Shipping Processed Food from Zhongshan to Jacksonville via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive Dry food Requires waterproof protection such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding Desiccant packs and using moisture-warning labels on all Packaged groceries shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You Can ship Snacks and beverages together if every unit is Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. We recommend using cell partitions for Bottled drinks so that any leak does not damage surrounding Snacks.

Most international shipments of Ambient food Require itemized invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you might also need Health certificates and certificates of origin, especially for Bottled drinks.

For Packaged food with medium fragility and mixed Snacks and beverages, most shippers choose All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to Declare the full value of your snacks and Document packaging standards, as insurers may assess packaging quality when processing claims.

Most Ambient food and standard Bottled drinks are shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. We recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on temperature limits, especially for Chocolate snacks, and planning transit to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food should be properly sealed and stored to prevent contamination during transit. It is essential to maintain appropriate temperature and humidity levels throughout the shipping process to ensure product integrity, especially for shelf-stable foods. Additionally, securing the cargo to prevent movement during ocean transport is crucial.

Shipments of packaged food must comply with FDA regulations and import requirements, including proper labeling and documentation. Importers must provide a prior notice to the FDA and ensure that all products meet U.S. food safety standards. Additionally, customs documentation, including commercial invoices and packing lists, will be required for clearance at both the export and import ports.

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