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Pay attention to container seals when transporting import and export goods

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Update time : 2022-09-07 13:23:51
        Container seals, to put it bluntly, are the locks on the container, which are used to protect the safety of the goods in the container. Many importers and exporters have suffered losses of their own goods due to insufficient attention to container seals during the transportation of goods.
1. What does the container seal mean?
        Container seal, also known as container lead seal, container lead seal, is a one-time lock of the container, and its main function is to protect the safety of the items in the container. There is a seal number on the container seal, which is unique, and because the container seal can only be used once, it will be broken after opening. Therefore, if the number on the container seal obtained by the customer is the same as that on the bill of lading, it means that the container is not in transit. It has been opened and the goods are intact. Pay attention to the difference between the container seal number and the shipping mark. The shipping mark refers to the packaging printed mark of the goods, which is not the same as the container seal number.
2. Classification of container seals
(1)  According to the person applying the seal, it can be divided into: factory seal (factory seal, which is added by the export factory), lock (custom seal, that is, the customs seal, which is added by the customs), ship seal (the shipping company seal, which is the ship's seal). The company added), the temporary seal of the wharf (the temporary seal of the wharf is added by the wharf). Note: Regarding the temporary seal of the wharf, this situation is very rare, and it is generally only used in two cases: one is that the seal on the back door of the cabinet is accidentally damaged when unloading the ship or the superior department requires opening the cabinet (such as customs or commodity inspection). Inspection, etc.), there will be records on the terminal system for the reason of opening the container; the other is to unload the container in the terminal after unloading the container, and when the consignee picks up the first batch of goods, in order to avoid disputes. , a temporary closure of the pier will be added.
(2)  According to the material and function of the seal, it can be divided into: high security seal (also known as bullet seal), wire seal, plastic seal, iron seal and padlock seal.
3. The use process of the container seal The usage of the container seal is very simple. Generally, after the goods are checked, the container door is closed and locked. The specific use process is as follows:
(1)  After the goods are loaded, the person responsible for shipping, the inspector, the supervisor and the carrier must check it. After verification, the locker will close the door and lock the locker in a timely manner under the supervision of the supervisor.
(2)  After closing the door of the container, the locker seals the door of the container with a seal. Generally, there are two poles on the left and right doors of the container, totaling four poles. When closing the door, the left door is closed first. OK, fasten the bayonet, then close the right box door, fasten the bayonet, and apply a lead seal to the sealing position of the hexagonal screw of the right box door.
(3)  After confirming that the sealing of the container is correct, the container lock management personnel shall make a complete sealing record.
4. Where should the container seal be sealed?
         The position of the container lead seal is not very particular. It can be sealed on the left or right side, but it is usually sealed at the position of the right door, mainly because the iron sheet that presses the door is welded on the right door (ie. Right press left), when closing the door, the left door must be closed first and then the right door. Therefore, some shipping companies will write stricter standard operating procedures, requiring it to be sealed on the right bayonet of the right box door, but it is actually sealed on the right side. It doesn't affect anywhere. As for the number of seals, in theory, the four ears of the back door of the cabinet can be sealed.
5. Precautions when using container seals
(1)  In the factory, if the container seal cannot be opened or is damaged, or the lock is changed, the freight forwarder should be reported immediately, and the freight forwarder should purchase a new container seal that meets the requirements and inform the seal number. When the container is loaded, first seal it with the factory-provided container seal and take a few clear photos to keep. When the container is transported to the site, ask the freight forwarder to provide a new container seal number, and notify you to change the loading record and change the new container seal. and inform the client of this.
(2)  When the container enters the port of transport, it is necessary to carefully check whether the information on the packing list retained by the company is consistent with the entry information. If any discrepancies are found, immediately inform the forwarder and find out the reason. Once the container seal is properly locked, it cannot be opened unless it is violently damaged (ie, cut open), and the damaged container seal cannot be reused. As long as the appearance of the container is complete, the door of the container is properly closed, and the seal of the container is properly locked, it can be proved that the container has not been opened without permission during transportation. Avoid unnecessary troubles during the transportation of goods.



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