Shipping Chemical Products from Xiaolan to New Orleans via Ocean Freight

Moving moisture-sensitive chemical goods Requires Sealed primary containers, Barrier liners or overbags, and drying agents inside cartons or overpacks. You should also clearly note “Keep Dry” on labels and booking notes and not use open or vented storage and transit equipment where humidity can build up.

For most regulated chemical goods, tested and approved packaging Is required when shipping by road, sea, or air. The Exact UN packaging code and performance level Depend 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 must include a Transport document, the latest SDS, and Accurate labels and markings that Match 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 chemical products, but only if Segregation rules are followed. Always check the SDS and relevant ADR/IMDG/IATA tables to ensure acids, bases, oxidizers, flammables, and other Chemical goods are properly separated. Use Separate pallets and clear labeling when combining multiple hazard classes.

Because specialty chemicals can cause significant loss if leaks occur, Additional cargo insurance Is strongly recommended. 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.

Shipping chemicals between China and the United States requires compliance with both countries' regulations, including obtaining necessary export permits from China and adhering to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines, as well as the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Proper classification, labeling, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are essential for customs clearance.

When shipping chemicals via ocean freight from Xiaolan to New Orleans, it is important to ensure that containers are properly sealed and labeled according to international standards. Additionally, the cargo should be stowed securely to prevent spillage and damage during transit, and temperature control may be necessary for certain chemical products to maintain stability.

Our licensed brokerage team delivers in-house customs brokerage including import/export clearance, tariff classification and valuation, ISF, AMS, and ACE filings, plus FDA, USDA, and multi-agency support.

Our distribution solutions include B2B pick/pack and palletization services.

Our logistics solutions include time-sensitive transport of medical devices, diagnostics, and regulated healthcare products.