Specialist coordination for batteries, chemicals and regulated cargo

Lithium batteries and battery logistics are among EPSYLOG’s specialist capabilities. Acceptance depends on battery type, classification, packaging, documentation, route and carrier requirements.

Yes. EPSYLOG provides specialist handling for several chemical and dangerous-goods categories. Exact acceptance must be checked against the product documentation and route.

The documentation depends on the cargo’s classification and shipping method. Common requirements may include a commercial invoice, packing list, Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS), UN number and hazard classification, dangerous goods transport declaration and relevant packaging certification.

For regulated hazardous chemicals exported from China, additional customs inspection documents may include a manufacturer’s compliance declaration, hazard classification report and applicable packaging performance or use-inspection certificates. EPSYLOG can help review the documentation requirements before transportation is arranged.

An SDS (Safety Data Sheet), traditionally called an MSDS, provides information about a product’s hazards, handling, storage and safety precautions. A Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD) is a transport-specific document used to declare regulated cargo to the carrier.

An SDS does not replace a required Dangerous Goods Declaration or other transport documentation. The exact documents depend on the commodity and transport mode.

Yes, when the relevant regulations permit transportation and the shipment meets applicable requirements. Conditions depend on battery chemistry, capacity, configuration, packaging and transport mode; batteries shipped separately may be subject to different rules from batteries packed with or installed in equipment.

Air transport is particularly restrictive, and certain battery shipments are prohibited or require cargo-aircraft-only arrangements. EPSYLOG can help assess suitable options based on the battery specifications and available carrier services.

Shipping solutions may be available depending on technical characteristics and regulatory classification. Large battery systems may require specialised packaging, handling procedures, equipment assessments and carrier approvals. EPSYLOG can coordinate freight enquiries subject to technical review, regulatory requirements and transport-provider acceptance.

Certain dangerous goods can be transported by air when properly classified, packed, marked, labelled, documented and accepted by the airline, in compliance with ICAO Technical Instructions, IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and relevant national and operator requirements. Some dangerous goods are prohibited by air, while others may only be permitted on cargo aircraft.

Certain products can be shipped by sea under the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code. Arrangements depend on classification, packaging, required segregation, container or vessel suitability, and port and shipping-line acceptance. EPSYLOG can review the cargo information and coordinate with maritime providers to assess feasible solutions.

Costs depend on product classification, quantity, packaging, origin, destination, transport mode and carrier requirements. Additional costs may include DG surcharges, specialised trucking, compliant packaging, inspections, documentation, terminal handling or approved storage. Contact EPSYLOG with your cargo details for a quotation.

EPSYLOG can review DG freight enquiries from China to African destinations and assess suitable solutions with relevant partners, including documentation coordination, freight booking and origin and destination handling, depending on the product and agreed scope. All shipments remain subject to export and import regulations, qualified provider availability and carrier acceptance.