Secure handling of your important Frozen Goods freight
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The air route from Long Beach to Guayaquil is ideal for transporting fresh produce and frozen food, ensuring minimal exposure to temperature fluctuations. This direct connection allows for efficient handling of perishable items, maintaining their quality and freshness during transit. Additionally, the speed of air freight is crucial for meeting market demand and reducing spoilage, making it a preferred choice for suppliers of chilled and refrigerated goods.
Long Beach International Airport boasts advanced cargo facilities equipped with temperature-controlled storage, ensuring that fresh and frozen items are handled with care. In Guayaquil, José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport offers robust customs and logistics support, facilitating the quick clearance of perishable goods. Both locations provide essential infrastructure for seamless distribution, optimizing the supply chain for fresh and frozen food products.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Shippers must ensure compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and any relevant sanctions programs before cargo is loaded.
Imports are subject to national customs controls, duties, and VAT
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
Be mindful of the Eastern Pacific Hurricane Season (June-November) and anticipate potential disruptions due to storms, especially from August to October. Lock in air cargo bookings earlier than usual during the North America Summer Holiday Peak (late June-early September) to avoid tight capacity and elevated rates. Additionally, account for delays during the Back to School demand peak (late July-September) and the Christmas Retail Peak (October-December), as congestion at distribution centers may impact delivery timelines.
When shipping Fresh food, Proper packaging is vital to control temperature and moisture. Most cold-chain specialists recommend using Insulated cartons with Gel packs for Chilled fo...
Maintaining the cold chain for Refrigerated food necessitates tightly controlled handling. Limit door-open time during loading and unloading so Reefer cargo does not warm or conden...
For larger volumes of Perishable goods, Using the correct container type is key. Most carriers recommend Integrated reefer containers for mixed loads of Refrigerated food and Froze...
Shipping Perishable goods often involves additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need phytosanitary or veterinary certifica...
Before pickup, Store Fresh food at the correct temperature: typically 0–4°C for chilled beverages and −18°C or below for frozen goods. Avoid storing Fresh produce directly on the f...
Shipping Fresh food successfully necessitates a continuous cold chain. Use cooler boxes with the right amount of gel packs for Chilled food or dry ice for Frozen food, 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 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 impose 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. Most experts 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 Exclude coverage for temperature-related loss on Perishable goods and frozen food. Most shippers should 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 Proper packaging was used before honoring claims.
Most Chilled 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 check 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 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 food must stay well below zero. If only one temperature setpoint is available, We recommend separating them into different Reefer cargo shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food must be kept at appropriate temperatures throughout transit. Proper refrigeration and temperature monitoring systems are essential to maintain product integrity during the 5662 km air freight journey. Additionally, packaging must be robust to prevent damage and contamination.
Shipments of fresh and frozen food must comply with both U.S. and Ecuadorian food safety regulations. This includes obtaining necessary phytosanitary certificates, import permits, and ensuring that products meet the health standards set by Ecuadorian authorities for food imports.
Yes, we manage AES filings, commercial invoices, packing lists, and export declarations to ensure accuracy and compliance for outbound shipments.
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