Shipping Pharma Products from Durban to San Juan via Ocean Freight

Shipping temperature-sensitive medicines demands tested thermal shippers, suitable refrigerants, and Continuous temperature monitoring. Use an express service where possible, Pre-condition gel packs, and place a data logger in the carton to verify that medical drugs stayed within their labeled temperature range.

Fragile glass vials of Medicines must be packed in compartmental inserts with 360-degree padding. Set trays inside a Rigid outer carton and Fill void-fill so nothing moves. For moisture-sensitive medical drugs, Combine this with moisture-barrier inner bags and desiccants.

International shipments of Pharmaceutical goods typically demand a detailed commercial invoice, packing list, and any permits required by the importing country. Most regulated markets also ask for Certificates of Analysis, proof of GDP-compliant handling, and clear temperature instructions for cold-chain medicines. Always confirm requirements with your customs broker before shipping.

For moisture-sensitive Medicines, select high-barrier bags plus desiccant sachets inside the packaging. Secure cartons tightly, avoid damaged boxes, and select transport options that Limit exposure to rain and high humidity, such as covered docks and climate-controlled linehaul for medical drugs.

High-value Pharma products generally need enhanced cargo insurance that covers temperature excursions, breakage, and theft. Consult an insurer familiar with pharmaceutical goods, specify the full replacement value, and Keep temperature and handling records so claims can be processed efficiently if something goes wrong.

Pharmaceuticals require temperature-controlled environments during transit to maintain efficacy, necessitating the use of refrigerated containers. Additionally, they should be protected from humidity and physical damage, and proper labeling is essential to ensure compliance with handling regulations.

Shipments must comply with both South African and Puerto Rican regulations, including obtaining necessary import permits from Puerto Rican authorities, ensuring all pharmaceuticals are registered and approved for use in Puerto Rico, and adhering to documentation requirements, such as certificates of analysis and bills of lading.

Customers have reported real-time updates on delays, a reduction in tracking time from 25–30 hours per week to 2–3 hours per week, more efficient management of many shipments, and the ability to quickly and efficiently update their own customers on project-based ocean freight shipments.

Teams can expect 50% less time spent tracking shipments, immediate visibility, fewer shipment errors and missed handoffs, better alignment between purchasing, logistics, and finance, and lower overhead with fewer manual check-ins.

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