Shipping Bottled Drinks from Shenzhen to Chicago via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using clear handling labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if every unit is Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using separate inner boxes for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not Soak surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need manufacturer declarations and origin documentation, especially for Bottled drinks.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and Document packaging standards, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for Chocolate snacks, and Routing shipments 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. Additionally, ensuring compliance with international food safety standards is critical to avoid contamination during transit.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, health certificate, and any necessary import permits as mandated by U.S. regulations for food imports.

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