No active recalls affecting North Carolina food service — Updated Feb 7

Food Service Distribution in Jacksonville, North Carolina

Name: Value Source
Address: Atlanta, GA, US
Telephone: (404) 555-1234
Price range: $3,000+

Weekly route truck delivery from our Atlanta distribution center. Reliable service, competitive pricing, flexible minimums.

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15+ Years in Business

500+ Customers Served

98% On-Time Delivery

Delivery

Route Truck Delivery

Frequency

Weekly Scheduled Routes

Lead Time

Order by Thursday

Minimum

$5,000

Fuel Surcharge

43.2% ($3.58/gal)

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What type of business are you?

We work primarily with distributors and wholesalers.

Distribution & Wholesale

Restaurant, Food Truck, or other end-user?

We primarily serve distributors, but we can connect you with one of our distribution partners in your area.

Why Choose Value Source in Jacksonville?

We serve the businesses that big distributors overlook—with better service and pricing that makes sense for your operation.

Competitive Pricing

Access the same wholesale pricing as our Atlanta customers. Our route truck efficiency means competitive landed costs without the freight markup.

Reliable Service

Your route runs the same day every week—build your ordering around a schedule you can count on.

Flexible Minimums

Our minimum is a fraction of what Sysco or US Foods requires for regular service. Perfect for independent restaurants and food trucks.

Custom Print Program

Brand your business with custom-printed cups, napkins, to-go containers, and packaging. We handle artwork, production, and delivery—one source for stock and custom disposables.

What We Supply to Jacksonville

From everyday disposables to custom-printed packaging—everything your food service operation needs.

Disposables & Paper Goods

Napkins & tissues
Plates & bowls
Cutlery & utensils
Foil pans
To-go containers

Custom Print Program

Custom cups
Branded napkins
Logo packaging
To-go bags
Artwork assistance

Proteins

Beef & pork
Poultry
Seafood
Opportunity buys
Closeouts

Eco-Friendly

Compostable containers
Paper straws
Bagasse products
Recyclable packaging

Today's Market Intelligence for Jacksonville Food Service

Real-time commodity prices, freight rates, and import costs that impact your bottom line. Updated daily from USDA, EIA, Freightos, and USITC sources.

Poultry

Whole Chicken

$1.12 /lb ↓ 2.1%

Wings

$2.15 /lb ↑ 3.2%

Breast

$2.89 /lb ↓ 0.6%

Thighs

$1.45 /lb ↑ 0.7%

Source: USDA LMPR

Beef

Choice Cutout

$369.33 /cwt → 0.0%

Select Cutout

$364.53 /cwt → 0.0%

Source: USDA LMPR

Cooking Oil

Soybean Oil

$0.52 /lb ↓ 1.7%

Canola Oil

$0.48 /lb → 0.4%

Corn Oil

$0.55 /lb → 0.1%

Source: USDA ERS

Sugar & Sweeteners

Raw Sugar (ICE #11)

$22.44 /cents/lb ↑ 2.4%

Refined Sugar (ICE #16)

$45.79 /cents/lb ↑ 1.4%

High Fructose Corn Syrup

$28.49 /cents/lb ↓ 0.8%

Source: Trading Economics / ICE Futures

📦 Freight & Logistics

Ocean Freight

Shanghai → Savannah

28 days

$2,840 ↓

Ho Chi Minh → Savannah

32 days

$3,115 ↑

Bangkok → Savannah

35 days

$3,442 →

Guayaquil → Miami

8 days

$1,852 ↓

Source: Freightos Baltic Index (FBX)

Diesel Fuel

$3.58 /gal

↑ 0.8% vs last week

Lower Atlantic (PADD 1C)

Source: EIA Weekly Petroleum Status Report

🏛️ Import Tariffs (Food Service Products)

Product	HTS Code	Origin	General	Sec. 301	AD/CVD	Total
Aluminum Foil (rolls) AD 48.64-106.09%, CVD 17.14-80.97%	7607.11.60	China	N/A	25%	106.09%	136.39%
Aluminum Foil Containers Same AD/CVD as foil rolls	7612.90.10	China	N/A	25%	106.09%	136.79%
Aluminum Foil Containers No AD/CVD or Section 301	7612.90.10	Turkey	N/A	—	—	N/A
Nitrile Gloves (seamless) Seamless rubber gloves	4015.19.11	Malaysia	N/A	—	—	N/A
Vinyl Gloves (disposable) Seamless disposable plastic gloves	3926.20.10	China	N/A	25%	—	25%
Plastic Food Containers	3924.10.40	China	N/A	25%	—	28.4%
Plastic Straws	3917.32.00	China	3.1%	25%	—	28.1%
Paper Plates	4823.69.00	China	Free	25%	—	25%
Paper Napkins	4818.20.00	China	Free	25%	—	25%
Frozen Shrimp CVD order Dec 2024 + AD varies by exporter	0306.17.00	Vietnam	Free	—	~6%	~6%
Frozen Shrimp AD + CVD per Dec 2024 final determination	0306.17.00	India	Free	—	9-11%	9-11%
Honey (natural) Effectively banned - AD order since 2001	0409.00.00	China	1.9¢/kg	25%	221.03%	~247%
Garlic (fresh) Effectively prohibitive	0703.20.00	China	0.43¢/kg	25%	376.67%	~402%

Source: USITC HTS REST API / CBP AD-CVD Database | Effective: 2026-02-07

Last updated: 5 minutes ago | Data sources: USDA LMPR, USDA ERS, EIA, Freightos Baltic Index, ATRI, USITC

Ground Freight Calculator

Estimate trucking costs with dry van and refrigerated rates. Both FTL and LTL options.

Origin ZIP Code

Atlanta, GA

Destination ZIP Code

Jacksonville, NC

Distance (miles) - or enter manually

Load Type

Atlanta, GA → Jacksonville, NC

425 miles

Dry Van

Linehaul$960

Fuel surcharge (43.1%)$414

Total$1,374

$2.26/mile

Refrigerated

+25%

Linehaul$1,201

Fuel surcharge (43.1%)$517

Total$1,718

$2.82/mile

About Fuel Surcharge

Current fuel surcharge of 43.1% is based on DOE diesel index at $3.58/gal. Surcharges adjust weekly with fuel prices.

Estimates based on industry averages. Distances are approximate road miles. Actual rates vary based on capacity, seasonality, and lane-specific factors.

Rates based on ATRI national averages. Fuel surcharge calculated from DOE/EIA diesel index.

Active Food Recalls

Stay informed about food safety recalls that may affect your operation.

No Active Recalls

No active recalls currently affecting North Carolina food service.

Sources: FDA.gov, USDA FSIS. Updated automatically.

Serving Jacksonville & Surrounding Areas

Distance from Atlanta Hub

425 miles / 6.5 hours

Major Corridors

US-17, NC-24

Delivery Schedule

Weekly Scheduled Routes. Order by Thursday.

Major Institutions in the Jacksonville Area

Military & Government

Camp Lejeune, MCAS New River

Higher Education

Coastal Carolina Community College

Healthcare

Onslow Memorial, Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune

Tourism & Hospitality

Marine Corps Base Access, Beaches

"We switched from Sysco two years ago and haven't looked back. The pricing is better, the service is more personal, and when we have an emergency need, they actually answer the phone. For an independent restaurant, that matters."

Marcus T. — Restaurant Owner
Independent Restaurant | North Carolina

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about food service distribution in Jacksonville

What is the minimum order for Jacksonville, North Carolina?

The minimum order for Jacksonville is $5,000. This minimum applies per delivery and helps us keep freight costs manageable while offering competitive pricing on disposables, proteins, and other food service supplies.

How long does delivery take to Jacksonville?

Delivery to Jacksonville typically takes 1-3 business days on scheduled routes. Weekly Scheduled Routes. We maintain a 98%+ on-time delivery rate across our service area.

What products does Value Source supply?

We supply a full range of food service products including disposables (napkins, plates, cutlery, to-go containers), proteins (beef, pork, poultry, seafood), custom-printed products (cups, napkins, bags with your logo), and eco-friendly alternatives. We focus on warehouse-direct pricing to help independent restaurants, caterers, and food trucks compete with larger operations.

What's the difference between hub, route, and freight delivery?

Hub delivery is available for businesses near our Atlanta distribution center with same-day or next-day service and lower minimums ($3,000). Route delivery serves cities on our weekly truck routes with $3,500-$4,000 minimums. Freight delivery via common carrier reaches more distant locations with $5,000 minimums and 3-5 day delivery times.

Do you offer custom printing on disposables?

Yes! Our custom print program lets you brand your business with custom cups, napkins, to-go bags, and packaging. We handle artwork, setup, and production. Custom print orders typically have higher minimums but we offer competitive pricing on repeat orders.

How do I get started with Value Source?

Getting started is simple: fill out our quote request form with your business type, product interests, and estimated monthly spend. We'll respond within 24 hours (usually same day) with pricing tailored to your Jacksonville location. There's no obligation and no corporate hoops to jump through.

What makes Value Source different from broadline distributors?

Unlike major broadline distributors like Sysco or US Foods, we specialize in serving smaller independent operators. Our minimums start at $3,000 (vs. $10,000+), we offer dedicated personal service, and our warehouse-direct model means competitive pricing without corporate bureaucracy.

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