Shipping Chemical Goods from Nanjing to Mexico City via Ocean Freight

Transporting moisture-sensitive chemical goods Requires high-integrity packaging, foil or poly liners, and drying agents inside cartons or overpacks. It is important to 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 products, 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. 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 must include a Transport document, the latest SDS, and correct 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 special approvals required by local authorities for specific chemical goods.

You can sometimes 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 are properly separated. Use segregation panels and clear labeling when combining multiple hazard classes.

Because industrial 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 Chemical goods are not excluded, and that coverage extends to contamination, disposal, and emergency response costs where applicable.

When shipping chemicals, it is important to ensure that all containers are properly labeled and comply with international regulations for hazardous materials. Adequate ventilation and temperature control should be maintained during transport, and the containers must be stowed securely to prevent any spillage or leakage during the voyage.

Regulatory requirements include compliance with both Chinese and Mexican laws regarding the transport of hazardous materials. This may involve obtaining necessary permits, providing Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and ensuring that all documentation for customs clearance is complete and accurate, including declarations regarding the nature and classification of the chemical products.

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