Rapid transit times and affordable rates for your Chilled Food shipments
South Korea
Italy
The air route from Incheon to Genoa is strategically advantageous for transporting fresh produce and chilled food items, ensuring they arrive in optimal condition. The speed of air freight minimizes the risk of spoilage, making it ideal for perishable goods. This route also provides access to key European markets, enhancing distribution opportunities for suppliers of refrigerated and frozen food products.
Incheon International Airport is equipped with advanced handling facilities specifically designed for perishable cargo, including temperature-controlled storage and rapid processing capabilities. Genoa's port and airport infrastructure support efficient unloading and distribution, with specialized services for chilled and frozen items. Both locations prioritize maintaining the cold chain, ensuring that fresh food products are kept at the required temperatures throughout transit.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with South Korean strategic goods control regulations, particularly regarding high-tech and dual-use items.
Imports are subject to European Union customs, product safety, and sanitary-phytosanitary rules, with potential inspections for high-risk goods.
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
When shipping from Incheon, South Korea to Genoa, Italy, expect significant delays due to Western Pacific Typhoon Season (June-November) and peak holiday volumes (October-December). Include additional buffer days to account for delays during these periods. Book vessel space and equipment well in advance, particularly during peak export seasons (July-October). Monitor weather conditions and adjust cut-off times to mitigate disruptions.
When shipping perishable goods, Proper packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. Our team suggests using cooler boxes with phase-change packs for refrigerated food...
Preserving the cold chain for Refrigerated food demands tightly controlled handling. Reduce door-open time during loading and unloading so perishable goods does not warm or condens...
For larger volumes of fresh produce, Using the correct container type is critical. Our logistics team recommends powered reefer units for mixed loads of chilled beverages and Froze...
Transporting Perishable goods often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need sanitary certificates, temperature...
Before pickup, hold Fresh food at the correct temperature: typically 0–4°C for chilled food and −18°C or below for frozen goods. Avoid storing fresh food directly on the floor; use...
Transporting Fresh food successfully demands a continuous cold chain. Use thermal containers 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 Reefer cargo.
Yes, frozen goods 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. Our compliance team recommends 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 restrict coverage for temperature-related loss on Perishable goods and Frozen goods. Insurance specialists generally 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 beverages 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 temperature-controlled shipment is set correctly.
You can sometimes mix chilled 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 food 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 Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food must be transported in temperature-controlled environments to maintain quality. It is essential to use insulated packaging and dry ice or gel packs to ensure that temperature-sensitive items remain within the required temperature range during transit.
Shipments of fresh and frozen food require compliance with both South Korean and EU food safety regulations. This includes obtaining health certificates, ensuring proper labeling, and adhering to import restrictions on specific food products. Additionally, customs documentation must be accurately completed to avoid delays.
Our air freight services include expedited air options for urgent and high-value shipments when every hour counts.
Our trucking services feature GPS tracking and digital documentation to keep you informed on your ground freight.
Our warehousing services include inventory management and reporting to support your storage and fulfillment needs.
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