Shipping Packaged Groceries from Yokohama to Manaus via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food demands A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. We recommend adding Desiccant packs and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship dry food and bottled drinks together if Each item is Individually protected and Liquids are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food will require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you May also need Health certificates and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed dry food and bottled drinks, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes Leakage, breakage, and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your Packaged groceries and record how goods are packed, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard beverages Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you Avoid extreme heat and freezing. We 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 carefully to maintain its shelf stability and prevent contamination. It should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to ensure quality, and proper ventilation should be ensured in storage areas to avoid moisture buildup.

Shipping packaged food from Japan to Brazil requires compliance with Brazilian health regulations, including obtaining a sanitary license from the Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (ANVISA). Additionally, all products must be labeled in Portuguese and include necessary documentation such as commercial invoices and certificates of origin.

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