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The ocean route from Foshan to Fortaleza offers an efficient means of transporting fresh produce and chilled food across vast distances. This pathway minimizes exposure to temperature fluctuations, ensuring that refrigerated items maintain their quality throughout transit. Additionally, the use of specialized shipping containers enhances the preservation of frozen food, allowing for a reliable supply of perishable goods to reach their destination in optimal condition.
Foshan boasts a robust logistics infrastructure, equipped with state-of-the-art cold storage facilities and efficient loading docks to handle fresh and frozen products. The port of Fortaleza is similarly well-equipped, featuring advanced refrigeration capabilities and customs processes tailored to expedite the import of chilled and frozen items. Together, these facilities create a seamless flow of goods, ensuring that fresh and frozen food can be processed and distributed effectively upon arrival.
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Shippers typically route ocean cargo through nearby deep sea ports such as Guangzhou Nansha, so shipping instructions must specify the actual loading port rather than Foshan itself
Imports are subject to Brazilian customs clearance procedures, including complete HS classification and settlement of applicable duties and taxes.
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When shipping from Foshan, China to Fortaleza, Brazil, secure vessel space and inland transport capacity well in advance during critical periods such as the Lunar New Year (mid-January to late-February) and the South America fruit export peak (January-May, September-December). Expect port congestion and longer handling times during these windows, so build in extra buffer days in your transit plans. Additionally, coordinate closely with carriers to manage potential delays from the Brazil wet season (October-March) and the South Atlantic cyclone risk (November-April) to ensure timely deliveries.
When shipping fresh produce, Proper packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. We recommend using thermal liners with phase-change packs for chilled beverages and d...
Keeping the cold chain for Refrigerated food demands tightly controlled handling. Minimize door-open time during loading and unloading so frozen goods does not warm or condense. In...
For larger volumes of fresh food, Using the correct container type is critical. We recommend refrigerated ISO containers for mixed loads of chilled beverages and frozen food that m...
Exporting Perishable goods often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need Health certificates, temperature-cont...
Before pickup, stage Fresh food 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 floor; ...
Moving Fresh food successfully demands a continuous cold chain. Use Insulated packaging with the right amount of gel packs for Chilled food or dry ice for frozen goods, pre‑chill products before packing, and choose a time‑definite service. Clearly mark boxes as “Perishable” and specify the required temperature so carriers handle them as Reefer cargo.
Yes, Frozen food can Usually 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 limit coverage for temperature-related loss on Perishable goods and Frozen goods. 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 correct handling was used before honoring claims.
Most refrigerated food should stay between 0–4°C, while many Frozen food 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 food 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, most logistics providers recommend separating them into different temperature-controlled shipments to avoid freezing perishable goods or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food must be transported under strict temperature controls to maintain quality. This includes utilizing refrigerated containers that ensure appropriate temperature settings throughout the journey. Proper loading and unloading procedures are also essential to minimize temperature fluctuations.
Regulatory requirements include obtaining necessary health and safety certifications for food products, compliance with Brazilian Anvisa regulations, and ensuring all documentation such as import permits and sanitary certificates are in order to facilitate customs clearance in Fortaleza.
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Yes, DNA Supply Chain is fully licensed (FMC #019344), bonded, insured, and C-TPAT compliant, with a digital-first customs process that uses automation to reduce delays, cut risk, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Yes, customers get a dedicated Client Success Officer who oversees your freight, solves problems proactively, and keeps you informed throughout each shipment.
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