Shipping Processed Food from New York to Kansas City via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food Requires moisture-resistant inner packaging such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship Snacks and beverages together if all items are Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not damage surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries Require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you might also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, insurance providers typically recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard Bottled drinks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be properly sealed and stored in a temperature-controlled environment to prevent spoilage during the ocean journey. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the packaging is durable enough to withstand potential moisture exposure and handling during transit.

Since both New York and Kansas City are within the United States, the shipment must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including proper labeling and adherence to safety standards for food products. Additionally, any necessary documentation, such as bills of lading and customs declarations, should be accurately prepared to facilitate smooth processing.

DNA Supply Chain maintains over 97% accuracy, with SAMMIE reducing human errors, flagging duplicate invoices, suggesting corrections, auto-matching charges to events and documents, and speeding reconciliation.

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