Shipping Dry Food from Surabaya to Puerto Caldera via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food Requires waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding drying agents and using moisture-warning labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship Snacks and beverages together if every unit is Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using cell partitions for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of Ambient food Require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need free-sale certificates and certificates of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your snacks and Document packaging standards, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard Bottled drinks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for Chocolate snacks, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be kept in a controlled environment to prevent spoilage. It is important to ensure that the packaging is airtight and resistant to moisture, as ocean freight can expose the cargo to high humidity levels. Additionally, proper stowage is necessary to avoid crushing or damaging the products during transit.

Shipments of packaged food from Indonesia to Costa Rica must comply with the food safety regulations established by Costa Rican authorities. This includes obtaining necessary health certificates, ensuring that the products meet labeling standards, and adhering to import restrictions on certain food items. It is crucial to check for any updates on trade agreements or tariffs that may affect the shipment.

SAMMIE helps you stay ahead of issues with instant delay alerts, automatic exception flags, and “hot” shipment flagging so you can prioritize critical freight and address problems before they ripple into larger issues.

We offer in-house customs brokerage that handles classification, documentation, and clearance across U.S. and global ports with accuracy and speed, supported by SAMMIE’s delay flagging and ongoing updates from your dedicated Client Success Officer.

With DNA, you get live map tracking with milestone updates and 24/7 access via SAMMIE, while other forwarders often provide only basic carrier links and manual updates that can be delayed or incomplete.