“Packaging Requirements for International Shipping
Cargo is generally shipped in containers, but is sometimes still shipped as breakbulk. In addition to the normal handling encountered in domestic shipments, bulk cargo shipped by sea may be loaded onto the vessel by means of slings, conveyor belts or chutes with increased package pressure. During transportation, goods may be stacked on top of each other or come into hard contact with other goods. Overseas loading and unloading facilities may not be as advanced as in the United States, and cargo may be dragged, pushed, rolled or dropped during unloading, passing through customs or in transit to its final destination.
Moisture is an ongoing concern as condensation can develop in the cabin even if the vessel is equipped with air conditioning and dehumidifiers. Another problem is that cargo may also be unloaded or loaded in rain and snow. Additionally, foreign ports may not have covered storage facilities. Theft and theft are additional risks.
If you are not familiar enough with overseas port systems to specify packaging requirements, make sure to prepare your shipment using the following guidelines:
Packaged in a sturdy container, sealed and filled as much as possible.
To provide proper support in the container, no matter the size, make sure the weight is evenly distributed.
Goods should be loaded on pallets and where possible in containers.
Packaging and packing filler should be made of moisture-proof material.
To avoid theft, avoid writing content or brand names on the packaging. Other protective measures include the use of tape, seals, and shrink wrap.
Comply with any product-specific or hazardous material packaging requirements.
All air freight shipments are shipped in accordance with TSA regulations, which stipulate that any shipment weighing more than 150 pounds or large enough to accommodate a person is bundled 4 ways. Buckets, made of plastic or metal, with 4 metal bands. Any pallet built to a height where the load may become unstable during shipping is plastic wrapped and 4 way strapped. All combustible engines must be “”drained and flushed”” with a letter on company letterhead certifying that the engine has been drained and flushed.
Label problem
When you’re sending something to a city 100 miles away, they can always call you when the shipment arrives to find out what’s in it, or some advice on how to unpack it, or where and how to store it.
When you’re sending something to the other side of the world, you have to make sure the package speaks for itself. Consider the following tips:
Use labels in the destination language whenever possible. Make sure the label will not fade or be damaged under the extreme conditions mentioned above.
Maintain a certain level of confidentiality. It is best not to put brand labels on the packaging to prevent theft.
Discuss labeling conventions in detail with buyers so you can agree on everything and there are no surprises. Make sure you have protocol records, as travel time can make memory less reliable!”
