Shipping Chemicals from New Orleans to Puerto Limon via Ocean Freight

Moving moisture-sensitive specialty chemicals necessitates high-integrity packaging, foil or poly liners, and drying agents inside cartons or overpacks. Shippers should also 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, UN-rated packaging must be used 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 Specialty chemicals are fully regulated, limited quantity, or exempt before selecting packaging.

Most specialty chemicals shipments need a DG shipping paper, 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 licenses required by local authorities for specific Chemical products.

You may be able to consolidate different industrial chemicals, but only if regulatory separation requirements are met. Carefully verify the SDS and relevant ADR/IMDG/IATA tables to ensure acids, bases, oxidizers, flammables, and other chemical products are properly separated. Use physical barriers and clear labeling when combining multiple hazard classes.

Because specialty chemicals can cause environmental damage if leaks occur, enhanced freight insurance is often required by buyers. Always review your policy to confirm that dangerous goods and specialty chemicals are not excluded, and that coverage covers contamination, disposal, and emergency response costs where applicable.

Shipping chemicals from the United States to Costa Rica requires compliance with both U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and Costa Rican customs regulations. Importers in Costa Rica must provide documentation indicating that the chemicals meet local safety and environmental standards. Additionally, proper labeling and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are necessary for hazardous materials.

Chemicals shipped via ocean freight from New Orleans to Puerto Limon must be properly packaged to prevent leaks and contamination. Specific handling procedures for hazardous materials, including segregation from non-hazardous cargo, must be followed. It is also essential to ensure that containers are suitable for the type of chemicals being transported, and that temperature control measures are in place if required.

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