Professional supply chain services for Chilled Food shipments
Vietnam
Turkey
The route from Haiphong to Istanbul offers a strategic advantage for transporting fresh produce and frozen food due to its extensive maritime network. This ocean route efficiently connects key markets, ensuring that chilled and refrigerated items maintain their quality during transit. The shipping conditions are optimized for temperature control, enhancing the freshness of perishable goods upon arrival. Additionally, this pathway supports a diverse range of food products, meeting the demands of various consumer preferences.
Haiphong boasts a modern port infrastructure equipped with advanced cold storage facilities, essential for handling fresh and frozen food shipments. The port is well-connected to major road and rail networks, facilitating seamless distribution to inland destinations. In Istanbul, the port offers robust capabilities for processing and distributing perishable goods, with specialized equipment to maintain optimal conditions during unloading. This synergy between the two ports ensures that fresh food and frozen products are efficiently managed throughout the supply chain.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with Vietnamese customs regulations, including accurate HS classification and origin documentation.
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
Very High - Requires Specialized Care
When shipping from Haiphong, Vietnam to Istanbul, Turkey, anticipate significant delays due to the Southeast Asia Monsoon Season (May-September) and Western Pacific Typhoon Season (June-November). Add buffer days to your schedules and book vessel space well in advance, especially during peak periods like the Asia-Europe export peak (August-November) and the Christmas retail peak (October-December). Coordinate closely with carriers for real-time updates, as delays can occur at ports and along inland routes. Account for potential disruptions during public holidays, such as the Western New Year (December 20-January 5) and Eid holidays (March-July).
When shipping Fresh food, robust packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. We recommend using cooler boxes with phase-change packs for refrigerated food and dry ic...
Maintaining 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...
For larger volumes of Perishable goods, booking the correct container type is critical. We recommend powered reefer units for mixed loads of chilled beverages and frozen food that ...
Shipping refrigerated food often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need Health certificates, temperature-cont...
Before pickup, Store 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...
Shipping 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 expedited service. Clearly mark boxes as “Perishable” and specify the required temperature so carriers handle them as temperature-controlled freight.
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. 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 Exclude 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 refrigerated food shipment. 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 Reefer cargo 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. Chilled food 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 perishable goods or partially thawing frozen items.
When shipping fresh and frozen food via ocean freight, it is crucial to maintain appropriate temperature controls throughout the journey to prevent spoilage. This includes utilizing refrigerated containers (reefers) that can sustain the required temperature for both chilled and frozen products. Proper loading and unloading procedures at both ports must also be followed to minimize exposure to ambient temperatures.
Regulatory requirements include compliance with Turkish food safety standards and import regulations, which may require specific documentation such as health certificates, phytosanitary certificates, and customs declarations. It is essential to ensure that all products meet Turkish regulations regarding food quality and safety to avoid delays at customs in Istanbul.
Yes, we offer expedited air options for urgent and high-value shipments when every hour counts.
Yes, we provide GPS tracking and digital documentation to keep you informed on your ground freight.
Yes, we provide inventory management and reporting to support your storage and fulfillment needs.
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