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The ocean route from Busan to Cartagena offers significant advantages for transporting fresh produce and chilled food. This pathway ensures that perishable items maintain their quality through temperature-controlled shipping methods. Additionally, the long-distance maritime transport provides a cost-effective solution for large shipments, making it ideal for businesses looking to optimize their supply chain. The careful handling of refrigerated food during transit minimizes spoilage and maximizes freshness upon arrival.
Busan boasts a robust port infrastructure with advanced cold storage facilities that cater specifically to the needs of fresh and frozen food logistics. Its strategic location facilitates efficient loading and unloading processes, ensuring quick turnaround times for shipments. Similarly, Cartagena's port is equipped with modern refrigeration systems and customs facilities that streamline the import of perishable goods. Together, these infrastructures support a seamless connection between the two cities, enhancing the overall efficiency of the supply chain.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with South Korean strategic goods control regulations, especially for sensitive technologies.
Imports are subject to Colombian customs valuation, tariff classification, and health and safety requirements.
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When shipping from Busan, South Korea to Cartagena, Colombia, anticipate the Western Pacific Typhoon Season (June-November) by building in buffer days and securing flexible routing options. Anticipate increased terminal congestion during peak holiday periods, particularly around Chuseok and Golden Week (late September-early October) and Lunar New Year (late January to mid-February). Additionally, account for potential delays due to winter storms in the North Pacific (November-March) and the Christmas retail peak (October-December), ensuring timely bookings and documentation to mitigate risks.
When shipping fresh produce, robust packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. We recommend using cooler boxes with phase-change packs for Chilled food and dry ice ...
Keeping the cold chain for fresh produce demands tightly controlled handling. Minimize door-open time during loading and unloading so perishable goods does not warm or condense. In...
For larger volumes of fresh food, booking the correct container type is critical. We recommend powered reefer units for mixed loads of chilled beverages and Frozen goods that must ...
Exporting refrigerated food often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need Health certificates, temperature-con...
Before pickup, stage perishable goods at the correct temperature: typically 0–4°C for chilled food and −18°C or below for Frozen food. Avoid storing fresh food directly on the floo...
Moving perishable goods successfully demands a continuous cold chain. Use Insulated packaging with the right amount of gel packs for refrigerated food or dry ice for frozen goods, 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 Reefer cargo.
Yes, frozen goods can in many cases be shipped with dry ice by air, but dry ice is regulated as a dangerous good. Airlines have 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. We 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 limit coverage for temperature-related loss on chilled food and Frozen goods. We recommend 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 correct handling was used before honoring claims.
Most refrigerated food 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 verify requirements for each item and specify the target range on booking instructions and labels so your Reefer cargo is set correctly.
You can sometimes mix fresh food and frozen goods in the same load, but only if your container or vehicle can maintain separate temperature zones. Fresh produce typically needs temperatures above freezing, while Frozen goods must stay well below zero. If only one temperature setpoint is available, best practice is separating them into different temperature-controlled shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
It is crucial to maintain proper temperature control during transit to ensure the quality and safety of fresh and frozen food. This includes using refrigerated containers for chilled items and ensuring frozen products remain at a consistent sub-zero temperature throughout the journey. Additionally, the containers must be sealed and equipped with monitoring devices to track temperature and humidity levels.
Shipments of fresh and frozen food must comply with both South Korean export regulations and Colombian import regulations. This includes obtaining necessary phytosanitary certificates, ensuring products meet Colombian health and safety standards, and completing customs documentation accurately to avoid delays or rejections at the border.
Yes, DNA provides port-to-door service that covers customs and final-mile delivery.
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DNA manages ISF, AMS, and ACE filings for your shipments.
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