Shipping Chemical Goods from Fortaleza to Kansas City via Ocean Freight

Moving 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 Avoid open or vented storage and transit equipment where humidity can build up.

For most regulated chemical goods, 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 specialty 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 may be able to 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 specialty 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.

The shipment of chemicals between Brazil and the United States must comply with both countries' regulations, including obtaining necessary export permits from Brazilian authorities and adhering to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines, as well as the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Additionally, the chemicals must be classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for safe transport.

The Port of Fortaleza is equipped to handle various cargo types, including chemicals, but shippers should ensure that the specific terminal facilities can accommodate the necessary storage and handling requirements for hazardous materials. In Kansas City, while it is not a coastal port, it has access to inland waterways and rail systems for distribution, so proper arrangements for transfer from ocean freight to land transport must be planned.

Our customs brokerage includes tariff classification and valuation as part of our in-house expertise.

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.