Packaging Requirements for Stainless Steel Cable Trays Shipping to Tanzania

Stainless steel cable trays are typically packaged in bundles or on pallets. It is essential to ensure that the packaging is secure and robust, effectively preventing moisture damage, deformation, and scratches during long-distance sea transport. Wooden packaging must comply with IPPC standards (meaning it must be fumigated and disinfected, with appropriate markings); failure to do so will result in severe penalties at the destination port.

Stainless steel products require the issuance of a Certificate of Origin and a Material Analysis Report. It is advisable to apply in advance for an import permit from the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) to avoid delays upon the arrival of the goods due to qualification issues. The packaging process should include anti-moisture and anti-rust treatments, complying with the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code requirements, and clearly display warning labels such as "THIS SIDE UP."

The product must be explicitly declared as "Stainless Steel Cable Trays" with the accurate HS code 7308 (under the category of structures and parts of structures of iron or steel). Providing the correct code is fundamental to all subsequent procedures. If customs authorities identify any discrepancies, the entire shipment will be subject to re-processing, leading to significant delays in delivery and increased costs. Additionally, precise measurements of the total volume (cubic meters), gross weight (tons), and the number of packages are crucial.

Stainless steel cable trays fall under Tanzania's mandatory control for industrial building materials. Companies must register on the official website of the Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS), submit relevant documents including the ISO 9001 Certificate and the production process flowchart. For certain products, sample testing may be required (e.g., a steel tensile strength test, which can take approximately 15 working days). Upon approval, the TBS mark and certification number must be displayed on the outer packaging.