Shipping Food from Valencia to Memphis via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food demands A sealed inner barrier such as poly bags 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 dry food and bottled drinks together if Each item is properly cushioned 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 will require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, 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 dry food and bottled drinks, We recommend comprehensive cargo cover 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 beverages Can be shipped in non-refrigerated transport 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.

Packaged food must be properly sealed and stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage. It is essential to ensure that the cargo is stowed securely to avoid damage and contamination from other goods.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates for food safety and compliance with U.S. regulations, such as the FDA's Prior Notice for imported food products.

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