Is Your Dangerous Goods Shipment Being Held Before Export?
One of the most common reasons dangerous goods (DG) shipments are delayed before loading onto a vessel is missing or incorrect dangerous goods markings and labels.
It is not uncommon for export pallets, drums, IBCs or cartons to arrive at a container packing facility, freight terminal or export inspection site, only to be stopped because they do not meet the marking and labelling requirements of the IMDG Code.
These delays can result in missed vessel cut-offs, additional storage charges and unnecessary costs.
Common Reasons Sea Freight DG Shipments Are Rejected
We regularly see shipments held due to:
- Missing Class hazard labels.
- Missing UN number and Proper Shipping Name markings.
- Incorrect or damaged labels.
- Missing Marine Pollutant marks (where required).
- Missing orientation arrows on combination packages.
- Packaging that does not comply with the approved packing instruction.
- Missing or incorrect dangerous goods documentation.
Even a simple labelling issue can prevent your shipment from progressing through the export chain.
Urgent Dangerous Goods Labelling Service
If your shipment has already been stopped, DG Solutions can help quickly.
Our team can:
- Supply compliant IMDG dangerous goods labels.
- Produce UN number and Proper Shipping Name markings.
- Provide Marine Pollutant marks and orientation arrows.
- Prepare replacement labels for damaged or missing markings.
- Arrange urgent same-day dispatch of labels where possible.
- On-Site Dangerous Goods Inspection & Rectification
Where required, we can attend your freight, warehouse or export facility to inspect the shipment and rectify compliance issues before export.
Our on-site services include:
- Dangerous goods compliance inspections.
- IMDG marking and labelling.
- Packaging inspections.
- Overpack inspections.
- Dangerous Goods Declaration preparation.
- Advice on segregation and stowage requirements.
- General export compliance assistance.
Our goal is to get your shipment compliant and moving as quickly as possible.
Don't Let Missing Labels Delay Your Export
Most dangerous goods export delays are avoidable. Ensuring your shipment is correctly marked, labelled and documented before it leaves your warehouse can save significant time and expense.
However, if your shipment has already been held, we can provide rapid assistance to minimise delays and help get your cargo back on track.
Need Urgent Assistance?
If your dangerous goods shipment has been stopped due to missing labels or other compliance issues, contact DG Solutions today.
We provide urgent dangerous goods labelling, IMDG compliance inspections, Dangerous Goods Declarations, packaging advice and on-site rectification services throughout New Zealand.