Shipping Chemicals from Bogota to Genoa via Ocean Freight

Moving moisture-sensitive chemical goods demands tight-closing drums or jerricans, Barrier liners or overbags, and Desiccants inside cartons or overpacks. It is important to 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 goods, tested and approved packaging is mandatory when shipping by road, sea, or air. The specific UN packaging code and performance level Depend on the product’s hazard class and packing group shown on the SDS. Always confirm with your dangerous goods specialist or carrier whether your industrial chemicals are fully regulated, limited quantity, or exempt before selecting packaging.

Most specialty chemicals shipments must include a dangerous goods declaration, the latest SDS, and complete labels and markings that Match the classification. We recommend including emergency contact details, handling instructions (e.g., “Keep Dry,” “Do Not Stack”), and any special approvals required by local authorities for specific Chemical products.

You may be able to consolidate different chemical products, but only if they are compatible. First review 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 segregation panels and clear labeling when combining multiple hazard classes.

Because specialty chemicals can cause significant loss if leaks occur, specialized cargo coverage is advisable. Review your policy to confirm that dangerous goods and Chemical goods are not excluded, and that coverage extends to contamination, disposal, and emergency response costs where applicable.

Shipping chemicals between Colombia and Italy requires compliance with both Colombian export regulations and EU import regulations. The exporter must ensure that the chemicals are classified correctly according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and that all necessary safety data sheets (SDS) are provided. Additionally, compliance with REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) in the EU is mandatory for certain chemicals.

Bogota's primary port for ocean freight is the Port of Cartagena, which is equipped to handle hazardous materials, including chemicals. In Genoa, the Port of Genoa has facilities and infrastructure specifically designed for handling chemical goods, including specialized storage and safety measures. Proper coordination with port authorities in both locations is essential to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations during loading and unloading.

Our network includes partnered facilities in key logistics hubs, including locations near important ports for strategic storage and fulfillment.

We encourage you to take the DNA “One Test Run Challenge” with a single shipment so we can demonstrate our visibility, reliability, and partnership-focused approach.

Our company manages ocean freight (FCL and LCL), air freight, ground transportation (domestic and cross-border trucking), customs brokerage, and warehousing & distribution, all supported by our SAMMIE visibility platform and dedicated Client Success Officers.