Secure handling of your valuable Chilled Food freight
Brazil
Turkey
The air route from Guarulhos to Istanbul offers significant advantages for transporting fresh produce and chilled food. With a direct flight path, this option minimizes the time that perishable items spend in transit, ensuring optimal freshness upon arrival. Additionally, the speed of air freight reduces the risk of spoilage, making it an ideal choice for businesses looking to maintain the quality of their refrigerated and frozen food products.
Guarulhos International Airport is well-equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for handling temperature-sensitive cargo, featuring specialized storage areas for both chilled and frozen items. Similarly, Istanbul Airport boasts modern infrastructure capable of managing a high volume of perishable goods, with dedicated cold chain facilities to maintain the integrity of shipments. Together, these airports provide a robust logistical framework that supports the seamless transport of fresh and frozen food across international borders.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Shipments must comply with Brazilian Receita Federal regulations, including proper tax classification and NF-e issuance.
Imports are subject to Turkish customs rules, including advance cargo information, proper valuation, and accurate HS coding.
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
Anticipate potential delays and extended transit times due to the Brazil Wet Season (October-March) and South Atlantic Cyclone Risk (November-April); build in extra buffer days to schedules. Confirm vessel space and trucking capacity well in advance during peak fruit (January-May, September-December) and soy export seasons (February-June) to avoid congestion. Monitor customs processing times during the Western New Year (December 20-January 5) and Eid holidays (March-June) to facilitate timely deliveries.
When shipping Fresh food, robust packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. Our team suggests using Insulated cartons with phase-change packs for Chilled food and d...
Maintaining the cold chain for fresh produce demands tightly controlled handling. Reduce door-open time during loading and unloading so Reefer cargo does not warm or condense. Indu...
For larger volumes of Perishable goods, booking the correct container type is critical. Our logistics team recommends Integrated reefer containers for mixed loads of chilled bevera...
Shipping refrigerated food often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need sanitary certificates, temperature-co...
Before pickup, Store perishable goods at the correct temperature: typically 0–4°C for chilled food and −18°C or below for frozen goods. Avoid storing Fresh produce directly on the ...
Shipping perishable goods successfully demands a continuous cold chain. Use thermal containers with the right amount of gel packs for Chilled 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 food 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. Our compliance team recommends 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 Exclude coverage for temperature-related loss on chilled food and Frozen goods. Insurance specialists generally 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 Chilled 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 temperature-controlled shipment is set correctly.
You can sometimes mix Fresh produce 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 food must stay well below zero. If only one temperature setpoint is available, We recommend separating them into different temperature-controlled shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food shipments require specific handling to maintain temperature control during transit. This includes using refrigerated containers during loading at Guarulhos and ensuring proper insulation to prevent temperature fluctuations en route to Istanbul.
Regulatory requirements include compliance with food safety standards set by both countries. Shipments must be accompanied by the appropriate health certificates, import permits, and must adhere to customs regulations regarding the importation of perishable goods in Turkey.
SAMMIE sends smart, preemptive alerts about delays, reroutes, or exceptions so you are notified before you even ask.
Yes, we offer port-to-door service that covers customs and final-mile delivery.
Yes, we offer U.S. and Mexico cross-border coverage.
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