Shipping Food from Paranagua to Portland via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands moisture-resistant inner packaging such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if all items are properly cushioned and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not Soak surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food will require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you might also need free-sale certificates and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, insurance providers typically recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be securely stowed to prevent damage during transit. It should be kept in a dry environment to avoid moisture exposure, which can compromise the integrity of the products. Additionally, temperature regulation may be necessary depending on the specific types of packaged food being shipped, especially if they have specific storage requirements.

Packaged food shipments from Brazil to the United States must comply with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. This includes obtaining appropriate permits and ensuring that all products are labeled according to U.S. standards. Additionally, customs documentation must be accurately completed, including a bill of lading and commercial invoice, to facilitate clearance at the port of entry in Portland.

SAMMIE offers real-time tracking where AI monitors every container and flags delays, reroutes, and transshipment issues before you even ask.

SAMMIE provides Document Intelligence and a Smart Document Hub that auto-tags and organizes bills of lading, customs forms, and invoices, parses and sorts every invoice, BOL, and customs document, and makes it easy for your team to find the right file quickly.

SAMMIE provides proactive alerts by using real-time AI to detect issues in ports, lanes, and vessel activity and flagging exceptions before they escalate.