Packaging and labeling issues
Packaging and shipping marks seem simple and not easy to attract people's attention, but there are many problems in actual operation. International transportation, especially sea transportation, has high requirements for cargo packaging and shipping marks. It is usually required to be strong, tight, standardized in shape, waterproof, corrosion-resistant, and able to withstand repeated loading and unloading by forklifts or cranes. The packaging of heavy equipment should indicate the rigging hanging point and the center of gravity, and loose goods must be packed in containers or pallets. The impact of poor quality packaging is not only to reduce loading and unloading efficiency. If the goods are packed with wooden materials, fumigation is usually required. Fumigation can be carried out at the export port or at the import port. However, if it is a product that is not suitable for fumigation, such as food, medicine, spices, etc., it is best to handle it at the time of export to avoid fumigation and loss when re-issuing the goods. All goods transported internationally should be marked with shipping marks. This will be directly related to the correct statistics, inspection and release of goods and port delivery. Therefore, international logistics operators should master the common sense of shipping mark codes and be familiar with shipping mark marking methods to avoid errors. There is no fixed format for shipping marks, but they should usually include information such as the port of destination, consignee, serial number, etc. The shipping marks for the same batch of goods should be in the same format. Shipping marks should be printed, sprayed or handwritten in a conspicuous position on the package with a color that is easy to identify and does not fade, and should be marked on more than three sides of the package. It is not a complicated task to do a good job of packaging and shipping marks, but a little effort can avoid a lot of unnecessary trouble.
Insurance claim
The company shall bear the liability for compensation for the loss, shortage and damage of goods due to our fault during the storage and transportation process, but shall not bear the liability for compensation for indirect losses.
Insured transportation refers to a special mode of transportation determined by the logistics company and the consignor based on the value of the goods declared by the consignor. The insurance is the actual value of the consigned goods declared by the consignor to the carrier. For all goods transported under insured transportation, the consignor shall pay a certain insurance fee in accordance with regulations in addition to the transportation fee. In insured transportation, if the goods are completely lost, compensation shall be paid according to the declared price of the goods; if the goods are partially damaged or lost, compensation shall be paid according to the actual loss; if the actual loss of the goods is higher than the declared price, compensation shall be paid according to the declared price; if the goods can be repaired, compensation shall be paid according to the repair fee plus the repair and delivery fee.
Warm reminder: Please inform us of the relevant detailed information in advance, and it will take effect only after written confirmation by the insurance company.
Xianyi shall not be liable for compensation in the following circumstances:
1. Caused by force majeure;
2. The transported goods violate the prohibition or restriction regulations and are confiscated by the competent authorities or handled in accordance with relevant laws and regulations;
3. The loss of goods is caused by the customer's responsibility or the goods themselves;
Understand what goods cannot be transported
Many countries have strict controls on items entering or leaving the country, and there is a risk that goods may be detained or destroyed due to non-compliance. Remember to communicate with our customer service staff before shipment to verify whether your goods can be successfully cleared at the destination.
Requirements for fumigation of export goods
Fumigation (disinfection) of wooden packaging is a compulsory measure taken to prevent harmful pests and diseases from harming the forest resources of the importing country. Therefore, export goods containing wooden packaging must be treated for pests before shipment. Fumigation (disinfection) is one of the ways of pest control.
Generally refers to materials used for packaging, padding, supporting and reinforcing goods. Such as wooden boxes, wooden crates, wooden pallets, dunnage wood, wooden barrels, wooden pads, sleepers, wooden lining boards, wooden axles, wooden stalks, etc. All logs must be fumigated and marked with IPPC.
Fumigation can be divided into full container fumigation and less than container fumigation
(1) Full container fumigation
1. No "IPPC" mark is required. The goods are directly packed after arriving at the site and the fumigation team is notified to carry out fumigation. Different scales of fumigants are sprayed according to the destination country, which are divided into CH3BR and PH3.
Note: If the customer has no special requirements, the fumigation team will spray CH3BR and carry out 24-hour fumigation.
2. Need to add "IPPC" mark: After the goods are delivered to the site, they will be dropped off at the site first, and the customs broker will be notified of the location of the goods. The fumigation team will apply "IPPC" on the front and back of each package, and then arrange the site to pack. Then carry out fumigation.
3. Fumigation of the package: Submit the inspection documents to the customs for commodity inspection, and then fumigate the package specifically.
(2) LCL fumigation
For the fumigation of LCL goods, they can be placed in the same container for fumigation, but the following four conditions must be met at the same time: 1. The same port of destination; 2. The same country; 3. The same voyage; 4. Declare inspection at the same commodity inspection bureau;
Fumigation time:
Fumigation must last for 24 hours. After fumigation, the fumigation team will apply a fumigation mark with a skull logo on the cabinet door. After 24 hours, the fumigation team will remove the mark, and it will take 4 hours to disperse the poison before it can be arranged to enter the port. If the cabinet door is closed before the poison is dispersed, it may cause damage to the goods.
Requirements for packaging:
Wooden packaging cannot have bark or worm holes.
If there is bark on the wooden packaging, the customs broker will generally help the customer to shovel it off; if worm holes are found, the shipper needs to be notified to change the packaging.
If a fumigation certificate is required after fumigation, it is used for import customs clearance at the destination port and cannot be supplemented after the goods leave.
About the packaging of goods
Ensuring that goods are properly packaged can reduce the risk of delays and damage during transportation. It is worth taking the extra time to package and mark goods and ensure that they comply with the regulations of specific countries.
I. Our company's packaging principles
(1) Suitable for transportation - avoid and prevent damage to goods caused by impact and shock during normal transportation, and take moisture-proof into consideration.
(2) Convenient for loading and unloading - improve the efficiency of loading and unloading operations and avoid rough loading and unloading.
(3) Appropriate packaging - choose appropriate packaging materials to avoid unnecessary waste.
(4) Goods and packaging are integrated - the goods and packaging are tightly combined, and there should be no friction, squeezing or impact.
(5) Pay attention to direction - pay attention to the upward arrow on the packaging box to avoid inversion and sideways placement.
(6) Center of gravity is unified - avoid rolling of goods during transportation.
II. Packaging requirements for fragile items:
(1) According to the size and weight of the object, select outer packaging of different strengths (corrugated box, wooden box, etc.).
(2) Objects cannot be placed directly into the box. Shockproof materials must be placed on the bottom of the box, and shockproof materials must be filled between objects and between objects and the box to prevent shaking. Then the box mouth should be sealed.
(3) Objects that are afraid of being inverted must be marked as "objects that are afraid of being inverted".
(4) Fragile items must be marked as "fragile items".
Packing box
1. For air transport, please choose carton + woven bag packaging;
2. Clear labeling Please write the mark on the outer box according to our requirements. All goods and packaging must have the "made in china" logo;
3. Avoid leaving space. Too much filling will reduce the stacking strength. Avoid using boxes that are much larger than the goods, as there is a risk of crushing.
4. Heavy Boxes Boxes weighing more than 60kg must be palletized
5. Use H-Seal Use appropriate sealing tape on top and bottom for H-Seal and consider strapping heavier boxes.
Packing Pallets
1. Strapping or Wrapping All items must be secured to the pallet by strapping and/or wrapping to form an inseparable unit;
2. The edges of the goods must not exceed the dimensions of the pallet
3. Stacking in the longitudinal direction The longitudinal direction ensures the best stacking strength. If the goods are strong, a "bricklaying form" can be used to increase stability.
4. Keep it flat A level top surface increases strength, compactness and stacking.
5. Poor quality or damaged pallets are prohibited.
Packing Irregular Items
1. Sharp/Protruding Items Sharp items must be wrapped in protective padding before being placed in the box. Never use anything that protrudes from the packed box, as there is a risk of damage to the shading when stacking. If necessary, use a larger box or consider pallets.
2. Heavy/Oversized Items The maximum weights and dimensions for air and sea freight are different. For shipments over 2.4m x 1.2m x 1.5m (L x W x H) or 500kg, please contact customer service.
About overweight cargo
International transportation business requires the shipper to accurately provide information such as the volume, size, and weight of the goods. Although container transportation has a fixed size, there are also clear requirements for the weight of each container: a 20-foot ordinary box generally does not exceed 17.5 tons; a 40-foot ordinary box generally does not exceed 22 tons. Therefore, the shipper should reasonably allocate the goods and arrange the packing in advance, and must not let the container "overeat" to save freight. There was once a company that loaded more than 40 tons of goods in a single 20-foot container, and did not notify the transportation agent and the port in advance. As a result, the weight of the box was much higher than the load of the crane called by the port, and the crane motor was burned. The shipper not only had to compensate for the loss of the crane, but also had to unpack and reload the box many times, delaying the shipping time, which was really not worth the loss.
How is air freight calculated?
1. The air freight is calculated by multiplying the weight by the unit price. The weight is in kilograms (kg). When the cargo volume is small and the weight is large, it is calculated by the actual weight; when the cargo volume is large and the weight is small, it is calculated by volume.
2. Volumetric weight is a method used in the transportation industry to calculate the weight of light and bulky cargo. Volumetric weight is the weight of the cargo obtained by converting the cargo volume using a conversion formula.
3. The formula for calculating volumetric weight = length cm × width cm × height cm/6000. After conversion, 1 cubic meter of cargo is generally equal to 167 kilograms.
Logistics and freight terminology
Dedicated line transportation
Dedicated line transportation is also called trunk line transportation, which refers to the transportation mode mainly for the transportation of goods between two specific regions
Heavy cargo
Cargo with high density, there is no unified standard at present. Xianyi definition: Cargo weight exceeds 400 kg/cubic meter.
Bubble cargo
Cargo with low density, whose volume weight is larger than the actual weight.
Delivery fee
Door-to-door delivery fee. The company arranges vehicles to deliver the goods to the designated collection site, and the fees incurred during the period are called delivery fees. Different regions have different free delivery ranges. Xianyi provides free door-to-door delivery services in most areas. Remote areas require additional delivery fees or customers pick up the goods by themselves. Please contact the relevant customer service for details.
Premium (insurance fee)
The cost of cargo insurance purchased from a third-party insurance company. So that the shipper can obtain compensation from the insurance company in the event of loss of goods.
Value-added fee
The cost of various optional additional services, such as packaging services, loading and unloading services, etc.
Second delivery fee
The fee incurred for the second or more deliveries due to failure. Usually, the consignee will be notified by phone before the goods are ready for loading and delivery at the destination to inform the consignee of the delivery status. If the consignee is temporarily unable to receive the goods, he should notify the delivery person in time to avoid the second delivery fee.
Loading and unloading fees
Since loading and unloading of large goods requires a lot of manpower and material resources, packaging and unloading services usually appear in the form of value-added services. When packaging and unloading are required, loading and unloading fees will be incurred.
What are the packaging requirements for fragile goods when transported by air?
What are the requirements for packaging for air transportation of fragile goods?
For air transportation of fragile goods, packaging is the most important. The survey found that 50% of the reasons for damage to fragile goods during transportation are improper packaging. Air transportation is the fastest way of logistics transportation. In order to ensure the safety of goods, fragile goods require special packaging. For air transportation, fragile goods are technically active, and it is difficult for fragile goods not to be damaged. If we want to reduce the frequency of damage, we can only pay attention to many details in the packaging, because good packaging is more conducive to air transportation. The following section tells you how to prevent damage to fragile goods during air transportation and how to prevent damage. Tips.
For fragile air transportation, what are the packaging requirements? The first task is to ensure that the goods are not squeezed. So how can we prevent packaging squeezing? Generally speaking, the properties of fragile goods are almost the same. Taking glass as an example, a good glass safety air transportation must be placed under pressure. At this time, foam, thick paper and wooden packaging can be used. The samples are very reliable, but there is a disadvantage: high cost, complex process and long time. Of course, if the value of the goods is very high, you can give it a try. In order to ensure that the goods do not collide, how can they not collide? That is to say, as much foam and cushion as possible around and inside, it can not only prevent collision, but also play a protective role. All foams are a good packaging material, especially suitable for air transportation and transportation packaging of fragile goods.
1. The outer packaging of fragile goods bears external pressure (put in cushioning packaging). Wooden boxes are generally used to prevent packaging damage, fragile goods breakage, loss, friction, vibration, etc.
2. The inner packaging is a carton, and the carton is foam. The function of the carton is to prevent the vibration of fragile products, packing foam packaging, and the carton is sealed with a waterproof fiber bag to prevent moisture and waterproof. The carton is packed with foam to ensure that fragile items are clean and tidy.
3. The foam packaging should be tightly combined with the fragile product, leaving no air to prevent impact and breakage of fragile products.
4. If valuable and fragile items are poorly packed, they should be loaded into air consignment boxes to ensure the safety of the goods.
What is LCL?
Two or more consignors, for goods shipped to the same destination port, mix the goods into the same or several boxes to save costs (generally speaking, shipping companies do not accept bills of lading for the same container with two or more consignees, but you can find an agent to do unpacking services and shipping bills on your behalf)
Guangzhou Xianyi International Freight Forwarding Co., Ltd. undertakes FCL/LCL transportation services in the Middle East.
How can I track my shipment?
You can easily track the goods by entering the customer name and mobile phone number in the "Freight Inquiry" column at the top of the website page.
How to modify the bill of lading?
An amendment to the bill of lading means that the bill of lading content still needs to be modified after the deadline for the document specified by the shipping company. This will result in an amendment to the bill of lading, and the cost will be borne by the party at fault.
What cannot be split or combined?
Split bill: a bill under a customs bill number, shipped in full container, CY/CY terms, divided into two or more bills of lading at the request of the customer's L/C, or other delivery requirements, is called split bill. Generally, the consignee of the split bill should be the same person. If there are two or more consignees, confirm with the shipping company in advance whether to operate CY/CFS. Generally, the shipping company does not provide devanning services, but you can find an agent at the destination port of the same industry to operate, and you need to pay the agency fee.
Combined bill: bills under two or more customs bill numbers, shipped in full container, CY/CY terms, and the goods are loaded on the same ship and shipped to the same destination port. The goods can be combined into one bill of lading at the request of the customer, and the consignee should generally be the same.
Split bills and combined bills must be on the same ship, the same destination port, the same route, the same payment method, and the same type (full container or LCL) to split or combine bills, but some shipping companies cannot split bills, depending on the specific shipping company.