In the export of hazardous chemicals, caution is always paramount, especially when the destination country is a key focus of customs. Every step must be meticulously executed. Among these, the strict consistency between key documents such as the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) and transport certificate and the actual goods is of utmost importance, directly affecting the smooth clearance of the goods. Even a slight error can lead to serious consequences.

A shipment of polyurethane hazardous chemicals exported to Myanmar once encountered such a setback. The MSDS report for this shipment used ranges for the composition content, such as methyl acetate: 35-45%, acetone: 15-25%, etc. This seemingly reasonable description caused significant problems during customs inspection. Initially, the toluene test results for the first three batches met the regulations. However, when another container was inspected, the situation changed drastically; the detected toluene content was as high as 57%, far exceeding the standard range. This serious discrepancy directly led to the detention of the entire shipment and its subsequent comprehensive inspection.

A deeper analysis of this incident reveals that the problem wasn't solely due to the use of range values ​​in the test report. Statements like "≤40%" in the MSDS document were also imprecise. Chemical products often undergo changes in composition during transportation due to oxidation and other complex factors. This means that the test results at the factory may be completely different upon arrival at the destination port.

Therefore, when exporting hazardous chemicals to strictly regulated regions, companies must take more rigorous measures. On the one hand, they must use precise values ​​instead of vague ranges to reduce the risks arising from inaccurate documentation from the outset; on the other hand, they must fully consider potential changes in composition during transportation and prepare contingency plans in advance. Only in this way can the smooth export of hazardous chemicals be ensured, avoiding a series of problems such as cargo detention and delivery delays.

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