Shipping & Delivery
Reliable shipping for export-grade avocados with strict cold-chain management
Sea Freight
Season: March - October
Best suited for bulk and commercial export shipments.
- Ideal for large volumes
- Temperature-controlled reefer containers
- Optimized for extended shelf life
- Transit: 10-30 days (destination dependent)
Typical Transit Times:
• Middle East: 10-14 days
• Europe: 18-30 days
Air Freight
Season: All Year Round
Recommended for urgent or high-value shipments.
- Faster transit time (1-2 days)
- Smaller volume flexibility
- Higher freight cost
- Premium service option
Our team advises buyers on the most suitable shipping method based on destination and order volume.
FOB Terms Only – Fixed Pricing
All exports from Avonation Exporters are supplied strictly under FOB (Free On Board) terms with fixed price agreements:
- Seller delivers goods on board the vessel or aircraft at port of shipment
- Risk and cost transfer to buyer once goods are loaded
- Buyer arranges main freight, insurance, and destination charges
- Product pricing fixed at order confirmation, not subject to freight or post-loading cost fluctuations
⚠️ CIF terms are NOT offered
This structure ensures pricing transparency and protects both parties from market volatility after shipment handover.
Ports of Shipment
Shipments arranged through major Kenyan export points:
- Port of Mombasa – Sea Freight
- JKIA – Air Freight
Cold Chain & Handling
To preserve fruit quality throughout export:
- Temperature-controlled storage and transport
- Careful handling during packing and loading
- Continuous cold-chain compliance until handover
Shipping Documents
Standard export documentation includes:
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Phytosanitary Certificate
- Certificate of Origin (if required)
- Bill of Lading or Airway Bill
All documents are prepared accurately to support smooth customs clearance at origin.
Buyer Responsibilities
Under FOB terms, buyers are responsible for:
- Main freight and cargo insurance
- Import permits and customs clearance at destination
- Destination port charges and inland transport
- Compliance with destination market regulations
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