Shipping Chemical Products from Norfolk to Rio Grande via Ocean Freight

Shipping moisture-sensitive specialty chemicals necessitates high-integrity packaging, foil or poly liners, and drying agents inside cartons or overpacks. It is important to indicate “Keep Dry” on labels and booking notes and Avoid open or vented storage and transit equipment where humidity can build up.

For most regulated Industrial chemicals, 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 industrial chemicals are fully regulated, limited quantity, or exempt before selecting packaging.

Most Chemical goods 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 special approvals required by local authorities for specific chemical goods.

You Can often 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 segregation panels and clear labeling when combining multiple hazard classes.

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

When shipping chemicals, it is essential to adhere to proper handling protocols, including using appropriate containers to prevent leaks and contamination. Additionally, the cargo should be labeled according to international standards and segregated from incompatible substances during transport.

Shipping chemicals from the United States to Brazil requires compliance with both U.S. and Brazilian regulations, including obtaining necessary permits and ensuring that the chemicals are registered with the Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (ANVISA). Furthermore, the documentation must include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and comply with international shipping regulations for hazardous materials.

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