How to Ship Cheese: A Simple Guide

Cheese is tasty and popular. Today, more people buy cheese online, and many small cheese makers want to send their products across the country. That means we need to know how to ship cheese the right way. Daguer Logistics helps companies ship things like cheese safely and fast. If you sell cheese or want to send it to someone far away, this easy guide will help you understand how to do it.

1. Why Cheese is Special

Cheese is not like a T-shirt or a book. It is made from milk and has tiny living things inside it. These things help the cheese taste great, but they also make it sensitive to heat and air.

What makes cheese tricky to ship?

· It has living bacteria that can spoil if it gets too hot.

· Some cheese has a lot of water and can go bad fast.

· It can melt or dry out if the temperature is not right.

But don’t worry if you package and ship it the right way, it will get there just fine.

2. Pick the Right Cheese to Ship

Some cheeses are stronger than others. Hard cheeses are the best choice for shipping.

Good cheeses to ship:

· Parmesan

· Cheddar

· Swiss

· Gouda

· Havarti

Harder to ship:

· Brie

· Ricotta

· Cream cheese

Soft cheeses need special shipping with cold storage. Daguer Logistics can help with that too.

Tip: Start with harder cheeses if you're just learning. They stay good longer and handle travel better.

3. How to Pack Cheese for Shipping

Packing is very important when sending cheese.

Steps to pack cheese:

1. Use a box with insulation

Use a thermal box or foam-lined box to keep it cool.

Put in ice packs to help it stay cold.

2. Wrap it right

Use cheese paper or wax paper. Don’t use plastic wrap.

Cheese paper lets the cheese breathe.

3. Add padding

Use bubble wrap or paper so it doesn’t move around.

Don’t let the cheese touch the ice packs directly.

4. Seal the box well

Use strong tape.

Mark the box as "perishable."

5. Keep labels on

If you’re selling the cheese, keep the original labels.

Daguer Tip: We can pack your cheese boxes and make sure they follow all rules. We even include printed info about storage.

4. Best Way to Ship Cheese

How fast you ship cheese matters.

Basic rules:

· Ship on Monday or Tuesday.

· Pick fast shipping (1 or 2 days).

· Don’t ship before weekends.

Shipping companies:

· UPS Next Day

· FedEx Overnight

· USPS Express Mail

Daguer Advantage: We work with all the top carriers and get great prices. We also track your shipments and give updates.

Example: If you're shipping cheese from Wisconsin to California, we can send it from our Nevada warehouse to make it faster.

5. Shipping Cold Cheese

If you need to ship soft cheese, use cold-chain shipping.

What’s in cold-chain shipping?

· Refrigerated trucks and storage

· Special boxes that stay cold

· Temperature checks

Daguer Cold Services:

· Cold storage buildings

· Cold rooms for packing

Delivery trucks that stay cold in big cities Great for:

· Cheese subscription boxes

· Holiday gift sets

· International orders

6. Shipping Cheese to Other Countries

Sending cheese outside the U.S. needs extra steps.

You’ll need:

· Rules for the country you're sending to (like Canada)

· Food safety forms

· Customs forms

Daguer Helps You:

· We follow FDA rules

· Help with customs

· Store cheese in bonded warehouses

Example: A cheese maker in France can store cheese at our Los Angeles warehouse. From there, we ship it all over the U.S.

7. How to Store Cheese After It Arrives

After your cheese gets delivered, it needs the right storage.

Storage tips:

· Put it in the fridge drawer for fruits and veggies. That spot has the right humidity.

· Wrap it in cheese paper.

· Don’t store it near smelly food.

Hard cheese lasts 3-4 weeks. Soft cheese should be eaten in a week.

Daguer Tip: We can add a little card in your box that explains how to store the cheese.

8. Selling Cheese Online

Selling cheese online is a great business. But you need help with packing and shipping.

Daguer Logistics can help with:

· Managing inventory

· Packing and bundling cheese boxes

· Adding your brand and labels

· Connecting with Shopify, Amazon, and other stores

· Handling returns

Why pick Daguer?

· Warehouses in Los Angeles, Dallas, and New Jersey

· 2-day shipping to most of the U.S.

· Friendly team to help you grow

9. Safety and the Environment

Shipping food means following rules and helping the planet.

Safety rules:

· FDA food rules

· USDA checks for dairy

· Food safety laws

Eco-friendly packaging:

· Recycled boxes

· Gel packs that break down naturally

· Compostable paper

Daguer works with green companies so your cheese is safe and eco-friendly.

Conclusion: Let Daguer Help You Ship Cheese

Shipping cheese is fun and easy when you know how. Choose the right cheese, pack it well, ship it fast, and work with the right partner.

At Daguer Logistics, we help you ship cheese across the U.S., Canada, and even the world. Your cheese will arrive fresh, safe, and ready to enjoy.

Contact Daguer today and let us help your cheese business grow!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I ship cheese without refrigeration?

Yes, if it’s a hard cheese like cheddar or parmesan. Use an insulated box and ice packs, and ship quickly.

2. What’s the best day to ship cheese?

Monday or Tuesday. This helps avoid weekend delays when shipping services slow down.

3. Can I ship soft cheeses like brie?

It’s best to use cold-chain shipping for soft cheeses. Daguer Logistics offers this service.

4. How long can cheese stay in transit?

Try to keep shipping under 2 days. Fast delivery keeps cheese fresh.

5. Do I need special packaging to ship cheese?

Yes. Use insulated boxes, cheese paper, padding, and ice packs.

6. Can Daguer help with international cheese shipping?

Yes! We handle customs, paperwork, and storage in the U.S. and Canada.

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