Shipping Chemical Products from Cartagena to Long Beach via Ocean Freight

Transporting moisture-sensitive Chemical products Requires Sealed primary containers, Barrier liners or overbags, and drying agents inside cartons or overpacks. It is important to indicate “Keep Dry” on labels and booking notes and steer clear of open or vented storage and transit equipment where humidity can build up.

For most regulated chemical products, UN-certified packaging Is required when shipping by road, sea, or air. The Exact UN packaging code and performance level Depend on the product’s hazard class and packing group shown on the SDS. Be sure to confirm with your dangerous goods specialist or carrier whether your industrial chemicals are fully regulated, limited quantity, or exempt before selecting packaging.

Most industrial chemicals shipments Require a Transport document, the latest SDS, and Accurate labels and markings that Match the classification. Our team recommends including emergency contact details, handling instructions (e.g., “Keep Dry,” “Do Not Stack”), and any special approvals required by local authorities for specific chemical goods.

You can sometimes consolidate different Specialty chemicals, but only if Segregation rules are followed. Always check the SDS and relevant ADR/IMDG/IATA tables to ensure acids, bases, oxidizers, flammables, and other Chemical goods are properly separated. Use segregation panels and clear labeling when combining multiple hazard classes.

Because industrial chemicals can cause Costly cleanup if leaks occur, Additional cargo insurance Is strongly recommended. Review your policy to confirm that dangerous goods and specialty chemicals are not excluded, and that coverage extends to contamination, disposal, and emergency response costs where applicable.

When shipping chemicals, it is important to ensure proper labeling, packaging, and handling in accordance with international regulations. This includes compliance with the IMDG Code for maritime transport of dangerous goods, ensuring that containers are suitable for the specific type of chemicals being transported, and that appropriate safety data sheets (SDS) are available.

Shipping chemicals from Colombia to the United States requires compliance with both Colombian export regulations and U.S. import regulations. This includes obtaining necessary permits, ensuring that the chemicals are listed on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Chemical Substance Inventory, and adhering to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) requirements. Additionally, importers must provide appropriate documentation to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

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