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The ocean route from Colombo to Bogota offers a cost-effective solution for transporting fresh produce and frozen food, ensuring long-distance shipping while maintaining product integrity. With temperature-controlled containers, this route is particularly suited for perishable items, minimizing spoilage and maximizing freshness upon arrival. The extensive shipping network facilitates efficient handling and distribution, allowing for a steady supply of chilled and frozen goods to meet market demands.
Colombo boasts a modern port infrastructure equipped with advanced facilities for handling refrigerated cargo, ensuring optimal conditions for fresh food during loading and unloading. In Bogota, the city is supported by a robust logistics network, including cold storage facilities and distribution centers tailored for perishable goods. This combination of infrastructure at both ends enhances the reliability of the supply chain, ensuring that chilled and frozen food reaches consumers in peak condition.
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Exporters must comply with Sri Lanka Customs regulations, including accurate HS classification and valuation.
Importers must register with Colombian customs (DIAN) and ensure that all commercial invoices, packing lists, and air waybills are consistent with the electronic declarations
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When shipping from Colombo to Bogota, prepare for the Indian Ocean cyclone season (April-June and October-December) by building in additional buffer days and securing priority berthing. During the southwest monsoon (June-September), account for port congestion and slow steaming; adjust schedules accordingly. Additionally, plan for potential delays during the northeast monsoon (November-March) due to rough seas. Lastly, secure vessel space well in advance during the Christmas retail peak (October-December) to avoid tight capacity and delays.
When shipping perishable goods, robust packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. We recommend using Insulated cartons with Gel packs for Chilled food and dry ice f...
Preserving the cold chain for fresh produce demands tightly controlled handling. Minimize door-open time during loading and unloading so Reefer cargo does not warm or condense. We ...
For larger volumes of fresh produce, booking the correct container type is critical. We recommend Integrated reefer containers for mixed loads of Refrigerated food and Frozen goods...
Transporting refrigerated food often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need Health certificates, temperature-...
Before pickup, hold perishable goods at the correct temperature: typically 0–4°C for chilled food and −18°C or below for Frozen food. Avoid storing Fresh produce directly on the fl...
Transporting perishable goods successfully demands a continuous cold chain. Use Insulated packaging with the right amount of gel packs for Chilled 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 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 Frozen food at temperature while staying within dry‑ice limits.
Standard cargo policies may restrict coverage for temperature-related loss on chilled food and frozen food. We recommend arranging a policy that specifically covers temperature deviation and spoilage, and declaring the full value of your Reefer cargo. 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 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 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 goods must stay well below zero. If only one temperature setpoint is available, We recommend separating them into different Reefer cargo shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food must be carefully packed in temperature-controlled containers to maintain the required temperature throughout the ocean journey. It is essential to monitor the refrigeration systems to ensure compliance with safe temperature ranges during transit.
Shipping fresh and frozen food from Colombo to Bogota requires specific documentation, including a phytosanitary certificate, health certificate, and commercial invoice, along with customs declarations that comply with Colombian import regulations.
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