Shipping Bottled Drinks from Wuhan to Savannah via Ocean Freight

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

You are allowed to ship Snacks and beverages together if every unit is Individually protected and beverages 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 packaged groceries Require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you could be asked for free-sale certificates and certificates of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

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

Most processed food and standard Bottled drinks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. 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 handled with care to prevent damage during transit. It is important to ensure that the goods are securely packed to withstand the rigors of ocean transport, including potential exposure to humidity and temperature fluctuations. Proper ventilation and moisture barriers may be necessary to maintain product integrity.

Shipping packaged food from China to the United States requires compliance with FDA regulations, including proper labeling and documentation to ensure food safety. Importers must file a prior notice with the FDA, and the food products must meet the USDA standards if they contain any meat or poultry. Additionally, customs documentation must be accurately prepared to facilitate clearance at both ports.

We rely on in-house customs brokerage with automation to reduce errors and accelerate clearance, rather than outsourcing to third-party brokers with outdated, manual documentation processes.

DNA’s “One Test Run” offer is an invitation to move a single shipment with DNA so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership, showing how our SAMMIE platform and proactive team perform in a real-world test.

Yes, absolutely. You don’t have to move your whole operation; you can give us one shipment in any mode or lane as a “test run,” and we’ll handle it end-to-end with precision, transparency, and care.