I. How to judge whether a packaging agent has professional qualifications?

When choosing an export packaging agent, it is recommended to verify according to the following standards:

• International certification qualifications
  • Check whether it holds the ISO 22000 food packaging certification (for related products)
  • Confirm that it has the dangerous goods UN packaging certification (when transporting dangerous goods)
  • Check the IPPC mark registration of the wood packaging enterprise
• Industry case accumulation
  • Require examples of packaging solutions for the same category of goods
  • Check its cooperation records with international transportation companies it serves
• Customization ability
  • Evaluate its ability to design packaging solutions for special - shaped/fragile items
  • Confirm that it can provide adaptable packaging modifications for multimodal transport

II. 2025International freightWhat are the mandatory standards for packaging?

According to the latest international trade regulations, special attention should be paid to:

• Requirements for environmentally friendly materials
  • The new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) will come into full effect in 2025
  • The California AB 2638 Act in the United States restricts plastic fillers
• Safety protection standards
  • ISTA 6 - FEDEX 2024 Test Standard (Applicable to Express Delivery Transportation)
  • IMDG CODE 42 - 25 Edition Dangerous Goods Packaging Specification
• Intelligent Traceability
  • It is recommended to choose a packaging service provider that supports the implantation of RFID tags.
  • Some countries require the display of carbon footprint labels on the outer packaging.

III. How to balance cost and safety in the selection of packaging materials?

Based on years of practical experience, it is recommended to adopt a three - level material selection strategy:

• Basic Protection Layer
  • Corrugated Cardboard: Select BC double - corrugated cardboard to cope with the maritime transportation environment.
  • Cushioning Material: Give priority to using degradable honeycomb paper instead of foam plastics.
• Enhanced Protection Layer
  • Heavy - duty Goods: It is recommended to use a combination of steel - edged boxes + moisture - proof film.
  • Precision Instruments: A suspended cushioning packaging system must be adopted.
• Special Treatment Layer
  • Anti - static Packaging: Essential for the transportation of electronic components.
  • Vacuum Aluminized Film: Preferred for the preservation of food - type goods.

IV. How to effectively safeguard rights in case of packaging damage disputes?

Based on the handling of over 200 transportation dispute cases, the following measures are recommended:

• Prevention in advance
  • Require the agent to provide a packaging test report (ISTA/GB standard).
  • Clarify the terms for dividing damage liability in the contract.
• Collect evidence during the process.
  • Shoot a video of the complete six - sided packaging status during container loading.
  • Use an intelligent seal to record the whole - journey transportation data.
• Post - event Handling
  • Immediately apply for an on - site inspection by a third - party inspection agency.
  • Carry out rapid claims settlement through the insured transportation insurance.

V. What packaging misunderstandings may cause significant losses?

According to the cases reported by the customs, special attention should be paid to:

• Wooden packaging violations
  • In 2024, Australia added 12 tree species that need to be fumigated.
  • Cases of full - container return due to non - compliance with the ISPM15 standard.
• Problem of Missing Labels
  • A company lost $800,000 worth of equipment due to failure to mark "This Side Up."
  • The packaging of chemical products lacked the UN label and was detained at the port of destination.
• Insufficient climate adaptability
  • The goods sent to the Middle East had their seals fail due to the lack of high - temperature protection treatment.
  • The transportation to Northern Europe did not consider anti - freezing packaging, resulting in the deterioration of liquid products.

VI. What are the development trends of future packaging agency services?

According to industry observations, the following changes will occur in 2025:

• Intelligent packaging system
  • The penetration rate of temperature and humidity sensing labels is expected to reach 65%.
  • Self - repairing packaging materials begin to be commercially applied.
• Circular economy model
  • The EU will compulsorily implement the packaging recycling deposit system.
  • The reuse rate of foldable packing boxes is increased to 40%.
• Customized solutions
  • The AI - based packaging solution generation system is launched.
  • 3D printing instant packaging services cover major ports.