The process of shipping Class 5.1 dangerous goods via ocean freight involves numerous special requirements due to their high-risk nature. These products can only be exported as full container loads (FCL), with mixed container shipments strictly prohibited.
Booking and Documentation: To ensure smooth transportation, clients are advised to make booking arrangements at least ten days in advance. Special attention should be paid to selecting shipping lines, and professional dangerous goods freight forwarders can assist in identifying advantageous routes while saving approval time. When booking, shippers must provide the booking note, English version of the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet), and scanned copies of the dangerous goods packaging certificate.
Customs Declaration: During the maritime dangerous goods declaration period, the original dangerous goods packaging certificate must be submitted. After space confirmation, clients will receive a warehouse entry notice and should deliver goods to the designated warehouse at the specified time for container loading. Forwarders can help arrange trucking services if needed.
Customs Clearance: Required documents include the customs declaration form, power of attorney, packing list, commercial invoice, and declaration elements. For goods with regulatory condition B, either a commodity inspection certificate or materials according to the 2015 version of the Dangerous Chemicals Catalog must be provided.
Shipping Process: Class 5.1 dangerous goods require direct loading at shipside. Whether at Waigaoqiao or Yangshan port, customs declaration must occur after terminal acceptance, with goods only being stowed after customs clearance. Within three working days after vessel departure, the shipping company will issue the bill of lading, which clients may receive as either original or telex release.
