Categorization of perishable goods to facilitate handling, especially in the packaging process and temperature management.

1. Perishable Goods of meat
   Fresh meat, chicken meat, beef, goat meat, pork, and similar types.
   [goods of meat packaging guidelines]
2. Perishable goods of fish & Seafood
   Milkfish, gourami, catfish, tilapia, salmon, tuna, snapper, eel, shrimp, crab, squid, clams, and similar types, whether dead or frozen.
   [fish & seafood packaging guidelines]
3. Perishable fruits & Vegetables
   Oranges, apples, strawberries, durians, melons, salak, bananas, kiwis, grapes, spinach, green beans, potatoes, cucumbers, tomatoes, cauliflower, broccoli, lettuce, bell peppers, chilies, onions, and similar types.
   [fruit & vegetables packaging guidelines]
4. Perishable Plants & Flowers
   Plant seedlings, ornamental plants, decorative flowers, and similar types.
   [plant & flower packaging guidelines]
5. Perishable Foods & Dairy Product
   Dry food, snacks, wet food, processed food, semi-processed food, dairy products, cheese, butter, bread, grains, tofu, ice cream, frozen food, and similar items.
   [food & dairy product packaging guidelines]
6. Perishable Fresh Herb
   Celery, ginger, kencur, mint, herbal plants, pepper, turmeric, and similar items.

Shipping Order Time

Orders for perishable cargo shipments should be made by phone one to two days before departure. This is to ensure proper handling of your perishable goods, including document completeness and correct packaging procedures, to ensure the perishable shipment is handled accurately. Since all perishable items are sensitive to temperature and time, advance ordering is essential. You can place shipping orders by contacting the nearest DMK Port Center and DMK Port Agent by phone.

Perishable Receipt

Perishable goods must meet procedural requirements and documentation completeness, including packaging standards, and should be received at the DMK Cargo® Port Center 120 minutes before the flight departure. They can be accepted at DMK Cargo® Port Agents up to 240 minutes before departure. To facilitate the receipt of perishable shipments, it is highly recommended to follow the guidelines for perishable shipments according to the type and category established.

Receipt at Destination

The standard time for receipt at the destination airport is 60–120 minutes after the aircraft's arrival. Receipt documents can be prepared for the administrative process of releasing the shipment.

We offer DMK Priority Express Cargo to ensure maximum security, comfort, and speed for your perishable shipments.

(downloads DMK Perishable Rates)

Shipping Requirements

1. Complete the PTI Form (Notification of Contents)
2. Air Waybill (AWB)
3. Quarantine documents from local authorities, specific to the type of perishable

Receiving Requirements

1. Air Waybill (AWB) Number
2. Valid ID of the recipient
3. Complete perishable goods receipt information
4. Meet administrative requirements for document handling

Most perishable items are highly sensitive to temperature fluctuations, from the start of the shipment process to the duration of the flight and upon arrival at the destination. It is crucial to adhere to the packaging procedures and guidelines provided to ensure that perishable goods reach their destination in optimal condition. For specific temperature handling requirements for each type of perishable shipment, please refer to our Perishable Shipping Guide.

The procedure for shipping animals by air involves the following steps:

1. Contact the DMK Cargo® call center to make a reservation or booking, including scheduling departure and destination details, checking aircraft space availability, and potential connecting flights..
2. Fulfill all required documentation based on the type of perishable being shipped, including quarantine documents from local quarantine authorities.
3. Comply with quarantine requirements for perishable goods.

Aturan pengiriman yang harus diperhatikan secara khusus dalam pengangkutan perishable adalah sebagai berikut:

1. Adhere to IATA regulations, specifically the Perishable Regulation, for live animal shipments.
2. Comply with relevant legislation, government regulations, and Ministry of Transportation rules related to live animal air shipments.
3. Provide a written shipping declaration signed by the sender, in accordance with shipping document requirements.
4. Ensure packaging standards for perishable containers meet IATA Perishable Regulation design specifications and follow the packaging guidelines issued by DMK Cargo®.
5. Follow the established marking and labeling standards outlined in the Perishable Shipping Guide.
6. Make a reservation or booking for shipment in advance.

For detailed procedures on packaging perishable items, including packaging dimensions, weight requirements, volume weight calculations, maximum weight per package, and overall shipment weight limits, please refer to the perishable rate calculation guidelines. You can download the packaging guide from the following link (download file PDF)

1. Perishable Good of Meat
2. Perishable Good of Fish & Seafood
3. Perishable Fruits & Vegetables
4. Perishable Plant & Flowers
5. Perishable Food & Dairy Product
6. Perishable Fresh Herb

[perishable shipping process infographic]

Calculation of Perishable Shipping Costs :
(Weight (kg) x Price (Rp)/kg) + (Perishable Surcharge)

Rate calculations vary among different airline operators.
Details on weight, volume weight calculations, maximum shipment weight, and maximum weight per package can be found in the Perishable Rate Guidelinessection.

DMK Cargo® – Port Center Surabaya: (031) 866 7846
DMK Cargo® – Port Center Jakarta: (021) 5591 3293
DMK Cargo® – Port Center Bandung: (022) 601 5457
DMK Cargo® – Port Center Makassar: (0411) 385 1808
DMK Cargo® – Port Center Jayapura: 081 148 866
DMK Cargo® – Port Agent Batu: (0341) 594 008
DMK Cargo® – Port Agent Malang: (0341) 363 008

Hotline DMK Perishable (031) 866 7846