Shipping Shelf-stable Food from Shunde to Bogota via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands moisture-resistant inner packaging such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding silica gel and using clear handling labels on all ambient food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if all items are securely packed and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using separate inner boxes for beverages so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food will require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of beverages, you might also need manufacturer declarations and origin documentation, especially for beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, insurance providers typically recommend all-risks freight insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and note your packing methods, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages Can be shipped in standard dry vans as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for oil-based dry food, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

The required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and a health certificate or sanitary certificate to comply with Colombian regulations on imported food products.

Yes, packaged food should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage, and must be properly secured to avoid damage during the ocean journey.

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