Shipping Bottled Drinks from Shenzhen to Seattle via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding Desiccant packs and using moisture-warning labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if Each item is properly cushioned and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using cell partitions for liquid items so that any leak does not Soak surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you May also need Health certificates and certificates of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your snacks and record how goods are packed, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard snacks Can be shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for sensitive beverages, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage. It's important to ensure that the containers are sealed properly to avoid contamination. Additionally, the cargo should be secured to prevent shifting during transportation.

Packaged food must comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including proper labeling and ingredient disclosure. Importers must also provide necessary documentation, such as a Food Facility Registration and may need to submit prior notice of food shipments.

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