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What should we pay attention to by air special cargo?

Apr 02, 2024|View:15

Air cargo has the advantages of fast timeliness and high safety, but air cargo also has certain restrictions. Of course, no matter any mode of transportation, the transportation object has such classification: general goods, special goods.

What do we mean by special cargo in air transport?

Special cargo by air refers to those goods that cannot be transported by ordinary air transportation. These special cargoes require extra attention and special transportation arrangements to ensure their safe and efficient delivery to their destination.

Special goods refer to those goods that are subject to special restrictions at the time of carriage due to the nature of the goods themselves (dangerous goods, fresh and perishable goods, goods with strong odors), value (valuable goods), volume (oversized goods) or weight (overweight goods).

What are the common precautions?

1. The consignor requires urgent transportation of the goods, with the consent of the carrier, can handle urgent transportation, and according to the provisions of the charge of urgent freight.

2. Any microbial products harmful to human body, animals and plants, such as bacteria, culture medium with bacteria, shall not be transported without the special approval of CAAC.

3. Vaccines, vaccines, antibiotics, serum and other biological products that have been artificially manufactured, refined and sterilized can be transported according to general cargo if the shipper provides proof of sterility and non-toxicity. The storage and transportation of microorganisms and harmful biological products shall be away from food.

4. The transportation of plants and plant products shall be based on the valid "phytosanitary Certificate" issued by the phytosanitary department at or above the county level (inclusive) where the shipper is located.

5. Ashes should be packed in a closed plastic bag or other sealed container, with a wooden box and the outermost layer wrapped in cloth.

For different types of special cargo by air, airlines and logistics companies usually provide specialized services and solutions to ensure that the cargo is properly handled during transportation, minimize risks, and guarantee a safe, efficient, and smooth delivery to the destination.

Therefore, for customers who need special cargo by air, it is recommended to communicate with the airline or logistics company in advance to understand the relevant regulations and requirements, and ensure that the corresponding transportation conditions are met.