Shipping Dry Food from Zhongshan to Puerto Caldera via Ocean Freight

Moisture-sensitive shelf-stable food necessitates A sealed inner barrier such as Foil pouches inside sturdy outer cartons. Our team suggests adding drying agents and using clear handling labels on all processed food shipments, especially when moving through humid or coastal routes.

You are allowed to ship shelf-stable food with drinks together if Each item is Individually protected and bottled drinks are placed at the bottom of the carton. Most carriers recommend using separate inner boxes for liquid items so that any leak does not contaminate surrounding dry food.

Most international shipments of packaged groceries typically need Commercial invoices listing full product descriptions, HS codes, and values. Depending on the destination and type of Food, you might also need free-sale certificates and origin documentation, especially for animal-derived ingredients.

For shelf-stable food with medium fragility and mixed ambient food and drinks, We recommend All-risk cargo insurance that includes spoilage and contamination. Be sure to list realistic replacement values of your beverages and record how goods are packed, as insurers may evaluate packaging quality when processing claims.

Most processed food and standard snacks Can be shipped in Ambient conditions as long as you protect from temperature extremes. Most carriers recommend checking manufacturer guidelines on heat sensitivity, especially for sensitive beverages, and scheduling moves to minimize exposure to very hot or very cold environments.

Packaged food shipments must comply with both Chinese export regulations and Costa Rican import regulations, including obtaining necessary health certificates, complying with labeling requirements, and ensuring the product meets safety standards set by Costa Rican authorities.

Packaged food should be stored in a temperature-controlled environment during transit to maintain quality. It is important to ensure that the packaging is robust to withstand ocean conditions and prevent contamination or spoilage.

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Our company handles international shipping by ocean (FCL and LCL), air (standard and expedited), and domestic or cross-border ground freight (FTL, LTL, and intermodal).

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