Shipping Chemicals from Shekou to Charleston via Ocean Freight

Moving moisture-sensitive chemical goods demands high-integrity packaging, Barrier liners or overbags, and moisture absorbers inside cartons or overpacks. It is important to 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, tested and approved packaging is mandatory when shipping by road, sea, or air. The applicable UN packaging code and performance level Depend 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 dangerous goods declaration, the latest SDS, and correct labels and markings that Match 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 they are compatible. Carefully verify the SDS and relevant ADR/IMDG/IATA tables to ensure acids, bases, oxidizers, flammables, and other Chemical goods do not conflict. Use segregation panels and clear labeling when combining multiple hazard classes.

Because specialty chemicals can cause significant loss if leaks occur, specialized cargo coverage is often required by buyers. 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.

When shipping chemicals, it is essential to ensure proper labeling and packaging to comply with international regulations. Containers must be compatible with the specific chemicals being transported to prevent leaks or reactions. Additionally, it is important to use specialized containers designed for hazardous materials, if applicable, to meet safety standards during ocean freight.

Transporting chemicals from China to the United States requires compliance with both Chinese export regulations and U.S. import regulations. This includes obtaining necessary permits, ensuring proper documentation such as Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and adhering to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations for hazardous materials. Additionally, customs documentation must accurately reflect the nature of the chemicals being shipped.

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

Our ground transportation solutions include U.S. and Mexico cross-border coverage.

Our brokerage team supports ISF, AMS, and ACE filings for your shipments.