Shipping Shelf-stable Food from Santo Tomas de Castilla to Boston via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if every unit is securely packed and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not Soak surrounding packaged groceries.

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 beverages, you could be asked for manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

The documentation required includes a bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, and any necessary certificates such as a phytosanitary certificate, as well as compliance with FDA regulations for food imports into the United States.

Yes, packaged food should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment to prevent spoilage and contamination, and it is important to ensure that packaging is robust to withstand the conditions of ocean transport, including humidity and potential exposure to saltwater.

Our ocean freight service uses deep carrier relationships and the SAMMIE platform to move FCL and LCL containers smarter, with fewer surprises, clearer ETAs, and proactive risk flagging before issues develop.

We bring 30+ years of experience with global reach and local touch, using deep carrier relationships to move freight worldwide with precision and white-glove attention at every step.

No, we use in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.