Shipping Dry Food from Rio Grande to Charlotte via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks demands waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using moisture-warning labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using cell partitions for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of processed food will require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you might also need free-sale certificates and certificates of origin, especially for beverages.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your snacks and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard beverages are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food shipments from Brazil to the United States must comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including registration of the food facility and adherence to the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Additionally, proper labeling and documentation are required to ensure that the products meet U.S. standards.

Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during ocean transport to prevent spoilage. It is essential to ensure that the packaging is robust enough to withstand moisture and pressure changes during transit. Proper documentation, including health certificates and customs declarations, must accompany the shipment to facilitate clearance at both ports.

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