Shipping Food from Savannah to Santos via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food Requires A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding Desiccant packs and using clear handling labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship Snacks and beverages together if Each item is Individually protected and bottled drinks 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 Ambient food Require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you might also need Health certificates and origin documentation, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage 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 Ambient food and standard Bottled drinks Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. 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.

Shipments of packaged food from the United States to Brazil require specific documentation, including a commercial invoice, packing list, and a health certificate confirming that the food products meet Brazilian health regulations. Additionally, import permits may be necessary for certain food items.

Seasonal considerations for this ocean route include potential weather disruptions during hurricane season, which typically occurs from June to November. These weather patterns can affect shipping schedules and should be taken into account when planning shipments of packaged food.

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