When shipping perishables, freshness is vital. United Cargo has had years of experience developing efficient handling procedures to ensure shipments arrive on time. United Cargo has flights available seven days a week and can ship your perishables to virtually anywhere in the world. In the air, United offers a temperature-controlled compartment for produce. On the ground, United has refrigeration facilities at over 70 locations. Selected routes also offer refrigerated shuttle trucks.

Please read the product description below as well as United's requirements for shipping perishables to make sure this service is right for you.

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Description

• Airport-to-airport air freight service
• Booked on selected flights
• Interlining available worldwide
• Highest priority/special handling

Acceptance Time
 International Shipments

• US locations: Generally 3-4 hours prior to scheduled flight departure
• International locations: Local drop times apply

• Generally 2 hours prior to scheduled departure

Recovery time after flight arrival at destination
 International Shipments

• US locations: Documents and freight available 3-4 hours after flight arrival
• International locations: Local recovery times apply

• Generally 2 hours after flight arrival

See Station Information for specific drop-off and recovery locations and times.

Requirements for Shipping Perishables

To ensure the shipping process goes as smoothly as possible, please adhere to the following requirements:

• Advance arrangements are required.
• Air freight shipments must meet specific TSA security requirements before being transported on passenger or cargo aircraft. Contact United Cargo for further details.
• Booking must include number of pieces, weight and dimensions of each box.
• E and EH container maximum weight is 200 lbs.
• Maximum weight on most narrowbody flights is 400 lbs. per piece.
• Shipment must comply with all local, state, federal and international regulations.
• Cargo may be inspected to ensure that it complies with United Airlines packaging requirements.
• Weather conditions may affect the transportation of perishable goods. Shippers may be required to sign a perishable disclaimer.

Packaging Requirements

• Shipment must have appropriate labels on boxes.
• Shipment should indicate temperature constraints if applicable.
• Each piece must be legibly and durably labeled with the names and addresses of the shipper and the consignee.
• Shipments must be prepared or packaged to ensure safe transportation with ordinary care in handling.