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The route from Viracopos to Santiago offers optimal conditions for transporting fresh produce and chilled food, ensuring that temperature-sensitive items remain intact throughout the journey. With air freight, the risk of spoilage is minimized, making it a reliable option for distributing refrigerated and frozen food. This route is strategically important for maintaining the quality and freshness that consumers expect, allowing for quick access to markets in Santiago. Additionally, the efficient logistics processes in place enhance the overall supply chain effectiveness for perishable goods.
Viracopos International Airport is equipped with advanced facilities for handling temperature-sensitive cargo, including dedicated cold storage areas and specialized equipment for monitoring conditions. Santiago's Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport complements this with robust infrastructure for receiving and distributing fresh and frozen food, ensuring swift customs clearance and efficient transfer to local distribution networks. Both airports prioritize the integrity of perishable shipments, further solidifying their roles as key hubs in this critical supply chain.
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
Exporters must comply with Brazilian Receita Federal regulations, including complete electronic export declarations (DU-E) before cargo acceptance
All inbound shipment may undergo customs inspection and has to include thorough commercial documentation and airway bills
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
Prepare for increased congestion and prolonged transit times during the Brazilian wet season (October-March) and South America fruit export peaks (January-May, September-December). Confirm vessel space and trucking capacity at least 3-4 weeks in advance to mitigate rollovers. Expect potential delays due to weather-related disruptions and terminal congestion during the holiday season (November-December) and Western New Year (December 20-January 5). Monitor service advisories closely to adjust routing as necessary.
When shipping fresh produce, robust packaging is critical to control temperature and moisture. We recommend using cooler boxes with ice packs for Chilled food and dry ice for reefe...
Keeping the cold chain for fresh produce demands tightly controlled handling. Minimize door-open time during loading and unloading so perishable goods does not warm or condense. Ou...
For larger volumes of fresh food, booking the correct container type is critical. We recommend powered reefer units for mixed loads of chilled food and Frozen goods that must trave...
Exporting refrigerated food often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need Health certificates, temperature-con...
Before pickup, stage perishable goods at the correct temperature: typically 0–4°C for chilled food and −18°C or below for Frozen food. Avoid storing fresh food directly on the floo...
Moving perishable goods successfully demands a continuous cold chain. Use Insulated packaging with the right amount of gel packs for refrigerated food or dry ice for frozen goods, 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 reefer cargo at temperature while staying within dry‑ice limits.
Standard cargo policies may limit coverage for temperature-related loss on chilled food and Frozen goods. We recommend 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 adequate insulation was used before honoring claims.
Most refrigerated 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 food 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 goods must stay well below zero. If only one temperature setpoint is available, best practice is separating them into different temperature-controlled shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food requires temperature-controlled air freight to maintain quality. Proper packaging and insulation are essential to prevent temperature fluctuations during transit. Additionally, cargo must be loaded and unloaded quickly to minimize exposure to ambient temperatures.
Shipments of fresh and frozen food must comply with both Brazilian and Chilean health regulations, including obtaining the necessary phytosanitary and health certificates. Proper documentation must accompany the cargo to ensure customs clearance at both points of departure and arrival.
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