Transport Methods
1. Road Transport with Refrigerated Trucks
Advantages:
- Ideal for short distances (Ho Chi Minh City - Phnom Penh in just 2-3 days)
- Lower cost compared to air transport, flexible pickup and delivery points
Disadvantages:
Not suitable for ultra-urgent shipments
Recommended Providers:
- Bao Khang Logistics: Diverse truck fleet (1-16 tons)
- Lao Viet Express: 100% compensation guarantee for damaged goods
2. Refrigerated Sea Containers
- Suitable for bulk shipments (full 20ft or 40ft containers)
- Transit time: 5-7 days from Ho Chi Minh Port to Cambodia
- Advantages: Low cost (from 5,000 VND/kg for loads over 1 ton)
3. Air Freight
- Ideal for high-value, small-volume goods
- Transit time: 1-2 days, high cost (from 150,000 VND/kg)
- Note: Limited in size and strict packaging requirements
Reference Price Table 2025
| Weight | Road (Refrigerated Trucks) | Sea (Refrigerated Containers) | Air |
|---|
| Under 20kg | 300,000 - 500,000/package | Not applicable | 150,000 - 300,000/kg |
| 20kg - 300kg | 12,000 - 15,000/kg | Contact for quote | 120,000 - 200,000/kg |
| 300kg - 1 ton | 7,000 - 10,000/kg | 5,000 - 7,000/kg | Not recommended |
| Over 1 ton (FCL) | 5,000 - 7,000/kg | 4,500 - 6,000/kg | Not applicable |
Source: Bao Khang Logistics, Lao Viet Express, Proship
Packaging & Preservation Guidelines
General Rules
- Storage temperature: -18°C to -25°C
- Packaging materials:
- Insulated foam boxes + vacuum-sealed bags
- Use dry ice or frozen gel packs
Instructions by Product Type
- Seafood and frozen meat: Vacuum seal in portions
- Vegetables and fruits: Wrap with protective paper, use ventilated cartons
- Dairy products: Seal tightly, avoid direct contact with dry ice
Customs Procedures & Required Documents
Mandatory Documents
- Certificate of Origin (C/O Form D ASEAN)
- Commercial Invoice + Packing List
- Quarantine Certificate (for food and agricultural products)
- Import permit from Cambodia's Ministry of Health
Important Notes
- Prohibited items: Stimulants, weapons, unknown-origin goods
- Import tax: 5-15% depending on product type
How to Choose a Reliable Logistics Provider
4 Golden Criteria
- Temperature control: 24/7 temperature monitoring equipment
- Cargo insurance: 100% compensation for damaged goods
- Customs support: Full customs clearance services
- Tracking: Real-time shipment location updates
Top-Rated Providers
Bao Khang Logistics
Specialized routes: Saigon - Phnom Penh, cold storage at both ends
Lao Viet Express
Free packaging + COD support
Proship
Competitive refrigerated container prices, official customs clearance
Trends & Expert Advice
- Cost optimization: Use LCL (Less than Container Load) for loads under 1 ton
- Shipping time: Avoid rainy season (June-October)
- New technology: Use IoT containers with automatic temperature alerts
Success story: A frozen durian exporter reduced spoilage rates by 30% by using nitrogen-filled packaging and Bluetooth temperature sensors.
Conclusion
Shipping frozen goods to Cambodia requires careful preparation, from packaging and selecting the right transport method to legal procedures. Always request detailed quotes and consider cargo insurance for high-value shipments!
Contact now:
Bao Khang Logistics: 0767.67.97.87
Lao Viet Express: 0936.377.386
Proship: 0909 344 247
