Shipping Food from Salvador to Nashville via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food demands waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using moisture-warning labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using cell partitions for beverages so that any leak does not damage surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries will require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need manufacturer declarations and certificates of origin, especially for beverages.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your snacks and note your packing methods, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard beverages are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for oil-based dry food, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Shipments of packaged food must include a commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary health and safety certificates. Additionally, a phytosanitary certificate may be required to ensure compliance with U.S. regulations.

Yes, packaged food should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage. Proper ventilation and protection from moisture are also important to maintain product integrity throughout the ocean journey.

Yes, one example is 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.

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

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