Shipping Food from Xiamen to Charlotte via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks necessitates waterproof protection such as laminated liners inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding drying agents and using “Keep Dry” labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You may ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if every unit is securely packed and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using Dividers for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not damage surrounding packaged groceries.

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

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose all-risks freight insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your Packaged groceries and Document packaging standards, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most shelf-stable food and standard snacks are shipped in standard dry vans as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on Maximum storage temperature, especially for Chocolate snacks, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food must be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to maintain quality. It is important to ensure that containers are sealed properly to prevent contamination and moisture ingress. Additionally, the cargo should be secured to avoid movement during transport.

Required documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates such as health certificates and phytosanitary certificates, depending on the specific food products being shipped. Compliance with both Chinese export regulations and U.S. import regulations is essential.

The platform provides real-time tracking where AI monitors every container and flags delays, reroutes, and transshipment issues before you even ask.

The platform offers Document Intelligence and a Smart Document Hub that auto-tags and organizes bills of lading, customs forms, and invoices, parses and sorts every invoice, BOL, and customs document, and makes it easy for your team to find the right file quickly.

The platform’s proactive alerts work by using real-time AI to detect issues in ports, lanes, and vessel activity and flagging exceptions before they escalate.