Shipping Food from Salvador to Guayaquil via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks Requires A sealed inner barrier such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding Desiccant packs and using clear handling labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship Snacks and beverages together if Each item is securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using separate inner boxes for liquid items so that any leak does not damage surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of processed food Require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you May also need Health certificates and origin documentation, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, We recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your beverages and record how goods are packed, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard Bottled drinks Can be shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for sensitive beverages, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during ocean freight to prevent spoilage and maintain quality. It is essential to ensure that the containers are sealed properly to avoid contamination. Additionally, compliance with hygiene standards is critical throughout the shipping process.

The necessary documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and certificates of origin and health, which verify that the packaged food meets Ecuadorian import regulations. Importers must also ensure compliance with any specific labeling requirements mandated by Ecuadorian authorities.

Yes, we do, including CE North America, where we built a custom EDI feed that pushes real-time shipment updates, documentation, and exception alerts directly into their ERP, eliminating dozens of manual tasks and improving cross-department visibility.

Absolutely, we do full port-to-door service, managing booking, loading, customs clearance, and final-mile delivery with one point of contact and one visibility platform.

Yes, you can. You can see our certifications and compliance credentials, including FMC license, DOT number, and C-TPAT partnership, in the Certifications section of our FAQs.