Perishable Air Freight
Priority air cargo bookings with thermal insulation packaging, dry ice replenishment, and expedited ramp handling for time-critical food and medical shipments.
Cold Chain Expertise
End-to-End Temperature-Controlled Logistics
In international logistics, shipping perishable goods demands far more than basic speed. Maintaining an unbroken cold chain across ocean and air routes requires technical expertise, specialized facilities, and flawless compliance handling.
Asiana USA delivers comprehensive perishable freight solutions designed to protect cargo integrity. From fresh produce and frozen seafood to temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, our cold chain specialists coordinate every step—from factory pickup in Asia to coast-to-coast delivery across the United States.
- Multi-Temperature Control: Precise ambient, refrigerated, and deep-freeze management.
- Strategic LAX Hub: Off-runway cooler storage facility adjacent to Los Angeles International Airport.
- Regulatory Compliance: Pre-clearance assistance for FDA, USDA, and US Customs entry.
Our Services
Specialized Solutions for Perishable Freight
We integrate multi-modal transportation, cold storage, and customs brokerage into one seamless supply chain service.
Reefer Ocean Freight
Active refrigerated container (Reefer) transportation for high-volume agricultural products, meats, and seafood with continuous data-logging monitoring.
LAX Cold Warehousing
Direct airport runway access with multi-zone cooler facilities, allowing immediate transfer and short/long-term storage under strict thermal controls.
FDA & USDA Clearance
Expert processing of Prior Notice filings, Phytosanitary certificates, and tariff quota management to prevent quarantine delays at US ports of entry.
Reefer Drayage & Transport
Dedicated refrigerated container drayage connecting US West and East Coast port terminals directly to your regional distribution centers.
Long-Term Food Storage
Climate-controlled warehouse storage for shelf-stable emergency foods, dehydrated products, and commercial food supplies awaiting nationwide delivery.
Risk Mitigation
FDA & Regulatory Compliance for Perishable Imports
Perishable cargo faces intense scrutiny from regulatory agencies. A single missing document or incorrect HTS classification can cause port holds, spoiling valuable product.
Asiana USA acts as your regulatory line of defense. Our customs brokerage team maintains up-to-the-minute knowledge of federal regulations, tariff quotas, and health inspection mandates. We pre-screen export documents at origin in Asia to guarantee smooth clearance upon landing in the United States.
- Filing FDA Prior Notice and Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) reviews
- USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) clearance support
- Real-time shipment tracking with temperature log verification
Cold Chain FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from international food producers, agricultural exporters, and buyers shipping perishable goods to the USA.
We combine active refrigeration technology (reefer units with continuous monitoring) with passive packaging solutions (gel packs, thermal blankets, dry ice). In addition, our LAX runway facility allows immediate airport transfer into temperature-zoned coolers if flight delays occur.
We regularly transport fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood, frozen meats, confectionery, chocolates, floral products, nutritional supplements, and temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals.
Key documentation includes the Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading / Air Waybill, Packing List, FDA Prior Notice confirmation, Phytosanitary Certificates (for plants/produce), and Health/Veterinary Certificates (for animal products).
Yes. We provide humidity-controlled and ambient warehousing for emergency food supplies, freeze-dried products, and canned goods requiring long-term inventory staging before customer distribution.
Protect Your Perishable Cargo Supply Chain
Consult with our cold chain experts to build a custom temperature-controlled shipping plan tailored to your commodities and delivery timelines.
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