Protected handling of your important Bottled Drinks freight
China
Brazil
The ocean route from Nanjing to Santos offers significant advantages for transporting packaged food, ensuring that products such as processed and dry food maintain their quality during transit. This pathway allows for the bulk shipping of ambient groceries, leveraging the capacity of large vessels to efficiently move shelf-stable food items. Additionally, the maritime journey minimizes exposure to temperature fluctuations, which is critical for preserving the integrity of these goods throughout the voyage.
Nanjing's port is well-equipped with modern facilities that cater to the needs of the packaged food industry, including temperature-controlled storage and efficient loading systems. Upon arrival in Santos, the infrastructure supports swift customs clearance and distribution, with specialized handling for dry food products. Both ports are strategically located to facilitate seamless connections to regional distribution networks, enhancing the overall logistics for ambient food products.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with Chinese customs regulations, including proper HS code reporting and complete export declarations.
Imports are subject to Brazilian tariff schedules, licensing rules, and regulatory barriers administered through SISCOMEX.
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
When shipping from Nanjing, China to Santos, Brazil, expect significant delays due to the East Asia Rainy Season (May-October) and the Brazilian Wet Season (October-March). Build in extra buffer days for port operations and confirm flexible routing options during peak rainfall (June-September). Be mindful of potential congestion during the China Golden Week (October 1-7) and the South America Soy Export Peak (February-June). Verify that cargo is adequately secured and that vessels are equipped for adverse weather conditions throughout the year (November-April).
When shipping ambient food, Proper packaging is vital for medium‑fragility items. Most carriers recommend using sturdy corrugated boxes with compartment inserts for shelf-stable fo...
Medium-weight cartons of packaged groceries Should be handled as non-invertible freight, especially where liquid products are packed with snacks. Most shippers recommend clearly ma...
Using suitable shipping container for Food ensures product integrity and damage reduction. For parcel shipments of ambient food, most logistics providers suggest master cartons wit...
Even for shelf-stable dry food, You must comply with relevant food standards in both origin and destination markets. You should ensure all snacks have accurate product labels, batc...
Before pickup and during cross-docking, stage Packaged food in temperature-stable, dry areas away from contaminants. Moisture-sensitive snacks is best kept off the floor on racks w...
Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food Requires waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using moisture-warning labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.
You are allowed to ship Snacks and beverages together if every unit is securely packed and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using cell partitions for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not Soak surrounding Snacks.
Most international shipments of packaged groceries Require 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 certificates of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.
For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your snacks and Document packaging standards, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.
Most processed food and standard Bottled drinks are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for Chocolate snacks, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.
Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment to prevent spoilage. It is important to ensure that the containers are sealed properly to avoid contamination and that they comply with international food safety standards throughout the journey.
Shipments of packaged food must comply with Brazilian health regulations and must be accompanied by proper documentation, including a sanitary certificate issued by the Chinese authorities, and must meet the specifications set by the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply (MAPA).
We rely on in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.
DNA’s “One Test Run” offer is an invitation to move a single shipment with DNA so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership, showing how our SAMMIE platform and proactive team perform in a real-world test.
Yes, absolutely. You don’t have to move your whole operation; you can give us one shipment in any mode or lane as a “test run,” and we’ll handle it end-to-end with precision, transparency, and care.
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