Specialized supply chain services for Car Tires freight
Turkey
Brazil
The route from Istanbul to Santos presents significant advantages for transporting automotive parts, primarily due to its efficient maritime pathways. This ocean route allows for the movement of large volumes of vehicle components, ensuring that manufacturers can maintain production schedules and meet consumer demand. Furthermore, the strategic positioning of these ports facilitates connections to various global markets, enhancing supply chain flexibility.
Istanbul boasts a well-developed port infrastructure capable of accommodating large cargo vessels, ensuring seamless loading and unloading of automotive shipments. Similarly, Santos is equipped with modern facilities designed to handle diverse cargo types, including vehicle parts, enabling swift customs processing and distribution. Both locations are supported by robust logistics networks, which further streamline operations and enhance the overall supply chain efficiency.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with Turkish customs regulations, including accurate tariff classification and export declarations through the national single window system.
Imports are subject to Brazilian tariff schedules, licensing rules, and non-tariff barriers administered through SISCOMEX.
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
When shipping from Istanbul to Santos, expect significant delays due to Mediterranean winter storms (November-March) and Suez Canal congestion (January-March). Add extra buffer days for transit times and avoid tight delivery windows during peak periods. Additionally, consider the Brazil wet season (October-March), which may cause localized flooding and extended dwell times. Secure vessel space and equipment well in advance, especially during South America’s fruit (January-May) and soy export peaks (February-June), to mitigate risks associated with high demand and congestion.
When shipping vehicle components, protective packaging Is essential due to medium fragility and moisture sensitivity. Our team suggests using Double-wall cartons with partition ins...
Medium-weight vehicle components need Disciplined handling to avoid impact damage and corrosion. Our operations team recommends clearly labeling cartons of Moisture-sensitive auto ...
For LTL or parcel shipments of car parts, choose Double-wall cartons and, for dense loads, compact cartons to keep weight manageable per piece. Palletized Vehicle parts are best lo...
Because vehicle components often have high unit value and are prone to concealed damage and corrosion, specialized transit coverage Is strongly recommended. Confirm how your carrie...
Medium-weight, moisture-sensitive auto components demand Dry, well-ventilated storage both before and after transit. Keep boxed Car parts on pallets or shelving off the floor to av...
For moisture-sensitive car parts, choose inner Moisture-barrier bags around each component, then place them in double-wall boxes with sufficient cushioning. Seal all seams with Water-resistant tape and clearly mark cartons “Protect from Moisture”. For export or long-duration transit, Consider adding moisture absorbers inside master cartons and, if needed, inside the shipping container.
You are allowed to ship car tires with boxed Auto parts, but it is best that they are physically separated and properly secured. We recommend palletizing boxed auto components and then stacking or racking Tires so they do not press against or rub cartons. Avoid placing heavy loose vehicle tires on top of fragile or moisture-sensitive auto components, as this can cause crushing or punctures during transit.
Fluid-filled vehicle parts such as fuel system components, shock absorbers, or oil coolers can require Hazardous materials declarations, depending on the type and quantity of fluid. Shippers should Check whether the product is classified as dangerous goods under IMDG and IATA regulations and Provide the appropriate safety data sheets (SDS), UN numbers, and packing group information if applicable. Even when not regulated as hazardous, clearly note “Contains Fluids – Keep Upright” on packaging and shipping documents to guide carriers.
High-value vehicle components such as engines, transmissions, ECUs, and safety modules are typically shipped with Full-value cargo insurance. Carrier default liability is usually limited and may not cover the full replacement cost of specialized Automotive parts. Most brokers recommend insuring based on replacement value, documenting serial numbers and condition at pickup, and retaining invoices and packing lists so any claim for loss, impact damage, or moisture-related failure Can be processed efficiently.
To reduce damage in mixed vehicle components pallet loads, arrange the heaviest metal components at the bottom, with lighter boxes and Tires above. Use edge protectors, Stretch wrap plus strapping to stabilize the load and prevent shifting. Keep moisture-sensitive auto components toward the center of the pallet, away from potential leaks or condensation on trailer walls, and Clearly label any fragile or orientation-sensitive cartons so handlers can respect correct handling procedures.
Documentation typically includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and any necessary certificates of origin or compliance specific to automotive parts as required by Brazilian customs.
Seasonal considerations may include weather patterns that can affect ocean freight, such as the potential for storms during certain months, which could impact shipping schedules and port operations at both Istanbul and Santos.
The SAMMIE system enables international teams by providing a single dashboard with all data needed to manage shipments, saving significant time and improving control compared to archaic, time-consuming methods using inaccurate data.
Shippers can submit details via our Request a Quote form or talk to our team through the Contact Us page on our website.
Our operations are fully compliant with CBP, TSA, IATA, and NMFTA standards to ensure secure, lawful, and efficient cross-border operations.
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