Choosing the packaging of a product to be exported is not a minor decision that can be made lightly, considering that it may depend on whether a product arrives at its destination in good or bad condition.
For this reason, companies involved in the international sale of any product must consider a series of factors when deciding the packaging material for a product to be exported. A small mistake or incorrect decision can lead to the cargo not arriving at its destination in perfect condition.
In this sense, making the right choice of packaging material plays a crucial role. CMB wants to help you with this task as much as possible. To do so, it is important to highlight that some requirements of resistance or durability must be fulfilled, while it has to be adapted to the legislations and regulations of the countries through which the products it contains will transit.
Guarantees that the packaging of a product to be exported must ensure
All packaging material for export must meet clear criteria of containment, practicality, and compatibility. Firstly, it is essential to choose the right capacity, so that all the products are well distributed, ensuring transport and that they will arrive at their destination without suffering any setbacks.
On the other hand, the export packaging has to allow the cargo to be handled in a simple and practical way, both by the exporting company and the carriers in charge of handling and manipulating it throughout the journey.
What questions should you ask yourself before selecting an export product packaging material?
There are three main questions companies should ask themselves before deciding an export product packaging material.
What type of product are we going to transport
What type of means of transport will these goods be transported on
To which country do we have to send the products
There are many types of goods, each with its particularities, which play a decisive role when it comes to deciding a specific packaging. It is important to know that transporting liquids is not the same as transporting furniture or items of clothing. Therefore, you should always decide according to the load to be transported.
Secondly, be aware that the vehicles through which the cargo will be transported will, to a large extent, also determine the packaging used. For example, if the products will travel on a ship, you should choose a material that will protect them from rust and corrosion. If they are going on a plane, then it is best to focus on materials that are protective, but lightweight, to optimize weight without compromising on the safety of the cargo.
Finally, the last determining factor is the geographical location of the importing country. For example, if your cargo is going to an area with extreme weather conditions, take this into account with the packaging to avoid unexpected setbacks. Be fully informed and know the current legislation of the countries through which your cargo will pass and, above all, of the country receiving it.
Answering these three questions correctly is of vital importance to ensure success at all stages of the export process.
What questions should you ask yourself before selecting an export product packaging material?
There are three main questions companies should ask themselves before deciding an export product packaging material.
What type of product are we going to transport
There are many types of goods, each with its particularities, which play a decisive role when it comes to deciding a specific packaging. It is important to know that transporting liquids is not the same as transporting furniture or items of clothing. Therefore, you should always decide according to the load to be transported.
What type of means of transport will these goods be transported on
Secondly, be aware that the vehicles through which the cargo will be transported will, to a large extent, also determine the packaging used. For example, if the products will travel on a ship, you should choose a material that will protect them from rust and corrosion. If they are going on a plane, then it is best to focus on materials that are protective, but lightweight, to optimize weight without compromising on the safety of the cargo.
To which country do we have to send the products
Finally, the last determining factor is the geographical location of the importing country. For example, if your cargo is going to an area with extreme weather conditions, take this into account with the packaging to avoid unexpected setbacks. Be fully informed and know the current legislation of the countries through which your cargo will pass and, above all, of the country receiving it.
Answering these three questions correctly is of vital importance to ensure success at all stages of the export process.
Let us advise you on the packaging of your products for export
If you need information or would like us to advise you in a more personalized way on the most suitable packaging for the products you wish to export, just contact CMB’s commercial department.
To do so, you can call 93 636 14 16, write us an e-mail at [email protected], or fill in our contact form. We will inform you about everything without any obligation!
