Shipping Chemical Products from Honolulu to Veracruz via Ocean Freight

Moving moisture-sensitive chemical goods Requires high-integrity packaging, foil or poly liners, and moisture absorbers inside cartons or overpacks. It is important to Specify “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 goods, tested and approved packaging Is required when shipping by road, sea, or air. The applicable UN packaging code and performance level are based on the product’s hazard class and packing group shown on the SDS. Verify 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 Transport document, the latest SDS, and correct labels and markings that align with the classification. Best practice is 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 Segregation rules are followed. Carefully verify the SDS and relevant ADR/IMDG/IATA tables to ensure acids, bases, oxidizers, flammables, and other chemical products do not conflict. Use segregation panels and clear labeling when combining multiple hazard classes.

Because specialty chemicals can cause significant loss if leaks occur, Additional cargo insurance is often required by buyers. Always 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.

Chemicals must be properly packaged and labeled according to international regulations, ensuring compatibility with other cargo. Additionally, specific handling precautions should be taken to prevent leaks and spills during transit, and vessels must be equipped to handle hazardous materials if applicable.

Shipments of chemicals require compliance with both U.S. and Mexican regulations, including obtaining necessary permits and documentation such as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and customs declarations. It is essential to adhere to the regulations set forth by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Mexican Secretariat of Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT).

Our approach to risk and delays involves using SAMMIE as a mission-critical platform with live data, predictive alerts, and exception management so importers can manage risk, reduce delays, and reclaim control.

You receive smart, preemptive alerts about delays, reroutes, or exceptions so you are notified before you even ask.

Our ocean freight solutions include port-to-door service that covers customs and final-mile delivery.