Shipping Food from Xiamen to New York via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive snacks necessitates moisture-resistant inner packaging such as Foil pouches 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 may ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if all items are Individually protected 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 processed food typically need detailed 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 animal-derived ingredients.

For processed food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, insurance providers typically recommend All-risk cargo insurance 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 shelf-stable food and standard snacks Can be shipped in Ambient conditions 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 handled with care to prevent damage to the packaging, which can compromise food safety. It is essential to ensure that the cargo is stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to maintain its quality. Additionally, proper stowage is necessary to prevent contamination and to keep the products dry and free from pests.

When shipping packaged food from Xiamen to New York, compliance with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations is required. Importers must ensure that all food products are properly labeled, meet safety standards, and are accompanied by the necessary documentation, including a prior notice to the FDA. Additionally, customs clearance will require import permits and adherence to specific import regulations concerning food safety.

DNA manages high-value or time-critical air freight through a strong air freight network focused on speed, security, and control, backed by predictive tracking and responsive logistics experts who support shippers frustrated with delays and silence from large expediters.

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