Sensitive cargo
Batteries, liquids, cosmetics — dedicated lines.
- Classes
- General · sensitive · needs review
- Common examples
- Power banks · perfume · food
- Verification
- Warehouse inspection (final)
- Surcharges
- At published rates
Goods containing batteries, liquids, powders, magnets, food or cosmetics need special arrangements. Describe what you bought in plain words — the rules engine classifies it instantly, the warehouse verifies the goods, and it routes to the right sensitive line.
Declaring is simple
No freight-risk checkboxes. Type "power bank" or "perfume" and the system tells you how it ships.
Warehouse verification
The final class comes from physical inspection at the warehouse — catching misdeclarations before customs does.
Air restrictions
Some goods — built-in lithium batteries, for instance — cannot fly and move to the sea sensitive line automatically.
When documents are needed
Goods requiring permits trigger a document step (MSDS, ingredient list, permit) and ship once it is complete.
Cargo classes on this platform are used for freight arrangement and pricing. They are not a customs tariff classification, an HS Code determination or an import permit, and are not a guarantee of clearance.
How it works
- 1
Describe the goods
Just the product name — no freight jargon needed.
- 2
Instant estimate
The rules return general, sensitive or needs-review immediately.
- 3
Warehouse verifies
Physical inspection confirms the final class.
- 4
Ships correctly
Routed to the matching line at published sensitive-cargo rates.
Sensitive cargo — FAQ
What counts as sensitive?
Typically anything with batteries, liquids, powders, magnets, food or cosmetics. Type the product name into the cargo guide for an instant answer.
Does sensitive mean it cannot ship?
No — sensitive simply means a dedicated line at dedicated rates. Genuinely restricted goods are flagged separately and may be refused or require a permit.
What documents might be required?
It depends on the goods: an MSDS, ingredient list, product specification or permit. The platform tells you exactly what to upload.
What if I am unsure what is inside?
Declare what you do know. Anything uncertain goes to needs-review and is decided after inspection — which protects you at customs.
More answers on the full FAQ page.