Shipping Dry Food from Salvador to Charlotte via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food demands moisture-resistant inner packaging such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding Desiccant packs and using “Keep Dry” labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship dry food and bottled drinks together if all items are Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using Dividers for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not damage surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries will require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need Health certificates and Proof of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, insurance providers typically recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your Packaged groceries and Document packaging standards, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard beverages Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for Chocolate snacks, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be stored in a climate-controlled environment to prevent spoilage and maintain quality. Proper packaging is essential to protect against moisture and salt exposure during transit. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the food is compliant with both Brazilian and U.S. food safety regulations to avoid customs issues.

Required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates such as a phytosanitary certificate or health certificate, depending on the specific type of packaged food being shipped. Compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations is also necessary for customs clearance.

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