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The ocean route from San Jose to Genoa is ideal for transporting fresh produce and chilled food, ensuring the integrity of temperature-sensitive products throughout the journey. By leveraging maritime shipping, the logistics allow for bulk handling of refrigerated and frozen food items, minimizing the risk of spoilage. This route also benefits from reduced carbon emissions compared to air freight, aligning with sustainable logistics practices. Overall, the ocean transit provides a cost-effective solution for maintaining the quality of perishable goods.
San Jose boasts a well-equipped port with advanced cold storage facilities, ensuring that fresh and frozen food products are handled with the utmost care prior to departure. In Genoa, the port infrastructure supports efficient unloading and distribution, featuring specialized temperature-controlled areas for seamless transfer to local markets. Both locations are strategically connected to major transportation networks, facilitating smooth access to distribution channels for timely delivery of chilled and frozen items. The combined infrastructure supports the integrity of the supply chain for temperature-sensitive goods.
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Exporters must comply with Costa Rican customs regulations and provide complete electronic export declarations before cargo acceptance.
Imports are subject to European Union customs, product safety, and sanitary-phytosanitary rules, with possible inspections for high-risk goods.
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When shipping from San Jose, Costa Rica to Genoa, Italy, be mindful of the Eastern Pacific Hurricane Season (June-November), which may necessitate alternative routing due to potential disruptions. Additionally, confirm allocations ahead of the Christmas retail peak (October-December) to avoid congestion and delays. During the Mediterranean winter storm period (November-March), allow for schedule variability due to adverse weather conditions. Finally, monitor customs processing to mitigate delays during peak holiday periods (December-January).
When shipping Fresh food, robust packaging is vital to control temperature and moisture. Our team suggests using Insulated cartons with phase-change packs for refrigerated food and...
Maintaining the cold chain for fresh produce necessitates tightly controlled handling. Reduce door-open time during loading and unloading so Reefer cargo does not warm or condense....
For larger volumes of Perishable goods, booking the correct container type is key. Our logistics team recommends Integrated reefer containers for mixed loads of chilled beverages a...
Shipping refrigerated food often involves additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need sanitary certificates, temperature-c...
Before pickup, Store perishable goods at the correct temperature: typically 0–4°C for chilled beverages and −18°C or below for Frozen food. Avoid storing Fresh produce directly on ...
Shipping perishable goods successfully necessitates 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 Reefer cargo.
Yes, Frozen food can in many cases 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. 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 Exclude coverage for temperature-related loss on chilled food 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 Chilled food should stay between 0–4°C, while many frozen goods 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 Reefer cargo is set correctly.
You can sometimes mix Fresh produce and frozen goods 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 perishable goods or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food must be transported under strict temperature controls throughout the journey, utilizing refrigerated containers to maintain the appropriate climate. Additionally, proper packaging is essential to prevent spoilage and contamination during the ocean freight route of 9476 km.
Shipments of fresh and frozen food must comply with both Costa Rican and EU regulations, including sanitary and phytosanitary standards. Import permits, health certificates, and compliance with labeling requirements are necessary for customs clearance in Genoa.
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