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The route from Semarang to Suape via ocean is ideal for transporting chilled and refrigerated food products, ensuring they maintain optimal freshness throughout the journey. Utilizing maritime transport allows for larger shipments, accommodating the bulk nature of fresh produce and frozen food, which is essential for meeting market demands. Additionally, ocean freight offers a cost-effective solution for long-distance deliveries, allowing for competitive pricing while preserving product quality. This route is particularly advantageous for businesses looking to expand their reach in the fresh and frozen food market.
Semarang boasts a well-equipped port with advanced cold storage facilities, ensuring that perishable goods are handled with care from the point of origin. The infrastructure supports efficient loading and unloading processes, minimizing the risk of temperature fluctuations during transit. At the destination, Suape's port is similarly outfitted with modern refrigeration units and logistics capabilities, facilitating smooth distribution of chilled and frozen products. Both ports are connected to major transportation networks, enhancing accessibility for further distribution to local markets.
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Exporters must ensure HS code classification and Indonesian export licensing are properly validated.
Imports are subject to Brazilian customs clearance procedures, including advance cargo information and proper NCM (Mercosur tariff) classification
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When shipping from Semarang, Indonesia to Suape, Brazil, anticipate significant delays due to the Southeast Asia Monsoon Season (May-September) and the Brazilian Wet Season (October-March). Add extra buffer days to schedules and confirm flexible berthing windows to accommodate potential port congestion and flooding. Increase cargo protection with waterproof coverings during peak rains (November-February) and coordinate with carriers for real-time updates on schedule changes. Avoid tight transshipment connections, especially during the South Atlantic cyclone risk period (November-April), to mitigate disruptions.
When shipping Fresh food, robust packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. We recommend using thermal liners with ice packs for Chilled food and dry ice for frozen...
Maintaining the cold chain for fresh produce demands tightly controlled handling. Minimize door-open time during loading and unloading so frozen goods does not warm or condense. Ou...
For larger volumes of Perishable goods, booking the correct container type is critical. We recommend refrigerated ISO containers for mixed loads of chilled food and Frozen goods th...
Shipping refrigerated food often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need Health certificates, temperature-cont...
Before pickup, Store perishable goods 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 f...
Shipping perishable goods successfully demands a continuous cold chain. Use Insulated packaging 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 in many cases 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 Exclude coverage for temperature-related loss on chilled food and frozen food. 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 adequate insulation 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 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 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, most logistics providers recommend separating them into different Reefer cargo shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food requires strict temperature control throughout the journey. It is essential to use refrigerated containers that maintain the appropriate temperature for chilled and frozen goods, ensuring compliance with international shipping standards. Proper insulation and monitoring systems should be in place to prevent spoilage during the 15,815 km ocean freight route.
Regulatory requirements include obtaining health certifications and import permits for fresh and frozen food products. These documents must comply with both Indonesian export regulations and Brazilian import regulations, which may include inspections and adherence to food safety standards to prevent the entry of pests and diseases.
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