How to choose a shipping company for chemical suppliers?

When choosing a shipping company, chemical suppliers should consider the following aspects:
Professional qualifications and experience: Ensure that the selected freight company has professional qualifications for handling chemicals, such as dangerous goods transport certificates, international dangerous goods transport code (IMDG Code) training certificates, etc. Rich industry experience is also an important basis for judging whether it can effectively respond to various emergencies and compliance challenges.
Global network and localized services: Considering the global transportation demand for chemicals, the global logistics network and localized service capabilities of freight forwarding companies are crucial. A freight forwarding company with a wide network of agents and partners can provide more flexible transportation solutions, reduce transit times, and accelerate logistics speed. Meanwhile, localized services mean better understanding and compliance with the import regulations, customs clearance processes, and special requirements of the destination country, effectively reducing risks.
Compliance and Safety: The transportation of chemicals involves multiple regulations and safety standards, including the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods and specific chemical regulations in each country. When choosing a freight forwarder, it is important to ensure that they have a comprehensive compliance system and safety management measures, are able to accurately classify, package, label, and label goods, provide necessary documents and insurance, and ensure that the entire process from shipment to delivery complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
Cost benefit analysis: Although price should not be the sole determining factor, a reasonable cost-benefit ratio is an essential part of any business decision that cannot be ignored. Request the freight forwarding company to provide a detailed quotation, including freight, insurance, estimated customs duties, possible surcharges, etc., and inquire if there are any cost optimization plans, such as multimodal transport, LCL services, etc. At the same time, compare the service content and prices of different companies, and comprehensively evaluate the cost-effectiveness.
Communication and Service Response: Good communication and rapid response skills are crucial for handling emergency situations and customer inquiries. When choosing a freight forwarding company, it is important to understand the structure, response time, and problem-solving capabilities of their customer service team. Evaluate the communication efficiency and effectiveness of problem-solving through trial cooperation or pre consultation.
Customer reviews and recommendations: Referring to the reviews and recommendations of other customers is an effective way to evaluate the reputation and service quality of freight forwarding companies. Refer to online reviews, customer feedback, etc. to understand the actual performance and service quality of freight forwarding companies.