Protected handling of your important Chilled Food cargo
Thailand
Mexico
The ocean route from Bangkok to Lazaro Cardenas is ideal for transporting chilled and frozen food products, ensuring they remain at the required temperatures throughout transit. This pathway minimizes the risk of spoilage, making it a reliable option for fresh produce and refrigerated goods. Additionally, the extensive maritime infrastructure supports large shipments, allowing for efficient bulk transport of these perishable items.
Bangkok boasts a well-developed port facility equipped with state-of-the-art cold storage and handling systems, facilitating the export of fresh and frozen products. Similarly, Lazaro Cardenas is equipped with modern logistics capabilities, including temperature-controlled storage and distribution centers, ensuring seamless import processes for chilled food. Both locations provide essential connectivity to major distribution networks, enhancing the overall supply chain efficiency for these perishable goods.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with Thai Customs Department regulations, including accurate HS classification and timely electronic manifest submission.
Imports must include complete commercial documentation, including invoice, packing list, and compliant HS codes for Mexican customs clearance.
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When shipping from Bangkok, Thailand to Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico, prepare for significant delays due to the Southeast Asia Monsoon Season (May-November) and the Western Pacific Typhoon Season (June-November). Add buffer days to schedules and communicate regularly with carriers for real-time updates. Book vessel space well in advance during peak export periods (August-December) to avoid congestion and ensure timely deliveries. Additionally, account for potential disruptions during the Lunar New Year (January-February) and Eid holidays (March-July) to optimize your shipping strategy.
When shipping perishable goods, robust packaging is vital to control temperature and moisture. Most cold-chain specialists recommend using cooler boxes with Gel packs for Chilled f...
Preserving the cold chain for fresh produce necessitates tightly controlled handling. Limit door-open time during loading and unloading so perishable goods does not warm or condens...
For larger volumes of fresh produce, booking the correct container type is key. Most carriers recommend powered reefer units for mixed loads of Refrigerated food and Frozen goods t...
Transporting refrigerated food often involves additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need phytosanitary or veterinary cert...
Before pickup, hold perishable goods at the correct temperature: typically 0–4°C for chilled beverages and −18°C or below for frozen goods. Avoid storing fresh food directly on the...
Transporting perishable goods successfully necessitates a continuous cold chain. Use cooler boxes with the right amount of gel packs for refrigerated food or dry ice for Frozen food, pre‑chill products before packing, and choose a Fast transit service. Clearly mark boxes as “Perishable” and specify the required temperature so carriers handle them as temperature-controlled freight.
Yes, frozen goods can in many cases be shipped with dry ice by air, but dry ice is regulated as a dangerous good. Airlines impose limits on how much dry ice is allowed per package and per shipment, and labels must show the net weight of dry ice and UN1845 markings. Most experts recommend checking carrier and destination rules in advance and combining dry ice with insulated packaging to keep reefer cargo at temperature while staying within dry‑ice limits.
Standard cargo policies may restrict coverage for temperature-related loss on chilled food and frozen food. Most shippers should arranging a policy that specifically covers temperature deviation and spoilage, and declaring the full value of your refrigerated food shipment. Keep packing records and temperature logs; insurers often require proof that Proper packaging was used before honoring claims.
Most chilled beverages should stay between 0–4°C, while many frozen goods products must remain at −18°C or colder. Exact ranges depend on the product type and local regulations. Always check requirements for each item and specify the target range on booking instructions and labels so your temperature-controlled shipment is set correctly.
You can sometimes mix chilled food and frozen goods in the same load, but only if your container or vehicle can maintain separate temperature zones. Chilled food typically needs temperatures above freezing, while frozen food must stay well below zero. If only one temperature setpoint is available, best practice is separating them into different Reefer cargo shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
It is crucial to maintain temperature control throughout the journey, ensuring that fresh produce is kept at appropriate refrigeration levels and that frozen food remains at or below -18°C. Proper insulation and use of refrigerated containers are essential to minimize temperature fluctuations during transit.
Shipments of fresh and frozen food must comply with both Thai export regulations and Mexican import regulations, including obtaining necessary health certificates, phytosanitary certificates for fresh produce, and adhering to food safety standards established by Mexican authorities.
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