Shipping Specialty Chemicals from Cartagena to Montevideo via Ocean Freight

Transporting moisture-sensitive Chemical products demands Sealed primary containers, Barrier liners or overbags, and drying agents 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 products, UN-certified packaging is mandatory 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 dangerous goods declaration, 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 products.

You can sometimes consolidate different Specialty chemicals, but only if they are compatible. 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, specialized cargo coverage Is strongly recommended. 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.

Chemicals must be properly classified, packaged, and labeled according to international regulations, including the IMDG Code. Additionally, specific storage conditions should be maintained to prevent reactions or spills during transit.

Shipments of chemicals require compliance with both Colombian and Uruguayan regulations, including obtaining necessary permits and documentation for hazardous materials, as well as adhering to customs declarations and safety data sheet (SDS) requirements.

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