Shipping Processed Food from San Juan to Fortaleza via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands waterproof protection such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using “Keep Dry” labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is properly cushioned and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using Dividers for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not damage surrounding dry food.

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

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose comprehensive cargo cover that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your Packaged groceries and Document packaging standards, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers 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 must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment to prevent spoilage during transit. Proper packaging is essential to protect against moisture and contamination. Additionally, the cargo should be secured to prevent movement during transport.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with Brazilian Anvisa regulations, including obtaining necessary health certifications and ensuring labeling meets local standards. Import permits may also be required along with customs documentation to facilitate the clearance process at Fortaleza.

Yes, you do. We walk you through onboarding to customize your experience and give you full access to the SAMMIE visibility platform.

Yes, DNA is fully licensed, bonded, and compliant with U.S. and international freight regulations as a Freight Forwarder, with credentials including Freight Forwarder & NVOCC License 019344, USDOT 3458744, MC-1128283, FMC Bond 91385, and C-TPAT Certification 24009050.

Yes, SAMMIE uses trained AI models to match documents, verify charges, and identify anomalies such as duplicate invoices, unmatched line items, or missing customs paperwork.