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The route from Viracopos to Seattle is ideal for transporting fresh produce and frozen food due to its extensive air freight capabilities. This air corridor ensures that perishable goods maintain their quality and freshness during transit, minimizing spoilage. Additionally, the efficiency of air transport allows for swift movement, making it a reliable choice for businesses requiring prompt delivery of chilled and refrigerated items. The direct nature of this route further enhances its appeal for companies looking to streamline their supply chains.
Viracopos International Airport is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated cold storage and handling areas specifically designed for perishable goods. This infrastructure supports temperature-controlled environments essential for maintaining the integrity of fresh and frozen food during loading and unloading processes. In Seattle, the airport also boasts specialized cold chain logistics capabilities, ensuring that products are efficiently transferred to distribution centers while preserving their quality. Together, these facilities create a robust network for the seamless transportation of temperature-sensitive shipments.
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Exporters must comply with Brazilian Receita Federal regulations, including complete electronic export declarations (DU-E) before cargo acceptance
All imports are subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, including accurate AMS and ISF filings.
DNA Expert Assessment
Very High - Complex Regulatory Environment
High - Fragile/Moisture Sensitive
Anticipate increased congestion and longer transit times during the Brazilian wet season (October-March) due to heavy rainfall and flooding; add extra buffer days to your schedules. Confirm vessel space and trucking capacity well in advance for the South America fruit export peak (January-May, September-December) to mitigate tight booking competition. Coordinate closely with carriers for potential delays during the holiday season (November-January) and adjust cut-off times accordingly to ensure timely deliveries.
When shipping Fresh food, correct packing is critical to control temperature and moisture. Most cold-chain specialists recommend using Insulated cartons with phase-change packs for...
Maintaining the cold chain for chilled food demands tightly controlled handling. Limit door-open time during loading and unloading so Reefer cargo does not warm or condense. Indust...
For larger volumes of Perishable goods, selecting the correct container type is critical. Most carriers recommend Integrated reefer containers for mixed loads of chilled beverages ...
Shipping fresh food often demands additional documentation beyond a standard commercial invoice. Depending on destination, you may need phytosanitary or veterinary certificates, te...
Before pickup, Store fresh produce at the correct temperature: typically 0–4°C for chilled food and −18°C or below for frozen goods. Avoid storing Fresh produce directly on the flo...
Shipping fresh produce successfully demands a continuous cold chain. Use cooler boxes with the right amount of gel packs for Chilled 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 Reefer cargo.
Yes, Frozen food can often 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 Frozen food at temperature while staying within dry‑ice limits.
Standard cargo policies may Exclude coverage for temperature-related loss on fresh food and frozen food. Most shippers should 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 food 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 food 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 food must stay well below zero. If only one temperature setpoint is available, We recommend separating them into different temperature-controlled shipments to avoid freezing Fresh produce or partially thawing frozen items.
Fresh and frozen food require specific temperature controls during air freight to maintain quality. It is essential to use refrigerated containers and ensure that the cold chain is not broken throughout the journey. Proper packaging is crucial to minimize temperature fluctuations and prevent spoilage.
Shipping fresh and frozen food from Brazil to the United States requires compliance with both Brazilian and U.S. regulations. This includes obtaining necessary phytosanitary certificates, adhering to FDA regulations, and ensuring that all products meet the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards for importation. Proper documentation must accompany the shipment to facilitate customs clearance.
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