adherence to safety standards set by the FDA. Importers should also be aware of any restrictions on certain food items.

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