Shipping Processed Food from Zhanjiang to Jacksonville via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food Requires A sealed inner barrier such as poly bags inside sturdy outer cartons. Most shippers recommend adding silica gel and using clear handling labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship Snacks and beverages together if Each item is properly cushioned and beverages are placed at the bottom of the carton. Our logistics team recommends using separate inner boxes for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding packaged groceries.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries Require Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of snacks, you could be asked for manufacturer declarations and origin documentation, especially for Bottled drinks.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, We recommend comprehensive cargo cover that includes damage from moisture and breakage. Be sure to accurately declare values of your beverages and Document packaging standards, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard Bottled drinks Can be shipped in non-refrigerated transport as long as you keep them within labeled storage temperatures. Our team recommends checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for Chocolate snacks, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to maintain quality. Additionally, it is crucial to ensure that the packaging is robust and resistant to moisture and contamination, given the long ocean freight distance of 14,136 km.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with both Chinese export regulations and U.S. import regulations, including obtaining necessary permits and adhering to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines. Proper documentation, including a bill of lading and customs declaration, is also required to facilitate customs clearance at both ports.

Yes, our team is able to integrate via robust EDI/API capabilities, mapping fields, automating status updates, pushing documentation, and syncing PO and invoice data with systems like SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, or custom WMS/ERP platforms.

Yes, our system supports user-level permissions so warehouse, finance, purchasing, or customer service teams can access exactly what they need and nothing they don’t.

Yes, our in-house team provides this. Our licensed customs experts handle import/export compliance, HS classification, tariff codes, ISF filings, and coordination with U.S. and international agencies.