Shipping Processed Food from Tampa to Valparaiso via Ocean Freight

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

You Can ship dry food and bottled 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 beverages so that any leak does not Soak surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food will require 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 beverages.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled 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 note your packing methods, as insurers may Review packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages 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 oil-based dry food, and Routing shipments to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be properly sealed and labeled to prevent contamination during ocean freight. It is crucial to ensure that the products are stored in a temperature-controlled environment to maintain quality, as fluctuations in temperature can affect shelf stability. Additionally, compliance with food safety regulations must be adhered to throughout the shipping process.

Shipments of packaged food to Chile must comply with the country's sanitary regulations, including obtaining the necessary permits from the Chilean Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG). Detailed documentation, including a commercial invoice, packing list, and health certificates, may be required to ensure that the products meet Chilean food safety standards.

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