Shipping Snacks from San Juan to San Jose via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food Requires waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding drying agents and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship Snacks and beverages together if every unit is Individually protected and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food Require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you could be asked for free-sale certificates and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard Bottled drinks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be properly sealed and stored in temperature-controlled containers to prevent spoilage during the ocean transit. It is essential to ensure that the packaging is durable to withstand potential moisture and salt exposure from the ocean environment.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary health certificates or import permits mandated by Costa Rican regulations for food products. Compliance with both Puerto Rican export and Costa Rican import regulations is necessary to ensure smooth customs clearance.

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