Shipping Ambient Food from Rio Grande to Mexico City via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates moisture-resistant inner packaging such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding silica gel and using clear handling labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if all items are Individually protected and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using separate inner boxes for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not damage surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you could be asked for manufacturer declarations and origin documentation, especially for Bottled drinks.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, insurance providers typically recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and Document packaging standards, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for Chocolate snacks, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

When shipping packaged food, it is essential to ensure that the products are properly sealed and stored in a temperature-controlled environment to maintain their quality during transit. Adequate ventilation and protection from moisture are also crucial to prevent spoilage.

Required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, phytosanitary certificate, and any necessary import permits specific to food products. Compliance with both Brazilian and Mexican customs regulations is essential for a smooth clearance process.

Yes, we are fully licensed (FMC #019344), bonded, insured, and C-TPAT compliant, with a digital-first customs process that uses automation to reduce delays, cut risk, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Yes, you will have a dedicated Client Success Officer who oversees your freight, solves problems proactively, and keeps you informed throughout each shipment.

We say this because a single shipment is enough for shippers to experience our AI-powered visibility, proactive issue management, and partner-level support, and to see how we differ from larger, less responsive forwarders.