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The ocean route from Yantian to Xiamen offers significant advantages for transporting packaged food, ensuring the integrity of shelf-stable products. This maritime pathway minimizes handling and exposure to environmental factors, which is crucial for maintaining the quality of processed foods. Additionally, the distance of 442 kilometers allows for efficient bulk shipping, optimizing costs and reducing the carbon footprint associated with logistics. By leveraging this route, businesses can enhance their supply chain reliability for ambient food products.
Yantian is equipped with modern port facilities that streamline the loading and unloading of dry food shipments, featuring specialized containers that preserve product quality during transit. Similarly, Xiamen boasts advanced infrastructure, including temperature-controlled storage options and robust distribution networks. Both ports are well-connected to major transportation hubs, facilitating seamless movement of packaged groceries to inland markets. This infrastructure ensures that processed food products reach their destinations swiftly and safely.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Shippers must comply with Chinese export control regulations on dual-use goods, including licensing where applicable
Imports are subject to Chinese customs, quarantine, and CIQ requirements, including pre-arrival documentation.
DNA Expert Assessment
Low - Domestic or FTA Route
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
When shipping from Yantian to Xiamen, anticipate delays due to the East Asia Rainy Season (May-October) and the Southeast Asia Monsoon Season (May-November). Add extra buffer days for port operations and utilize waterproof coverings for cargo during peak rainfall (June-September). Avoid tight transshipment windows to mitigate congestion and coordinate closely with carriers for real-time updates. Additionally, consider the impact of the Western Pacific Typhoon Season (June-November) by securing flexible routing options and monitoring weather conditions.
When shipping Processed food, robust packing is vital for medium‑fragility items. We recommend using Double-walled cartons with Tight internal dividers for ambient food. For moistu...
Medium-weight cartons of Packaged food are best handled as non-invertible freight, especially where Bottled drinks are packed with Dry food. We recommend clearly marking cartons wi...
Selecting the right shipping container for packaged groceries ensures product integrity and Regulatory compliance. For parcel shipments of Dry food and snacks, We recommend outer s...
Even for shelf-stable Food, exporters must comply with relevant food standards in both origin and destination markets. Ensure all Packaged groceries have Legible ingredient lists, ...
Before pickup and during cross-docking, Keep processed food in temperature-stable, dry areas away from Chemicals. Moisture-sensitive Dry food Should be kept off the floor on shelvi...
Moisture-sensitive Dry food necessitates waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding Desiccant packs and using clear handling labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.
You Can ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if every unit is Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using separate inner boxes for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not damage surrounding Snacks.
Most international shipments of Ambient food typically need itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need Health certificates and origin documentation, especially for Bottled drinks.
For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your beverages and Document packaging standards, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.
Most Ambient food and standard snacks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for Chocolate snacks, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.
Packaged food should be stored in a dry, temperature-controlled environment during transit to prevent spoilage. Proper ventilation and securing against water exposure are essential to maintain product integrity.
Shipments of packaged food must comply with Chinese food safety regulations, including appropriate labeling and documentation to verify that the products meet national standards. Import and export permits may also be required.
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