Shipping Chemical Goods from Charlotte to Rotterdam via Ocean Freight

Moving moisture-sensitive specialty chemicals demands Sealed primary containers, foil or poly liners, and drying agents inside cartons or overpacks. You should also clearly note “Keep Dry” on labels and booking notes and Avoid open or vented storage and transit equipment where humidity can build up.

For most regulated chemical goods, UN-rated packaging is mandatory when shipping by road, sea, or air. The Exact UN packaging code and performance level are based 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 Specialty chemicals are fully regulated, limited quantity, or exempt before selecting packaging.

Most specialty chemicals shipments need a dangerous goods declaration, the latest SDS, and Accurate labels and markings that align with the classification. Our team recommends 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 may be able to consolidate different industrial 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 products are properly separated. Use Separate pallets and clear labeling when combining multiple hazard classes.

Because specialty chemicals can cause environmental damage if leaks occur, specialized cargo coverage Is strongly recommended. Always 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.

Chemicals must be handled according to specific safety regulations, including proper packaging, labeling, and securing of containers to prevent leaks or spills during transport. Compliance with the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code is essential for ocean freight of hazardous materials.

Required documentation includes a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), a bill of lading, customs declaration, and any necessary permits for hazardous materials. Import regulations in the Netherlands also require compliance with REACH and CLP regulations for chemical goods.

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