Question 1

What products does Brazil Prime Foods export?

Accepted Answer

We export frozen chicken, frozen beef, frozen pork, sugar (including ICUMSA 45) and bulk edible oils to wholesalers, distributors, supermarkets and foodservice operators worldwide. See our frozen chicken, frozen beef, frozen pork, sugar and edible oils ranges.

Question 2

Are you a manufacturer or a trader?

Accepted Answer

We are a Brazilian exporter that sources from SIF-registered, audited plants and manages certification, cold chain, documentation and logistics end to end for international buyers.

Question 3

Can you supply private-label or custom packing?

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Yes. Flexible and private-label packaging is available for retail and distribution. Agree artwork and label compliance before production.

Question 4

Do you offer both IQF and block-frozen products?

Accepted Answer

Yes. IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) suits retail and foodservice portioning, while block or interleaved freezing suits processors and bulk catering.

Question 5

What chicken cuts and classes do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Whole birds (griller and broiler classes, Grade A and B), leg quarters, drumsticks, thighs, wings and portions, and breast fillets. See our chicken cut specifications reference at /blog/brazilian-chicken-cut-specifications.

Question 6

What certifications do your products carry?

Accepted Answer

Our supply is backed by SIF federal inspection, HACCP, ISO 22000, and Halal certification where required, with unbroken cold-chain control. See our certifications page at /certifications.

Question 7

Are your products Halal certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes, from plants certified by bodies recognised in your destination market. Always confirm the certificate scope matches your shipment and country.

Question 8

What is SIF certification?

Accepted Answer

SIF is Brazil's federal inspection and export approval. It confirms a plant is government-inspected and export-eligible. Read our explainer at /blog/what-is-sif-certification.

Question 9

How can I verify your certifications before ordering?

Accepted Answer

We provide the producing plant's SIF number and the relevant certificates on request, and confirm they appear consistently on the health certificate and labelling for your shipment.

Question 10

Do you provide health and veterinary certificates?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every eligible shipment is accompanied by the sanitary or veterinary health certificate required for clearance at your destination.

Question 11

How do you ensure consistent quality?

Accepted Answer

By working only with SIF-registered, audited plants, agreeing written specifications, and controlling the cold chain from plant to port.

Question 12

What is your minimum order quantity?

Accepted Answer

Frozen products typically ship by the full container (FCL). Exact MOQs depend on product and packing. Request a quote at /quote and we will confirm the carton mix and container fill.

Question 13

How do I request a quote?

Accepted Answer

Use our quote page at /quote with your product, volume and destination port, or contact us at /contact.

Question 14

How quickly will I receive a quote?

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We aim to respond with FOB or CIF pricing and specifications within 24 hours.

Question 15

Do you quote FOB or CIF?

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Both. FOB means you arrange freight from the Brazilian port; CIF means we arrange freight and insurance to your destination port.

Question 16

What payment terms do you accept?

Accepted Answer

Payment terms are agreed per order. International food trade commonly uses Letter of Credit (LC) and Telegraphic Transfer (TT).

Question 17

Can I order a mix of products in one container?

Accepted Answer

Depending on product and packing, mixed loads may be possible. Ask when you request a quote and we will confirm feasibility and container fill.

Question 18

How do you maintain the cold chain?

Accepted Answer

Products are frozen to minus 18 degrees Celsius, pre-cooled, loaded into temperature-set reefer containers under HACCP, and monitored in transit. See our guide at /blog/cold-chain-logistics-frozen-meat.

Question 19

Which ports do you ship from?

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We ship from major Brazilian ports such as Santos, with routing chosen to suit your destination.

Question 20

How long does shipping take?

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Transit time depends on the destination port and routing. We provide a transit estimate with every quote so you can plan cold storage.

Question 21

What temperature are frozen products shipped at?

Accepted Answer

Frozen products are maintained at minus 18 degrees Celsius throughout the journey, without excursion.

Question 22

Do you handle container loading and documentation?

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Yes. We manage loading under HACCP and prepare the export documentation set for your shipment.

Question 23

What documents come with a shipment?

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Typically a commercial invoice and packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, sanitary or veterinary health certificate, and a halal certificate where required, plus any destination-specific permits.

Question 24

Do you help with import compliance for my country?

Accepted Answer

We prepare the standard export documentation and align certification and labelling to your destination's requirements. Always confirm current national rules with your local authority.

Question 25

Can you meet my country's labelling requirements?

Accepted Answer

In many cases yes, including local-language labelling and clear production and expiry dates. Agree label artwork before production.

Question 26

Do you provide a certificate of origin?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a certificate of origin confirming Brazilian origin is provided with shipments that require it.

Question 27

Which countries do you export to?

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We serve importers, distributors and retail and foodservice buyers across more than 60 markets in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Question 28

Do you offer multilingual export support?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our export team supports international buyers across multiple markets and languages.

Question 29

How do I become a distributor or long-term partner?

Accepted Answer

Contact our export team at /contact with your market, product interest and volumes, and we will discuss a supply program.

Question 30

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

Brazil Prime Foods Export is based in Sao Caetano do Sul, Sao Paulo, Brazil. See our About page at /about.

Frequently Asked Questions

Products and range

Certifications and quality

Ordering and pricing

Logistics and cold chain

Documentation and compliance

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