Shipping Chemicals from Yantian to Seattle via Ocean Freight

Transporting moisture-sensitive chemical goods Requires high-integrity packaging, foil or poly liners, and Desiccants inside cartons or overpacks. Shippers should also 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. Always confirm with your dangerous goods specialist or carrier whether your Specialty 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. We recommend 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 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 not stored or loaded together. Use physical barriers 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 covers contamination, disposal, and emergency response costs where applicable.

Shipping chemicals from Yantian to Seattle requires compliance with both Chinese export regulations and U.S. import regulations, including proper classification of the chemicals, safety data sheets, and adherence to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) in the U.S. Importers must also ensure that the chemicals meet the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements.

When shipping chemicals via ocean freight from Yantian to Seattle, it is essential to use appropriate containers that comply with IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods) Code regulations. Additionally, proper labeling, documentation, and securing of the cargo to prevent leaks or spills during transit are critical for safety and compliance.

Yes, DNA provides port-to-door service that covers customs and final-mile delivery.

Yes, DNA provides U.S. and Mexico cross-border coverage.

DNA manages ISF, AMS, and ACE filings for your shipments.