Shipping Shelf-stable Food from Surabaya to Puerto Limon via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding silica gel and using “Keep Dry” 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 Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using Dividers 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 Food, you May also need manufacturer declarations and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to accurately declare values of your Packaged groceries 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 Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for sensitive beverages, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be stored in a dry, cool environment to prevent spoilage and maintain quality during the ocean freight. It is essential to ensure that the packaging is robust to withstand the conditions of ocean transport and to comply with international shipping standards.

Required documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, and health and sanitary certificates specific to food products. Compliance with both Indonesian export regulations and Costa Rican import regulations is essential for a smooth customs process.

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