Frozen Whole Chicken — Export to Vanuatu
Frozen Whole Chicken (800g – 1,400g per bird (±3% tolerance)) — from Brazil
Sourced from SIF‑certified, HALAL‑certified & GACC‑approved plants — certificates available on request.
Marythur Food Exports — Brazil
Marythur Food Exports — BrazilProduct Specifications
| Product Name & SKU | Frozen Whole Chicken — WCG-800-1400 |
| Weight Range & Tolerance | 800g – 1,400g per bird (±3% tolerance) |
| Packaging (Inner) | Individual poly bags per bird |
| Packaging (Outer) | 10 birds per master carton |
| Net Weight per Carton | 10 kg (net) |
| Cartons per Pallet | 80 cartons |
| Pallets per 20′/40′ | 20 pallets per 40ft reefer (~27 MT) |
| Freezing Method | Blast Frozen |
| Core Temperature | -18°C or below |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from production date |
| Recommended Storage | -18°C or below |
| Breakage % | Max 2% |
| Allowable Defects | Max 3% (minor skin tears, discoloration) |
| Moisture % | Max 6% added moisture |
| MOQ | 1 × 40ft reefer container (~27 MT) |
| Lead Time | 14–21 days from order confirmation to vessel departure |
| Sample Policy | Sample cartons available at cost + courier (DHL/FedEx). Lead time: 7–10 business days. |
| Typical FOB | FOB Santos / FOB Paranaguá |
| CIF Available | Yes |
Technical Buyer’s Note
Loading Temperature
-18°C or below at container stuffing; verified with digital probe and GPS data logger.
Blast Freezing
Individual birds blast frozen at -40°C for 4–6 hours within SIF-certified cold rooms.
Net Weight After Glaze
Glaze ≤2% of declared net weight; 10 kg net per master carton confirmed at packing line.
SIF Plant Regions
South (Paraná, Santa Catarina) and Centrowest (Goiás, Mato Grosso) Brazil — principal poultry belt.
Certifications & Compliance
Biosecurity Vanuatu Permit
All frozen poultry imports into Vanuatu require a prior import permit from Biosecurity Vanuatu. Permit conditions include zoosanitary documentation.
SIF Federal Inspection
Every lot processed under Brazil's Federal Inspection Service (SIF) with full traceability from farm to container.
HACCP Certification
All supplying plants maintain HACCP-based food safety management systems verified by third-party auditors.
Halal Available
FAMBRAS/CDIAL halal certification available on request for buyers requiring halal compliance.
Marythur Food Exports supplies premium frozen whole chickens from Brazil to importers, wholesalers, and distributors across Vanuatu. Our whole chickens are sourced from SIF-certified, GACC-registered processing plants operated by BRF, SEARA, and COOPAVEL — Brazil's leading poultry producers with proven export track records to Pacific Island markets.
Product Overview
The Frozen Whole Chicken is a Grade A product, individually wrapped in polyethylene bags, packed in sturdy master cartons and blast frozen to maintain peak freshness. Each bird is processed without giblets, with intact skin free of bruising or discoloration. Available in the 800g–1,400g weight range, these whole chickens are suited to Vanuatu's wholesale, retail, and food service markets.
Why Brazilian Chicken for Vanuatu?
Vanuatu depends on imported protein to meet domestic food demand, particularly for poultry. Brazil — the world's largest chicken exporter — provides Vanuatu importers with a competitive, reliable source of frozen whole chickens. Brazilian poultry offers consistent sizing, quality, and year-round supply at pricing that supports Vanuatu's wholesale and retail distribution channels. Trade data confirms Brazil as an established supplier of frozen whole chickens to Vanuatu, with a direct commercial relationship already in place.
Quality & Food Safety
All whole chickens undergo rigorous quality control including antibiotic residue testing, microbiological screening (Salmonella, Listeria), and physical inspection at SIF-certified facilities. Processing plants maintain HACCP certification and operate under Brazil's Federal Inspection Service. Every lot is fully traceable from farm to finished product.
Wholesale & Retail Distribution
Frozen whole chickens are the most versatile and widely demanded poultry format in Vanuatu, serving supermarket retail, wholesale distribution to stores across Efate and the outer islands, restaurants, hotels, and institutional food service. The individually wrapped format ensures hygienic handling and extended shelf life across Vanuatu's warm-climate supply chain.
Logistics & Shipping to Vanuatu
Shipments depart from Santos or Paranaguá in 40ft reefer containers at -18°C. Transit to Port Vila averages 38–45 days and to Luganville (Santo) 40–48 days, typically via transshipment through Brisbane or Auckland. Each container holds approximately 27 MT on standard pallets. GPS temperature monitoring is maintained throughout the voyage.
Documentation & Vanuatu Import Compliance
Marythur prepares all export documentation: SIF health certificate, zoosanitary certificate, certificate of origin, commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading. We coordinate with Biosecurity Vanuatu import permit requirements and ensure all documentation meets border inspection standards. HALAL certification from FAMBRAS/CDIAL is available upon request.
Packaging & Presentation
Standard packaging: individually poly-wrapped birds inside 10 kg net master cartons. We offer private labeling and custom carton printing. Alternative packaging configurations (12 kg, 15 kg cartons) can be arranged with advance notice to suit your distribution requirements.
Pricing & How to Order
Marythur provides competitive FOB Santos, FOB Paranaguá, CIF Port Vila, CIF Luganville, and CFR pricing. Minimum order is one 40ft reefer container (~27 MT). Quotations issued within 24 hours with detailed specifications and delivery schedules. Trial containers available for first-time buyers.
Your Trusted Brazilian Supply Partner
Marythur Food Exports provides dedicated account management, full export documentation support, and direct access to Brazil's top poultry producers. With experience shipping frozen poultry to Pacific Island destinations, we ensure dependable reefer supply and smooth customs clearance at Port Vila and Luganville.
Logistics & Shipping
Origin Ports
Santos (SP), Paranaguá (PR)
Estimated Transit Times
Port Vila: 38–45 days
Luganville (Santo): 40–48 days
Palletization
80 cartons per pallet (standard Euro pallet)
1,200 × 1,000 × 1,800 mm (L×W×H)
Cold Chain
40ft reefer containers @ -18°C or below
Customs Notes
Vanuatu requires an import permit from Biosecurity Vanuatu prior to shipment, a zoosanitary certificate from Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture (MAPA/SIF), and standard customs documentation. Imports are subject to customs duty and VAT. All export documentation is prepared by Marythur.
Marythur Food Exports Working Procedure
Marythur Food Exports follows a structured and transparent transaction process designed to ensure legal security, operational efficiency, and mutual trust between buyer and seller.
PHASE 1: QUALIFICATION AND CORPORATE AGREEMENT
| Step | Title | Procedure |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Letter of Intent (LOI). Sample sent to client to complete. | The buyer initiates the transaction by submitting a formal Letter of Intent issued on official company letterhead, signed and stamped, recently dated, and addressed to Marythur Food Exports. The LOI should clearly state product, quantity, and destination. |
| 2 | Full Corporate Offer (FCO) | Upon receipt and verification of the LOI, the seller issues the Full Corporate Offer containing the commercial terms, product schedule, prices, and principal transaction conditions. |
| 3 | Irrevocable Corporate Purchase Order (ICPO) | Following acceptance of the FCO, the buyer issues an ICPO as formal written confirmation of commitment, referencing the accepted commercial terms. |
| 4 | Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) | The seller prepares the SPA. Both parties review, negotiate if required, and sign the final agreement establishing the legal and operational framework of the transaction. |
PHASE 2: LOGISTICS AND BUYER VERIFICATION
| Step | Title | Procedure |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Vessel Booking | The seller secures refrigerated container space with an international shipping line for the contracted cargo departing from the Port of Paranaguá, Brazil, unless otherwise stated in the SPA. |
| 6 | Booking Confirmation | The seller provides official container booking confirmation to the buyer, including vessel and routing information and the carrier-issued confirmation document. |
| 7 | Independent Verification | The buyer may independently verify the booking directly with the carrier to confirm vessel allocation, reefer container reservation, and authenticity of the sailing schedule. |
| 8 | 30-50% T/T Deposit | After booking is completed and the carrier-issued booking confirmation is provided, the seller issues the Proforma Invoice and the buyer remits the 30-50% T/T deposit to the seller's designated international bank account in the United Kingdom or United States. |
PHASE 3: LOADING, SGS CONTROL, AND DOCUMENTATION
| Step | Title | Procedure |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Deposit Confirmation | The buyer provides the SWIFT transfer confirmation after the 30-50% T/T deposit has been executed. |
| 10 | Cargo Loading | Upon confirmation of the deposit, the seller proceeds with production allocation, cargo preparation, and loading at the designated SIF facility and shipment through the Port of Paranaguá, Brazil, in accordance with agreed specifications and export compliance requirements. |
| 11 | SGS Inspection at Loading | Inspection for quality and quantity at the loading port shall be conducted by SGS at the seller's cost. |
| 12 | Shipping Documents | After loading, the seller provides the applicable export documentation set, including Bills of Lading marked "FREIGHT PREPAID", Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Quality and Quantity issued by SGS, Health Certificate, Certificate of Origin, 110% Marine Insurance Certificate, and Batch List. |
PHASE 4: ARRIVAL, DESTINATION INSPECTION, AND FINAL SETTLEMENT
| Step | Title | Procedure |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | Arrival at Destination Port | The containers arrive at the buyer's designated regional seaport (CIF/CFR) under the contracted shipment arrangement. |
| 14 | SGS Inspection at Destination | Inspection for quality and quantity at the destination port may be conducted by SGS at the buyer's cost, subject to destination procedures and SPA terms. |
| 15 | 50-70% T/T Balance | The buyer remits the remaining 50-70% T/T balance within 15 business days after container arrival at the destination seaport, directly to the seller's designated international bank account in the United Kingdom or United States. |
| 16 | Completion | Upon receipt of the final balance and completion of the agreed document handling process under the SPA, the transaction is deemed completed. |
Conclusion
This structured procedure is designed to maintain transparency at every stage, allow booking verification before initial financial commitment, secure refrigerated logistics, provide inspection coverage at loading and destination, and maintain clear legal and operational alignment between the parties. This document is intended for commercial presentation purposes and forms part of Marythur Food Exports' standard transaction framework.
