Shipping Food from Shenzhen to San Juan via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks Requires waterproof protection such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using clear handling labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship Snacks and beverages together if every unit is properly cushioned and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using separate inner boxes for beverages so that any leak does not damage surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of processed food Require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you May also need manufacturer declarations and origin documentation, especially for beverages.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, most shippers choose comprehensive cargo cover that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard Bottled drinks are shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to ensure quality and safety. It is important to use appropriate packaging materials that can withstand ocean conditions and prevent moisture ingress.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with both U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and any specific import regulations set by Puerto Rico. Proper documentation, including a commercial invoice and a food safety certificate, is required to clear customs.

The platform provides real-time tracking where AI monitors every container and flags delays, reroutes, and transshipment issues before you even ask.

The platform offers Document Intelligence and a Smart Document Hub that auto-tags and organizes bills of lading, customs forms, and invoices, parses and sorts every invoice, BOL, and customs document, and makes it easy for your team to find the right file quickly.

The platform’s proactive alerts work by using real-time AI to detect issues in ports, lanes, and vessel activity and flagging exceptions before they escalate.