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The ocean route from Surabaya to Manzanillo is ideal for transporting fresh produce and frozen food due to its capacity to handle large volumes while maintaining the necessary temperature controls. This route minimizes the risk of spoilage, ensuring that chilled and refrigerated items arrive in optimal condition. Additionally, ocean freight is a cost-effective solution for shipping perishable goods over long distances, allowing for efficient distribution to meet market demands.
Surabaya boasts a modern port equipped with advanced cold storage facilities, enabling effective handling of fresh and frozen food products. The port's strategic location facilitates seamless connections to major shipping lines, ensuring reliable access to international markets. Meanwhile, Manzanillo offers robust infrastructure, including specialized warehouses and transportation services tailored for perishable goods, ensuring a smooth transition from sea to land for these temperature-sensitive items.
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Exporters must follow Indonesian customs regulations, including correct HS codes, export permits, and any sector-specific controls.
Imports require full customs declarations, accurate valuation, and adherence to Mexican NOM technical standards where applicable
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When shipping from Surabaya, Indonesia to Manzanillo, Mexico, anticipate significant delays due to the Southeast Asia Monsoon Season (May-September) and the Indian Ocean Cyclone Season (April-June, October-December). Add buffer days for potential port congestion and communicate closely with carriers for real-time updates. Additionally, secure vessel space well in advance during peak periods like the Christmas Retail Peak (October-December) and the Black Friday and Cyber Monday surge (mid-November to early December) to avoid tight capacity and delays.
When shipping Fresh food, robust packaging is vital to control temperature and moisture. Our team suggests using Insulated cartons with Gel packs for Chilled food and dry ice for f...
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 Refrigerated food 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 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 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 Proper packaging 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 Reefer cargo shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food requires temperature-controlled containers to maintain the integrity of the products during the ocean freight journey. It is crucial to monitor and document temperature levels throughout transit to ensure compliance with health standards upon arrival in Mexico.
Regulatory requirements include obtaining appropriate phytosanitary certificates for fresh produce and ensuring compliance with Mexican food safety regulations. Documentation must include invoices, packing lists, and any necessary permits for the import of perishable goods.
Yes, we provide live tracking with GPS and satellite-based updates that keep you informed from port to door.
Yes, we provide predictive ETAs and real-time updates, supported by SAMMIE’s AI models and tracking capabilities.
Yes, we support FTL, LTL, and drayage services for a range of shipment sizes and needs.
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