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The air route from Long Beach to Frankfurt is ideal for transporting fresh produce and chilled food, ensuring optimal temperature control throughout the journey. This direct connection minimizes potential delays, which is crucial for maintaining the quality of perishable items. With efficient handling and rapid transit, both fresh and frozen food items are preserved at their best, meeting the high standards expected in international markets.
Long Beach boasts a state-of-the-art cargo facility equipped with advanced refrigeration technology, which is essential for the proper handling of fresh and frozen goods. Upon arrival in Frankfurt, the airport features dedicated cold storage units designed to accommodate temperature-sensitive products, ensuring a seamless transition from air transport to local distribution. Together, these infrastructures support the integrity of chilled and frozen food during the entire shipping process.
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Shippers must ensure compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and any relevant sanctions programs before cargo is loaded.
All inbound cargo must undergo EU customs clearance, with particular attention to regulated and high-risk product categories.
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
Consider potential disruptions due to the Eastern Pacific Hurricane Season (June-November) and North Pacific Winter Storms (November-March), which may require buffer days in your shipping schedule. Confirm vessel and inland transport capacity well in advance during peak holiday volumes (November-December) and the Back to School demand peak (late July-September) to avoid delays. Additionally, anticipate reduced labor availability during the European Summer Holiday Peak (July-August) and adjust your delivery commitments accordingly.
When shipping fresh produce, Proper packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. Our team suggests using Insulated cartons with phase-change packs for refrigerated fo...
Keeping the cold chain for Refrigerated food 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 fresh food, Using the correct container type is critical. Our logistics team recommends Integrated reefer containers for mixed loads of chilled beverages and ...
Exporting Perishable goods often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need sanitary certificates, temperature-co...
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 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 expedited service. Clearly mark boxes as “Perishable” and specify the required temperature so carriers handle them as temperature-controlled freight.
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 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 food. 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 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. Chilled food 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 temperature-controlled shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
When shipping Fresh & Frozen Food via air from Long Beach to Frankfurt, it is essential to maintain strict temperature control throughout the journey to ensure product integrity. This includes using temperature-controlled containers and monitoring systems to prevent spoilage or thawing. Additionally, proper packaging is required to minimize movement and damage during transit.
Shipping Fresh & Frozen Food from the United States to Germany requires compliance with both U.S. and EU regulations. This includes obtaining necessary health certifications, ensuring products meet EU food safety standards, and adhering to customs documentation requirements. Import permits may also be needed, depending on the specific type of food being shipped.
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