Professional logistics services for Chilled Food shipments
United States
Thailand
The route from Newark to Laem Chabang is ideal for transporting fresh produce and frozen food, leveraging efficient maritime shipping options to maintain optimal temperature control. This journey allows for bulk shipments, ensuring that large quantities of chilled and refrigerated food arrive in excellent condition. The ocean route minimizes handling time, which is crucial for preserving the quality and freshness of perishable goods. Additionally, it offers a cost-effective solution for businesses looking to import or export food products over long distances.
Newark boasts a robust logistics infrastructure, including state-of-the-art cold storage facilities and efficient port operations, which facilitate the seamless handling of fresh and frozen items. Laem Chabang, Thailand's largest deep-sea port, is equipped with advanced refrigeration systems and specialized containers to ensure the integrity of chilled and frozen food during unloading and distribution. Both locations provide access to extensive transportation networks, enhancing connectivity for last-mile delivery to retailers and consumers alike.
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Shippers must comply with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and screen parties against U.S. denied and restricted party lists.
Imports are subject to Thai Customs valuation, tariff schedules, and non-tariff measures, including possible import licensing.
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When shipping from Newark to Laem Chabang, anticipate the Atlantic Hurricane Season (June-November) and plan for potential delays due to severe weather. Secure vessel space and inland transport early during peak retail periods like Black Friday and Christmas (November-December) to avoid congestion. Additionally, prepare for delays from winter storms in North America (December-March) and the Southeast Asia Monsoon Season (May-September). Add buffer days to your schedules to accommodate these seasonal disruptions and ensure timely deliveries.
When shipping fresh produce, Proper packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. Our team suggests using thermal liners with phase-change packs for refrigerated food ...
Keeping the cold chain for Refrigerated food demands tightly controlled handling. Reduce door-open time during loading and unloading so frozen goods does not warm or condense. Indu...
For larger volumes of fresh food, Using the correct container type is critical. Our logistics team recommends refrigerated ISO containers for mixed loads of chilled beverages and F...
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 food 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, 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 transported in temperature-controlled containers to maintain product integrity. It's crucial to use refrigerated containers (reefers) for chilled items and frozen containers for frozen food, ensuring that the temperature settings are monitored throughout the journey to prevent spoilage.
Shipping fresh and frozen food requires specific documentation, including a health certificate, phytosanitary certificate, and commercial invoice. Importers must also comply with Thailand's food safety regulations, which may require additional documentation to ensure that products meet local standards.
Yes, DNA provides expedited air options for urgent and high-value shipments when every hour counts.
Yes, DNA includes GPS tracking and digital documentation to keep you informed on your ground freight.
Yes, DNA offers inventory management and reporting to support your storage and fulfillment needs.
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