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The ocean route from Valencia to Yantian is ideal for transporting fresh produce and chilled food, ensuring optimal temperature control throughout the journey. This route benefits from advanced shipping technologies that maintain the cold chain, preserving the quality and freshness of perishable goods. Additionally, the extensive maritime infrastructure along this corridor allows for efficient loading and unloading processes, minimizing handling time and reducing spoilage risks for refrigerated and frozen food items.
Valencia boasts state-of-the-art port facilities equipped with modern cold storage capabilities, making it a strategic starting point for the shipment of perishable goods. Yantian, known for its advanced logistics infrastructure, offers robust handling services specifically designed for fresh and frozen food, including specialized containers and temperature monitoring systems. Together, these ports ensure seamless transitions in the supply chain, facilitating the safe and efficient movement of chilled and frozen products.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with European Union export control regulations, including dual-use goods under EU and Spanish law.
All inbound cargo are subject to China Customs inspection, quarantine, and CIQ requirements, especially for agricultural products
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
Very High - Requires Specialized Care
When shipping from Valencia, Spain to Yantian, China, anticipate significant delays due to North Atlantic winter storms (November-March) and Saharan dust (June-August). Build in extra time for port calls and alternative routing to mitigate congestion risks. During the Christmas retail peak (October-December, late January to mid-February, October 1-7), secure vessel space early and avoid just-in-time deliveries to ensure timely arrivals. Monitor schedules closely to account for weather-related disruptions and holiday staffing shortages.
When shipping Fresh food, robust packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. Most cold-chain specialists recommend using cooler boxes with Gel packs for chilled beve...
Maintaining the cold chain for fresh produce demands tightly controlled handling. Limit door-open time during loading and unloading so perishable goods does not warm or condense. W...
For larger volumes of Perishable goods, booking the correct container type is critical. Most carriers recommend powered reefer units for mixed loads of Refrigerated food and frozen...
Shipping refrigerated food often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need phytosanitary or veterinary certifica...
Before pickup, Store perishable goods at the correct temperature: typically 0–4°C for chilled food and −18°C or below for frozen goods. Avoid storing fresh food directly on the flo...
Shipping perishable goods successfully demands a continuous cold chain. Use cooler boxes with the right amount of gel packs for refrigerated food or dry ice for Frozen food, pre‑chill products before packing, and choose a time‑definite 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 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. Most experts recommend checking carrier and destination rules in advance and combining dry ice with insulated packaging to keep reefer cargo at temperature while staying within dry‑ice limits.
Standard cargo policies may Exclude coverage for temperature-related loss on chilled food and Frozen goods. Most shippers should arranging a policy that specifically covers temperature deviation and spoilage, and declaring the full value of your refrigerated food shipment. 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 verify requirements for each item and specify the target range on booking instructions and labels so your temperature-controlled shipment 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. Fresh produce typically needs temperatures above freezing, while frozen food must stay well below zero. If only one temperature setpoint is available, best practice is separating them into different Reefer cargo shipments to avoid freezing perishable goods or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food must be transported in temperature-controlled containers to maintain the required refrigeration or freezing conditions throughout the journey. It is crucial to ensure that the containers are pre-cooled or pre-frozen before loading to prevent temperature fluctuations during transit.
Shipping Fresh & Frozen Food from Spain to China requires compliance with both EU and Chinese regulations, including obtaining the necessary phytosanitary certificates, health certificates for animal products, and adhering to import restrictions on certain food items. Proper documentation must be provided to customs authorities at both ends to ensure smooth processing.
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