Shipping Chemical Goods from Altamira to Colon via Ocean Freight

Transporting moisture-sensitive Chemical products demands high-integrity packaging, vapor-barrier wraps, and Desiccants inside cartons or overpacks. You should also Specify “Keep Dry” on labels and booking notes and not use open or vented storage and transit equipment where humidity can build up.

For most regulated chemical products, UN-certified packaging is mandatory when shipping by road, sea, or air. The applicable UN packaging code and performance level are determined by the product’s hazard class and packing group shown on the SDS. Always confirm with your dangerous goods specialist or carrier whether your Specialty chemicals are fully regulated, limited quantity, or exempt before selecting packaging.

Most industrial chemicals shipments Require a dangerous goods declaration, the latest SDS, and correct labels and markings that correspond to the classification. We recommend including emergency contact details, handling instructions (e.g., “Keep Dry,” “Do Not Stack”), and any Permits required by local authorities for specific Chemical products.

You can sometimes consolidate different Specialty chemicals, but only if they are compatible. Carefully verify the SDS and relevant ADR/IMDG/IATA tables to ensure acids, bases, oxidizers, flammables, and other Chemical goods Are not stored or loaded together. Use Separate pallets and clear labeling when combining multiple hazard classes.

Because industrial chemicals can cause Costly cleanup if leaks occur, specialized cargo coverage is often required by buyers. Carefully review your policy to confirm that dangerous goods and Chemical goods are not excluded, and that coverage Includes contamination, disposal, and emergency response costs where applicable.

Special handling considerations include ensuring that chemicals are packaged according to international standards, using appropriate containers to prevent leaks or spills, and labeling all packages clearly with hazard symbols. Additionally, shippers must comply with all safety regulations and guidelines for the specific types of chemicals being transported.

Required documentation includes a bill of lading, safety data sheets (SDS) for each chemical, export permits from Mexico, and import permits from Panama. It is also important to comply with any specific customs regulations pertaining to chemical goods in both countries to ensure smooth clearance at the ports.

Yes, DNA provides B2B pick/pack and palletization services.

Yes, DNA serves time-sensitive transport of medical devices, diagnostics, and regulated healthcare products.

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