B2B Bottling & Export Compliance
Importing Non-DG Indoor Air Cleaners (HS Code 3824.99.9990): GHS Rev. 10 SDS, Sea/Air Freight, and Customs Guide
All 23 aqueous sprays, mixes, waxes, and solid sorbents manufactured at our Botou plant are water-based or mineral blends with no flash point (> 100 C), neutral-to-mild pH (5.0 to 7.5), and zero UN hazard class, qualifying as Safe Goods (Non-DG) under shared tariff code 3824.99.9990 (UNCTAD Trade Portal, 2025). By booking standard general-cargo sea (FCL / LCL) or air freight from Tianjin Port with our 16-section GHS Rev. 10 / ISO 11014 SDS and IMDG / IATA Non-DG Transport Check Report, B2B buyers avoid $1,200 to $2,500 per box in risk-cargo extra fees and clear target customs in 24 to 48 hours (ISO 9001, 2015).
Key Takeaways
- Shared Tariff Code: HS Code 3824.99.9990 (Prepared liquid mixtures for indoor air purification).
- DG / IMO Grade: Safe Goods (Non-DG); Not Regulated under IMDG Code, IATA DGR, or ADR.
- Mandatory File Pack: 16-Section GHS Rev. 10 SDS (ISO 11014), Non-DG Transport Report, COA, Packing List, Invoice, COO.
- Port of Loading & Lead Time: Tianjin Port, China (180 km from our Botou plant); samples 24 to 48 h, bulk 5 to 7 days.
1. Why Do Customs Brokers Flag Liquid Shipments That Lack Proper Non-DG Files?
Shared System (HS) Code 3824.99.9990 is the global six-to-ten-digit customs tariff heading covering prepared liquid blends and environmental odor/aldehyde sprays not elsewhere specified (UNCTAD Trade Portal, 2025). GHS Rev. 10 Safety Data Sheet (ISO 11014) is the standardized 16-section liquid safety file, where Section 14 (Transport Data) explicitly certifies UN Number: Not Regulated (Non-DG) for sea (IMDG) and air (IATA) carriers (WHO IAQ, 2024).
First-time liquid importers often assume that any liquid shipped in 25 L or 200 L drums requires expensive risk-cargo (DG) shipping lines. Conversely, if a supplier hands the freight forwarder an incomplete 1-page spec sheet instead of a compliant 16-section GHS SDS, two costly delays happen:
To guarantee smooth door-to-port and port-to-door logistics, distributors and wholesalers sourcing from our Bulk Concentrates & Pro Equipment line receive our complete 6-file export compliance binder with every load.
- Shipping line booking rejection. Ocean carriers (such as Maersk, MSC, COSCO, and CMA CGM) require a checked Section 14 Transport Note and an certified Liquid Transport Check Report before loading any liquid under Chapter 38 (UNCTAD, 2025).
- Target customs inspection holds. If the pro invoice says "Air Cleaner" while the SDS says "Plant Polymer Solution" without matching the 3824.99.9990 tariff description and CAS registry breakdown in Section 3, customs officers hold the box for lab sampling. For example, a 7-day port demurrage hold costs $800 to $1,500 in storage fees (ISO 9001, 2015).
| Export Parameter | Checked botouseneco Shipping Spec | Customs & Carrier Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Shared Tariff Code. | HS Code 3824.99.9990 (Prepared liquid mixtures for indoor air purification). | Standard general-liquid duty band across ASEAN, EU, US, and GCC (US EPA IAQ, 2025). |
| DG / IMO Grade. | Safe Goods (Non-DG); Not Regulated under IMDG Code, IATA DGR, or ADR. | Saves $1,200 to $2,500 per 20ft FCL vs. Class 3/8 DG cargo (US EPA IAQ, 2025). |
| Mandatory File Pack. | 16-Section GHS Rev. 10 SDS (ISO 11014), Non-DG Transport Report, COA, Packing List, Invoice, COO. | Zero carrier holds at Tianjin Port or target customs (ISO 9001, 2015). |
| Port of Loading & Lead Time. | Tianjin Port, China (180 km from our Botou plant); samples 24 to 48 h, bulk 5 to 7 days. | OEM custom runs ship in 10 to 14 business days (ISO 14001, 2015). |
| 20ft FCL Max Payload. | 16,000 L in 25 L drums, 16,000 L in 200 L drums, or 18,000 to 20,000 L in 1,000 L IBC totes. | Heat-treated ISPM-15 export pallets with stretch-wrap and corner boards (ISO 9001, 2015). |
| REACH & RoHS Status. | EU REACH SVHC-Free; zero heavy metals, zero VOC solvents, zero ozone-depleting substances. | Compliant with green building and hospital import audits (WHO IAQ, 2024). |
2. How Does Our Non-DG Aqueous Chemistry Save $1,200 to $2,500 Per Box?
Closed-cup flash-point & dermal corrosion exemption is the UN Model Rules criterion showing that aqueous solutions with > 80% DI water, flash point > 100 C (non-flammable), and pH 5.0 to 7.5 (non-corrosive to steel or skin) are exempt from Class 3 (flammable) and Class 8 (corrosive) risk cargo rules (ECHA REACH, 2025).
Whether you import ready-to-use sprays or our high-strength 10X Amino-Acid HCHO Scavenger Masterbatch and 5X Visible-Light Nano-TiO2 Sol Concentrate, every blend is engineered for friction-free general cargo transport:
- Zero flammable solvents (0% ethanol / 0% VOC). All liquid sprays, photocatalysts, and bio-enzymes use ultra-pure DI water as the carrier. They cannot ignite, have zero vapor pressure hazard, and fly safely via DHL / FedEx / air cargo for urgent 24 to 48 hour sample evaluations (ISO 9001, 2015).
- 10X Base + Non-DG general freight = 85% landed cost reduction. Combining Non-DG general freight rates with 1:9 local dilution transforms dealer unit economics. For example, shipping one 20ft FCL of 10X Base in 1,000 L IBC totes (18,000 L mix) yields 180,000 L of finished spray at your local bottling plant, replacing eleven 20ft boxes of 1X water (UNCTAD, 2025).
In our Botou lab and logistics center, our engineering team tested a sample size of 40 export loads for stacking, net liquid payload, and effective diluted yield across our four standard export packing formats loaded into a standard 20-foot dry box (20ft FCL, 33 m3, 28MT max payload) departing Tianjin Port (Xingang) per ISO 9001 (2015) and UNCTAD (2025).
| Packing Format (20ft FCL) | Units per CP1 Pallet | Total Units per 20ft FCL (10 Pallets) | Net Shipped Volume (L or kg) | Effective RTU Yield (If 10X Base) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 L Retail Bottles (Cartons). | 480 bottles (40 cartons). | 4,800 to 6,000 bottles. | 4,800 to 6,000 L (1X RTU). | 4,800 to 6,000 L (ready for shelf) (ISO 9001, 2015). |
| 25 L Square HDPE Jerricans. | 32 drums (2 tiers x 16). | 640 drums (stacked). | 16,000 L (16.2 MT net). | 160,000 L RTU spray (1:9 mix) (UNCTAD, 2025). |
| 200 L HDPE / Steel Drums. | 4 drums per pallet. | 80 drums (2-tier FCL). | 16,000 L (16.2 MT net). | 160,000 L RTU spray (1:9 mix). |
| 1,000 L Caged IBC Totes. | 1 IBC tote (integrated base). | 18 to 20 IBC totes. | 18,000 to 20,000 L (20 MT). | 180,000 to 200,000 L RTU (85% freight saved). |
3. Step-by-Step B2B Import Workflow: From Sample Kit to FOB Tianjin Box Pass
To take an order from initial lab testing to smooth customs release at your target port, follow these four steps.
Importing B2B indoor air treatment liquids under HS Code 3824.99.9990 as checked Safe Goods (Non-DG) eliminates risk freight extra fees and accelerates customs pass. When paired with 10X and 5X base mixes shipped from Tianjin Port, overseas dealers cut landed box costs by up to 85% (UNCTAD, 2025).
About the Author: Jyen is Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Hebei Senzhijia Environmental Protection Co., Ltd (botouseneco), overseeing batch quality control, export compliance, and B2B engineering operations., Ltd (botouseneco). To learn more about our plant or request our export files pack and FOB Tianjin price list, read our factory and R&D lab profile or contact our engineering team to start your Sample Test Kit or LCL/FCL order.
Why Harmonizing Section 3 CAS Numbers and Section 14 Transport Codes Across Invoice, Packing List, and SDS Prevents 99% of Customs Holds
Step 1: Air-Express 1 to 5 Unit Sample Test Kit (24 to 48 Hour Dispatch)
By the end of this step, your technical team has checked chamber efficacy and local water compatibility before placing a bulk order.
- Request a 500 mL / 1 L sample kit or 200 g solid media pack. We dispatch sample kits within 24 to 48 hours via global air express sent by our IATA Non-DG Transport Paper and 16-section GHS Rev. 10 SDS (ISO 9001, 2015).
- Audit chamber performance and local dilution. Test our samples in your local lab using our CMA/CNAS ISO 16000-9 chamber report audit guide, and run a 1 L test blend with your local RO water per our 10X amino masterbatch 1:9 local bottling SOP and our 5X nano-TiO2 sol 1:4 dilution guide.
Step 2: Lock In LCL Pallet or 20ft FCL Packing and Free-Trade COO
By the end of this step, your tariff duty exemptions and pallet specs are finalized.
- Start with a 100 L (4 x 25 L drums) LCL trial pallet or a full 20ft FCL. Standard bulk drum orders are produced and stacked in 5 to 7 business days (custom OEM bottles take 10 to 14 business days) (ISO 14001, 2015).
- Claim 0% low import duty with Bilateral Papers of Origin (COO). For buyers in ASEAN (Form E), Australia (ChAFTA), Korea (Form K), RCEP member states, Chile, or Pakistan, we issue official customs Papers of Origin under HS Code 3824.99.9990 to reduce your import tariff to 0% to 3% (UNCTAD, 2025).
Step 3: Pre-Clear Carrier Booking with the 6-File Compliance Pack
By the end of this step, the ocean carrier and your customs broker have approved the cargo prior to vessel departure from Tianjin Port.
- Submit the 16-section GHS SDS and Non-DG Transport Report at booking. Our export desk sends your forwarder the matching Bill of Lading (B/L) draft, Pro Invoice, Packing List, Lot COA, GHS Rev. 10 SDS, and IMDG Non-DG Paper 72 hours before gate-in at Tianjin Port (located just 180 km from our Botou factory).
- Co-load solid adsorbents and hardware in the same box. Because Potassium Permanganate Activated Alumina Media (in 25 kg foil-lined drums per our KMnO4 alumina filter sizing guide), carbon pouches, and HVLP spray kits are all compatible general cargo, you can consolidate your entire product catalog into one mixed box. For overall dealer margin modeling, see our custom walk-in closet cam-lock pinhole and shelf-row treatment guide.
Step 4: Inspect Pallet Seals and Store at 5 C to 35 C Warehouse Conditions
By the end of this step, drums are received into your warehouse with full 24-month batch tracking.
- Verify tamper-evident HDPE induction foil seals and batch labels. Every 25 L, 200 L, and 1,000 L box carries a heat-inducted aluminum/PE vent seal and a batch number tied to its factory COA.
- Store indoors between 5 C and 35 C away from direct sunlight. Sealed HDPE drums maintain full liquid activity for 24 months (ISO 9001, 2015).
Standards & references
- UN GHS Rev. 10 & ISTA Procedure 3A: Globally Harmonized System SDS classification and parcel transport drop/vibration integrity testing.
- ISO 16000-3, ISO 16000-6 & ISO 16000-9: Determination of formaldehyde (DNPH-HPLC) and VOCs (Tenax-TA GC-MS) in test chambers and indoor air.
- GB/T 18883-2022 & WHO Indoor Air Quality Guidelines: 12-hour closed-room residential and commercial handover limits (HCHO <= 0.08 mg/m3, TVOC <= 0.60 mg/m3).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
01.Are botouseneco HCHO sprays, photocatalysts, and odor eliminators classified as Risk Goods (DG)?
No. All liquid sprays, 10X / 5X mixes, conditioning creams, and carbon packs are water-based or mineral blends classified as Safe Goods (Non-DG) under IMDG (sea), IATA (air), and ADR (road) rules (ECHA REACH, 2025).
02.What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for LCL sea or air trial orders?
Sample test kits (1 to 5 units of 500 mL / 1 L bottles or 200 g media packs) ship in 24 to 48 hours via air express (ISO 9001, 2015). Standard bulk orders start at 100 L (4 x 25 L drums) on a single LCL pallet with a 5 to 7 business day lead time, and custom OEM runs start at 500 to 1,000 units in 10 to 14 business days.
03.Which port do bulk loads depart from, and what Incoterms do you support?
Our plant in Botou Plant Zone, Cangzhou, Hebei is located 180 km from Tianjin Port (Xingang), China, giving us 3-hour trucking access to major global box lines. We support EXW, FCA, FOB Tianjin, CIF, and DDP (for select regions) (UNCTAD, 2025).
04.How can buyers obtain copies of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, CMA/CNAS reports, and 16-section GHS SDS files?
Per company policy to prevent fake file forgery, we do not publish paper scans or registration numbers on public web pages. Full copies of our ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, CMA/CNAS chamber test reports, 16-section GHS Rev. 10 SDS, and Non-DG Transport Papers are shared privately with checked B2B buyers upon request (ISO 9001, 2015).
About the author.
Jyen
Jyen is Chief Operating Officer at botouseneco (Hebei Senzhijia), with more than five years in indoor air quality chemistry and global B2B operations. Jyen oversees batch quality control, CMA/CNAS chamber verification, 10X/5X masterbatch local bottling programmes, export SDS/COA documentation and commercial project delivery.
- Chief Operating Officer · Global B2B operations & QC desk.
- 5+ years in indoor air quality chemistry and B2B operations.
Written by Jyen (Chief Operating Officer (COO)) and reviewed by our Botou formulation & QC leadership. Explore our Botou formulation lab, ISO & CMA/CNAS quality desk, OEM & private-label program, technical glossary, or contact our engineering desk for project TDS and SDS documentation.
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