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The air route from Guangzhou to Genoa is ideal for transporting fresh produce and chilled food, ensuring that products maintain their quality and safety during transit. Utilizing air freight allows for rapid delivery of refrigerated food, minimizing the risk of spoilage. This route is particularly advantageous for perishable items that require strict temperature controls, making it a preferred choice for suppliers of frozen food.
Both Guangzhou and Genoa boast advanced logistics infrastructure, equipped to handle the specific needs of temperature-sensitive shipments. Guangzhou's airport features state-of-the-art cold storage facilities, facilitating efficient handling of fresh and frozen goods. In Genoa, the port is well-equipped with specialized unloading and storage systems, ensuring that all perishable items are processed swiftly and safely upon arrival.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with Chinese customs regulations, including accurate HS classification and value declaration.
Imports are subject to European Union customs, product safety, and sanitary-phytosanitary rules, with possible inspections for high-risk goods.
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
When shipping from Guangzhou, China to Genoa, Italy, anticipate the East Asia Rainy Season (May-October) and the Southwest Monsoon (May-November), which can cause delays and congestion. Secure vessel space and trucking capacity well in advance during peak periods, especially around the Golden Week (October 1-7) and Lunar New Year (mid-January to late-February). Plan for longer transit times and potential disruptions due to Mediterranean Winter Storms (November-March) and European Summer Holiday Peak (July-August). Always build in additional buffer days to your schedules to mitigate risks.
When shipping fresh produce, Proper packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. We recommend using Insulated cartons with ice packs for chilled beverages and dry ice...
Keeping the cold chain for Refrigerated food demands tightly controlled handling. Minimize door-open time during loading and unloading so Reefer cargo does not warm or condense. Ou...
For larger volumes of fresh food, Using the correct container type is critical. We recommend Integrated reefer containers for mixed loads of chilled food and frozen food that must ...
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 food, 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 temperature-controlled freight.
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 adequate insulation 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, We recommend separating them into different Reefer cargo shipments to avoid freezing perishable goods or partially thawing frozen items.
It is essential to maintain appropriate temperature controls throughout the air freight process to ensure the integrity of fresh and frozen food. This includes using refrigerated containers for chilled products and ensuring that frozen items remain at sub-zero temperatures. Proper insulation and monitoring equipment should be utilized during transit to prevent temperature fluctuations.
Shipments of fresh and frozen food must comply with both Chinese export regulations and Italian import regulations. This includes obtaining necessary health certificates, ensuring products meet EU food safety standards, and providing accurate documentation such as invoices, packing lists, and customs declarations to facilitate clearance at both the departure and arrival ports.
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