Detailed explanation of "sensitive goods" in international freight

In the international freight forwarding business, "sensitive cargo" is a term that is often mentioned. Such goods, due to their special nature, require special attention during transportation to ensure safety and compliance. This article will detail what goods are sensitive and explain why they are considered sensitive and how to handle them properly.

Products with batteries

Products containing batteries are one of the common sensitive goods. For example, mobile phones, laptops, Bluetooth headsets and other daily necessities, because the battery is at risk of heating, short circuiting or even explosion during transportation. Especially large-capacity batteries or pure battery products, such as charging treasures, electric vehicle batteries, etc., have stricter transportation requirements. Airlines and shipping companies usually have special regulations for this kind of goods, including packaging, declaration and transportation conditions. Shipper needs to provide battery test reports, safety certification and other documents to ensure transportation safety.

Liquid cargo

Liquid goods are also typical sensitive goods, such as perfumes, toners and lotions in cosmetics, as well as various beverages and chemical reagents. These items are susceptible to leakage during transportation and may contaminate other goods or damage the transport. Therefore, the packaging of liquid goods must be well sealed, in leak-proof containers, and clearly marked on the outer packaging. In addition, there are specific transportation restrictions for different types of liquids, such as alcoholic liquids, whose strength and Quantity are strictly regulated.

Powder Shaped article

Powdered items also belong to the category of sensitive goods, such as milk powder, protein powder, flour, and some chemical powders. The risk of such shipments is that the ingredients are difficult to accurately identify, and some powders may have flammable, explosive or toxic properties. In order to reduce risks, it is necessary not only to ensure the completeness of packaging and prevent leakage, but also to provide detailed descriptions of goods composition and safety certificates so that freight forwarders and transportation companies can assess transportation risks.

Magnetic goods

Magnetic goods, such as speakers and motors, are also regarded as sensitive goods. This is because magnetic substances may interfere with navigation equipment, communication equipment, etc. on aircraft and ships. Therefore, it is necessary to degauss or operate according to special standards before transport. Shipper usually needs to submit a magnetic test report to confirm whether the magnetic strength of the goods meets the transportation requirements.

Imitation brand goods

Products with brand logo produced without brand authorization, that is, so-called "imitation brand" goods, are also sensitive goods. Such goods involve intellectual property infringement, and once seized by the customs, they may face confiscation of goods, fines and even legal proceedings. Therefore, freight forwarding companies will be very cautious when handling such shipments, and often require Shipper to provide a brand authorization letter or other legal supporting documents. But in fact, in most cases, imitation goods are not allowed to be transported normally.

Special merchandise

Food, medicine, medical equipment and other goods related to people's health and safety are also classified as sensitive goods. Countries and regions have strict regulatory systems for such imported goods. Food must meet the food safety standards of the importing country; Drugs and medical devices need to have corresponding registration certification and import license. When transporting these sensitive goods, relevant laws and regulations and requirements must be followed to ensure that the goods can be cleared smoothly and delivered to their destination safely.

For novices to international logistics for the first time, it is essential to understand the above common types of sensitive goods. When choosing a suitable freight forwarding company, you should ask the other party's ability and experience in handling sensitive goods in advance; When preparing for delivery, it is necessary to truthfully inform the freight forwarder of the specific situation of the goods and provide the required documents, so as to ensure the safety and smoothness of the whole transportation process.