Shipping Dry Food from Shenzhen to Toronto via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food necessitates waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if every unit is Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries typically need itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you might also need free-sale certificates and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard snacks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Shipments of packaged food from Shenzhen to Toronto must include a commercial invoice, packing list, and a certificate of origin. Additionally, a health certificate may be required to confirm that the food meets Canadian health and safety standards.

Yes, imported packaged food must comply with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations, which include labeling requirements, ingredient lists, and nutritional information. Importers should also ensure that the food is free from contaminants and meets Canadian safety standards.

Our team brings 30+ years of experience with global reach and local touch, using deep carrier relationships to move freight worldwide with precision and white-glove attention at every step.

We rely on in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.

DNA’s “One Test Run” offer is an invitation to move a single shipment with DNA so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership, showing how our SAMMIE platform and proactive team perform in a real-world test.