How To Properly Label Your Goods From China To Nigeria

I have heard so many people complain that their goods got missing, damaged, were not properly handled, didn’t pass through customs smoothly, or the delivery of such goods was delayed while they shipped such goods from one country to another. And there are so many possible reasons why this could occur. 

One of such reasons is the improper way that some of these goods are labeled. And this is why Valuehandlers International Limited is sharing this post on how to properly label your goods from china to Nigeria.

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There are different kinds of goods ranging from small parcels or packages to big cargoes, from safe goods to dangerous or hazardous goods, among others. This is why goods must be properly labeled. The importance of properly labeling goods cannot be overemphasized as this gives an insight to how the goods should be handled. In other to properly label your goods, there are a multitude of options available from simple handling instructions, indicators, and hazard warnings to sealed document envelopes.  Below, we’ll take you through how to apply labels to your parcels.

Where should labels be placed?

Labels should be placed on the largest surface of the package you are shipping. If it’s a small jiffy bag or envelope, the label should be on the front face of the package. If you’re shipping a box, the label should be on the largest side of the box, which is usually the front face.

Types of Labels

·        Document enclosed envelopes and labels: This type of label keeps all those important details like the address details and customer’s invoice safe and dry during shipping. These envelope labels feature a full adhesive backing to stick firmly to parcels and are transparent so that the delivery address can clearly be seen on the front.  Once the paperwork is folded and tucked in, they seal tight so that everything inside is kept safe.  They should be included on every large parcel you ship to your customers, so always ensure you are well stocked with these envelopes.

·        Handling Instruction Labels: This label includes clear instructions on a parcel. Examples are; ‘Fragile’, ‘This end up’ ,’ Handle with care’, ‘Open with care’, ‘This end up’, ‘This way up’ arrow image, ‘‘Do not crush’, ‘Do not bend’, ‘Documents Enclosed’, ‘Caution Heavy’, among others. If your package needs these special instructions, then adding these labels will ensure everyone who encounters your parcel knows how to handle it correctly. Fragile labels are also available for parcels that are delicate and need to be handled very carefully, such as glass or ceramics. 

·        Hazard Labels: When shipping goods that include anything considered hazardous, like flammable gas, flammable liquid, corrosive or toxic chemicals, then, hazard labels should be also added.  This helps couriers to ensure that your package is stored and transported safely, and that no accidents could occur because of mishandling.

·        Specialist Labels: When shipping goods that are sensitive to static electricity, being dropped or handled roughly or being tilted during shipping from China to Nigeria, there’s a range of labels that can provide protection for sensitive shipments. There are indicator labels that stick well, resistant to moisture and suitable for shipping from China to Nigeria. For sensitive electronic equipment such as circuit boards, computer equipment or mobile devices, apply an antistatic packaging label or and combined with antistatic protective bags to your goods to make it clear that it is sensitive to static electricity and must be properly handled.

·        Postage Labels: To send smaller packages such as mailing bags, envelopes, etc., simple address labels which states the recipient’s address and the return address for the sender might be all you need. 

·        Thermal Labels: Thermal labels lightly burn information directly onto thermal paper for long lasting labels which require no ink, meaning less to spend on printing supplies.

If you’re not sure what packaging labels you need, or are looking for advice on labeling your shipments correctly please get in touch with us now- Call Bola 08032241768, or send an email: customercare@valuehandlers.com

Written and posted by: Shalewa Babatayo AjenipaNew Media Executive

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