Shipping Packaged Groceries from Yokohama to Shanghai via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food Requires moisture-resistant inner packaging such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding Desiccant packs and using “Keep Dry” labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship Snacks and beverages together if all items are Individually protected and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using Dividers for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries Require detailed invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you could be asked for Health certificates and Proof of origin, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, insurance providers typically recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes damage from moisture and breakage. 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 processed food and standard Bottled drinks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. 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.

Shipments of packaged food from Yokohama to Shanghai require specific documentation, including a Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and a Certificate of Origin. Additionally, a Health Certificate may be necessary to confirm that the food products meet safety and quality standards.

Packaged food imports into China from Japan must comply with China's food safety regulations, including registration with the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China (GACC). The products must also meet the standards set by the National Health Commission of the People's Republic of China, which may include labeling requirements and specific health certifications.

Clients are able to export shipment-level data, invoices, event histories, and landed costs in Excel or PDF format, structured for finance audits, operations tracking, customer service updates, and performance analysis.

Yes, our team is equipped for urgent, oversized, or specialized shipments, including temperature-sensitive cargo, high-value electronics, and complex FF&E rollouts across all modes.

Yes, our team handles it. We manage documentation, declarations, and clearance protocols for electronics, apparel, machinery, and regulated goods such as food or medical devices.