Shipping Industrial Chemicals from Izmir to Ningbo via Ocean Freight

Moving moisture-sensitive specialty chemicals demands tight-closing drums or jerricans, vapor-barrier wraps, and drying agents inside cartons or overpacks. You should also 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-rated packaging is mandatory when shipping by road, sea, or air. The specific UN packaging code and performance level are determined by 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 complete labels and markings that correspond to 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. First review 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 advisable. Carefully review your policy to confirm that dangerous goods and specialty chemicals are not excluded, and that coverage Includes contamination, disposal, and emergency response costs where applicable.

The necessary documentation typically includes a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), a commercial invoice, a packing list, and any specific export permits required by Turkish authorities. Additionally, import permits and compliance with Chinese regulations must be ensured for the chemicals being transported.

Yes, shipping chemicals from Turkey to China requires compliance with both Turkish export regulations and Chinese import regulations, including adherence to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for classification and labeling of chemicals, as well as obtaining necessary permits and certifications specific to the type of chemical goods being shipped.

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