Shipping Ambient Food from Seattle to Mexico City via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks demands A sealed inner barrier such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding Desiccant packs and using moisture-warning labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship dry food and bottled drinks together if Each item is securely packed and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using cell partitions for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of processed food will require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you could be asked for Health certificates and certificates of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, We recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to Declare the full value of your snacks and Document packaging standards, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard beverages Can be shipped in standard dry vans as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for Chocolate snacks, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be handled with care to prevent contamination and damage. It should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to maintain quality, and proper ventilation is important to avoid moisture buildup. Additionally, items should be securely packed to prevent shifting during transit.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with the regulations established by the Mexican government, including health and safety standards. Import permits and sanitary certificates may be required, and all packaging must be labeled in accordance with Mexican regulations, including ingredient lists and nutritional information in Spanish.

Yes, DNA offers tariff classification and valuation as part of our in-house expertise.

DNA utilizes partnered facilities in key logistics hubs, including locations near important ports for strategic storage and fulfillment.

You’re invited to take the DNA “One Test Run Challenge” with a single shipment so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership-focused approach.