Easy Shrimp & Seafood Shipping for Small Business

Shipping fresh seafood is both an art and a science. From dock to doorstep, the clock is ticking — and every degree matters. Whether it’s Gulf shrimp, Alaskan salmon, live lobster, or fresh oysters, your customers expect the same quality at home that they’d get at the market.

That’s where LoBoy insulated shipping coolers come in. Engineered for performance, they keep seafood cold, safe, and fresh through the entire shipping journey.

Watch: Easy Shrimp & Seafood Shipping for Small Business

In this video, we show you step-by-step how to pack seafood so it arrives in perfect condition, whether it’s traveling across town or across the country.

The Challenge of Seafood Shipping

Seafood is one of the most temperature-sensitive foods you can ship. Without the right packaging, freshness can disappear quickly. The main challenges include:

• Strict Temperature Requirements – Fresh seafood should be kept at or below 40°F (4°C) and frozen seafood at 0°F (-18°C) or lower.

• High Moisture Content – Melting ice or condensation can cause leaks and damage outer packaging.

• Odor Containment – Strong seafood aromas can affect other shipments if packaging isn’t sealed correctly.

• Fast Spoilage Risk – Even slight temperature abuse can impact flavor, texture, and safety.

The LoBoy Advantage for Seafood Shipping

LoBoy coolers are specifically designed for cold-chain shipping of perishable products like seafood. Their benefits include:

• Fully fused EPS foam walls for maximum insulation.

• Thick construction to minimize temperature fluctuations.

• Leak-resistant design to prevent messy drips.

• Independent lab-tested performance to verify cold retention.

When paired with LoBoy Gel-Ice Packs or optional dry ice, they provide the ideal environment for keeping seafood in safe temperature ranges until delivery.

Step-by-Step: Packing Seafood for Shipping

The method shown in the video is trusted by seafood markets and suppliers nationwide:

1. Chill Seafood Before Packing
   Start with seafood that is already properly chilled or frozen. Pre-chilling reduces the work your cooling materials need to do in transit.

2. Select the Right Cooler Size
   Choose a LoBoy cooler that matches your shipment volume. Too much empty space means faster temperature loss.

3. Add Cooling Material
   Place gel-ice packs evenly above and below the product for chilled seafood. Use dry ice for frozen seafood when longer cold retention is needed — and remember to follow carrier labeling requirements.

4. Moisture Protection
   Wrap seafood in moisture-resistant packaging to contain any natural juices and prevent damage to the cooler or box.

5. Seal the Cooler
   Close the lid securely to trap cold air. LoBoy’s fused lid construction prevents gaps that can let warm air in.

6. Place in Outer Shipping Box
   Use a sturdy corrugated box to hold the cooler. Fill any extra space with packing material to keep the cooler from shifting.

7. Label Clearly
   Mark shipments as “Perishable” and “Keep Refrigerated” (or “Frozen” as needed). If using dry ice, apply the proper hazardous material label.

Brand Every Shipment for Maximum Impact

Seafood shipments aren’t just products — they’re an opportunity to make your brand unforgettable. By adding a custom logo label to your LoBoy coolers, you create a mini billboard that greets your customer the moment they open their door.

This professional touch reinforces trust, boosts recognition, and turns an ordinary delivery into a memorable unboxing. Learn more about custom logo label styrofoam coolers here.

Best Practices for Shipping Seafood

Even with the best packaging, shipping strategy matters:

• Ship Early in the Week – Avoid weekend delays by sending Monday–Wednesday.

• Monitor Weather Conditions – Increase cooling material in hot weather.

• Verify Carrier Rules – UPS, FedEx, and USPS each have specific requirements for shipping perishables and dry ice.

• Ensure Address Accuracy – Delivery errors can ruin a perishable shipment.

The Customer Experience Matters

When your customer opens a LoBoy cooler filled with perfectly chilled seafood, you’re not just delivering dinner — you’re delivering confidence in your brand.

A clean, cold, and well-branded delivery says you take product quality seriously. And in a competitive market, that extra assurance can turn a one-time buyer into a repeat customer.

From Dock to Door – LoBoy Keeps It Fresh

Whether you’re shipping shrimp to a restaurant, lobster tails to a gift recipient, or salmon fillets to a meal kit subscriber, LoBoy insulated coolers protect the freshness you worked so hard to harvest.

Combine durable insulation, smart cooling options, and your own custom branding, and every seafood delivery becomes a showcase for your business.