Frozen Foods
Frozen seafood, frozen produce, prepared foods, and other frozen cargo.
Frozen cargo has more built-in time buffer than fresh product, but it depends entirely on an unbroken freeze from origin to delivery — a single warm-up cycle can compromise texture and shelf life even if the product refreezes. We coordinate frozen shipments to keep that chain continuous through every handoff.
Typical Temperature Range
Frozen cargo is generally held at -18°C (0°F) or below throughout transit, consistent with standard international frozen-food cold chain guidance.
Examples
Handling Notes
- Insulated and palletized packaging helps limit temperature rise during ramp transfers and dwell time
- Frozen cargo should avoid partial thaw-and-refreeze cycles, which can degrade texture and quality even when the product appears intact
Common Documentation
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- FDA prior notice for food shipments entering the United States
- Health or sanitary certificates as required by the destination market
Documentation requirements vary by origin, destination, and specific product — confirm exact requirements for your shipment with our operations team before booking.
Quick Answers
What temperature does frozen foods ship at by air?
Frozen cargo is generally held at -18°C (0°F) or below throughout transit, consistent with standard international frozen-food cold chain guidance.
What documentation is required for frozen foods moving through LAX?
Commonly required: Commercial invoice and packing list; FDA prior notice for food shipments entering the United States; Health or sanitary certificates as required by the destination market. Exact requirements vary by origin, destination, and specific product — confirm them with our operations team before booking.
Does FTE Perishable handle frozen foods at LAX?
Yes. FTE Perishable coordinates frozen foods moving through Los Angeles International Airport — frozen seafood, frozen produce, prepared foods, and other frozen cargo. Coordination covers booking, temperature-controlled handling and storage, documentation, and release or tender at LAX. We are a coordination service, not an airline or a licensed customs broker.
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Shipping Frozen Foods?
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