Shipping Packaged Groceries from Norfolk to Ningbo via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding drying agents and using moisture-warning 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 Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using cell partitions 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 May also need free-sale certificates and certificates of origin, 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 Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your snacks 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 Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for sensitive beverages, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be handled with care to prevent damage and contamination. It is important to ensure that the packaging is robust and suitable for ocean transport, as well as to maintain appropriate temperature controls if necessary.

Shipments of packaged food from the U.S. to China must comply with both U.S. export regulations and Chinese import regulations. This includes obtaining necessary permits, ensuring labeling meets Chinese standards, and providing health and safety certifications as required by Chinese customs.

You can export shipment-level data, invoices, event histories, and landed costs in Excel or PDF format, structured for finance audits, operations tracking, customer service updates, and performance analysis.

Yes, we handle urgent, oversized, or specialized shipments, including temperature-sensitive cargo, high-value electronics, and complex FF&E rollouts across all modes.

Yes, we can. We manage documentation, declarations, and clearance protocols for electronics, apparel, machinery, and regulated goods such as food or medical devices.