Imagine a shipment of tangerines is bright and uniform at the origin, but during unloading, some cartons are softened in the back of the vehicle. Such a dispute is usually not resolved by a photo of the day of loading; We must know from the beginning what the quality of each pallet was, how the load was arranged and how the transportation temperature was controlled. This operational view is the starting point for product selection and setting up an export order.
What is the difference between Russia, Armenia and Uzbekistan?
Destination should not be specified only based on the name of the country in the pre-invoice. Quarantine requirements, specifications agreed with the buyer and delivery route must be clear for the same shipment. Russia and Armenia follow the common quarantine framework of the Eurasian Economic Union; Uzbekistan has its own import regulations. This difference does not mean that all business procedures of Russia and Armenia are the same or that the entry conditions are certain every time.
Destination | Important note before loading | Question to ask the buyer |
Russia | Consignment compliance with Eurasian quarantine requirements and order specifications | What quantity, grade, size and packaging are accepted at the destination? |
Armenia | Check Eurasia Quarantine Requirements and Agreed Delivery Terms | Where is the exact place of delivery and responsibility for shipping costs? |
Uzbekistan | Inspection of national import requirements, necessary permits and phytosanitary certificates | What documents has the importer prepared for this shipment before departure? |
This table does not take the place of querying the regulations of the day or the contract. Its application is to ask the right questions before buying fruit and booking a means of transportation; When it is still possible to modify the packaging or documents.
sorting; Where the export order is formed
Uniformity is more important than the appearance of several sample cartons
In choosing citrus fruits, "big and colorful" is not enough description. The product type, size range, degree of handling, skin health, strength and net weight of the package must be agreeable and controllable. If the buyer only sees the photos of a few sample boxes, he still doesn't know if all the pallets are of the same quality.
To order from Khan Fruit, it is better to clarify these specifications before confirming the price: citrus type and variety, required quantity, expected quality grade, size range, weight and package type, final destination and desired delivery date. If two quality grades are ordered in one shipment, their separation and marking must also be recorded in the agreement.
The packaging should protect the fruit
The export carton is not just a surface for printing the product name. The box should be chosen according to the weight of the fruit and the way of arrangement so that the pressure of the upper rows is not transferred to the lower fruits. The label of each package must also match the order information and shipment documents. Checking a healthy carton before loading is not enough; Sampling from different palettes gives a more accurate picture of load uniformity.
The shipping temperature is not the same for all citrus fruits
Choosing a fixed temperature for oranges, tangerines and limes can be a wrong decision. The following ranges are technical guidelines for post-harvest storage, not guaranteed temperatures for any variety or any route. The cultivar, fruit ripening, transportation time and product conditions should be checked before adjusting the temperature of the truck.
Product | Reference Storage Temperature Range | Reference Relative Humidity |
Orange | 3 to 8 degrees Celsius | 90 to 95% |
Tangerine | 5 to 8°C | 90 to 95% |
lemon | 12 to 14°C | 90 to 95% |
These differences have a clear message: picking different types of citrus fruits in one shipment, without checking their temperature compatibility, increases the risk of quality loss. In practice, the condition of the fruit during loading is as important as the set temperature. Damaged fruit does not become prime product by cooling the truck; Inappropriate cold may also damage the skin of some citrus fruits.
In the transportation plan, it is better to record the temperature of the product and the cargo space before departure, the air flow should not be blocked by improper arrangement, and the person responsible for checking the condition of the cargo at the destination should be specified. If there is any doubt as to the appropriate temperature of a figure, the specification of the same product should be the basis of the decision, not a general number for "compounds".
Do not postpone the quarantine documents until the day of loading
For fresh citrus fruits going to Russia or Armenia, the quarantine requirements of the Eurasian Economic Union should be checked. These requirements for fresh citrus also include the absence of certain quarantine pests. The phytosanitary certificate is a document issued by the competent authority of the exporting country for qualified cargo; Having a proper carton or the appearance of the buyer does not replace it.
In the case of Uzbekistan, official regulations refer to a phytosanitary certificate issued by the exporting country, border control and, where relevant, a quarantine permit. Therefore, the importer must confirm the requirements applicable to the specific product and the documents that are his responsibility before moving the cargo.
Executively, the product name, quantity, origin and destination in the order, shipping documents and related documents must be compatible with each other. The cost and time required to prepare the documents should also be seen in the delivery schedule. Regarding the tariff, transit route or entry permit, it is better to check the status of the same date and the same shipment instead of relying on a fixed number or rule.
How to get an actionable inquiry from Khan Farut?
A detailed request will reduce the vague back and forth about "price of export oranges". When contacting Khan Frut, send your request in a message with this information:
- The desired product and variety; For example, oranges, tangerines or limes;
- order amount, quality grade and desired size;
- packaging type and net weight of each package;
- country, city and exact place of delivery;
- delivery time frame and expected shipping conditions.
After that, agree on the feasibility of supplying according to specifications, the method of quality control before loading, the responsibility for preparing documents and the basis of price. If the specifications change, the price and delivery time may also need to be revised. A good order is not an order that is just confirmed quickly; It is an order whose acceptable quality, documents and delivery point are clear for both parties.
