Safe transport of your valuable Perishable Goods cargo
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The ocean route from Los Angeles to Istanbul offers significant advantages for transporting fresh produce and frozen food. With temperature-controlled shipping options, the integrity of chilled and refrigerated goods is well-maintained throughout the journey. This route also benefits from reliable maritime logistics, ensuring that products are delivered efficiently while minimizing spoilage. The strategic positioning of ports allows for streamlined loading and unloading processes, enhancing the overall supply chain.
Los Angeles boasts a robust infrastructure, featuring advanced port facilities equipped with specialized refrigeration units for handling fresh food and frozen items. The port's access to major highways facilitates quick distribution to various regions in the U.S. Similarly, Istanbul's port is well-structured to manage incoming shipments, providing cold storage facilities and efficient customs processing for imported goods. This combination of infrastructure in both cities supports the effective movement of chilled and frozen products across international borders.
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Exporters must comply with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and any applicable International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) controls.
Imports are subject to Turkish customs rules, including advance cargo information, proper valuation, and fully aligned HS coding.
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When shipping from Los Angeles to Istanbul via ocean, expect significant delays during the Eastern Pacific Hurricane Season (June-November) and North Pacific Winter Storms (November-March). Build in extra buffer days to account for potential port closures and weather-related disruptions. During the peak retail periods of Black Friday and Christmas (November-December), secure vessel space early to avoid congestion. Additionally, monitor customs processing times closely during Ramadan and Eid holidays (March-June) to minimize delays. Always communicate with carriers for flexible cut-off times and routing options.
When shipping fresh produce, correct packing is critical to control temperature and moisture. We recommend using thermal liners with phase-change packs for refrigerated food and dr...
Keeping the cold chain for chilled food demands tightly controlled handling. Minimize door-open time during loading and unloading so frozen goods does not warm or condense. Industr...
For larger volumes of fresh food, selecting the correct container type is critical. We recommend refrigerated ISO containers for mixed loads of chilled beverages and Frozen goods t...
Exporting fresh food often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need Health certificates, temperature-control re...
Before pickup, stage fresh produce 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 floo...
Moving fresh produce successfully demands a continuous cold chain. Use Insulated packaging 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 Reefer cargo.
Yes, frozen goods can often 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 Frozen food at temperature while staying within dry‑ice limits.
Standard cargo policies may limit coverage for temperature-related loss on fresh food and Frozen goods. We 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. Fresh produce typically needs temperatures above freezing, while Frozen goods must stay well below zero. If only one temperature setpoint is available, most logistics providers recommend separating them into different temperature-controlled shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food must be maintained at specific temperature ranges throughout the journey. This requires the use of refrigerated containers (reefer containers) to ensure that the products remain within safe temperature limits. Proper ventilation and humidity control are also crucial to prevent spoilage and maintain quality.
Shipments of fresh and frozen food require compliance with both U.S. export regulations and Turkish import regulations. This includes obtaining necessary health certificates, ensuring products meet Turkish food safety standards, and providing complete documentation for customs clearance, including invoices and packing lists.
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