Short answer: Export packing protects metal from moisture, salt air and handling: coils get VCI wrap and edge protection, plates are interleaved and crated, bars and tubes are bundled with capped ends, and everything is strapped, desiccated and container-loaded to survive ocean transit.
At a Glance
Moisture and Corrosion Control
VCI (volatile corrosion inhibitor) paper and film, combined with desiccant, keep surfaces dry through humid ocean legs. The principle supports our Corrosion Inhibitor Guide et Surface Treatment Guide, and pairs with clean stock from our Degreasing Guide.
Packing by Product Form
Coils are wrapped, edge-protected and strapped; plate and sheet are interleaved and crated; bars, tubes and sections are bundled with capped ends; wire and mesh ship on reels or in crates. Forms and standards are listed on our Steel Coil Supplier, Steel Plate Supplier et Steel Wire Supplier pages.
Marking, Strapping and Loading
Each bundle carries grade, heat number and net/gross marks; steel strapping and corner protectors hold loads; container loading is balanced and blocked to prevent shift. Marking and traceability follow our Mill Test Certificate Guide.
Documentation and Incoterms
Packing lists, certificates and the agreed Incoterm (our Incoterms Guide) travel with the shipment. Good packing is the cheapest insurance against claims, so we standardise it across every stainless, aluminium and copper order.
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Questions fréquemment posées
VCI wrap, edge board and steel strapping on a wooden or steel cradle.
Interleaved, surface-protected and crated or skidded.
VCI materials plus desiccant inside sealed wrap.
Yes — grade, heat number and weights on every bundle.
Yes — packing and terms are agreed before shipment.
Ship Metal Safely with HXSCO
HXSCO uses seaworthy VCI packing, strapping and crating with full marking for global shipment. Ask for packing details in your quote.