Refrigerated Cargo

Refrigerated Cargo refers to goods that require a specific low-temperature environment during transportation and storage to maintain their quality, commonly seen in fresh food, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. Usage scenarios include refrigerated containers for sea freight, refrigerated compartments for air freight, and cold chain logistics. Precautions: temperature range must be specified (e.g., -18°C, 2-8°C), ventilation requirements, humidity control; when booking, 'refrigerated' must be noted and the carrier's equipment confirmed; when insuring, refrigerated cargo insurance must be added; the bill of lading should show the temperature setting. Difference from 'Frozen Cargo': frozen cargo requires lower temperatures (usually below -18°C), while refrigerated cargo temperatures are typically between 0°C and 10°C, with some perishable items requiring constant temperature. Difference from 'Temperature-Controlled Cargo': temperature-controlled cargo only requires stable temperature, not necessarily low temperature. Foreign trade practitioners must specify temperature clauses, responsibility allocation, and inspection standards in contracts to avoid cargo damage claims caused by temperature control failures.