Chemical Industry

Logistics for the chemical industry involves the handling and transportation of hazardous chemicals. Operators must possess in-depth expertise and strictly comply with national regulations and legal requirements to prevent potential risks to human life, property, and the environment.

Effective chemical logistics management is essential to ensure safety throughout the supply chain, from storage and handling to transportation and final delivery.

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Classification of Chemicals and Hazardous Substances

In Thailand, hazardous substances are classified under the Hazardous Substance Act B.E. 2535 (1992) into four categories to facilitate regulatory compliance and operational understanding among businesses and relevant authorities.

Type 1 of Chemicals and Hazardous Substances

Hazardous substances that pose relatively low risk compared to other categories.

• Registration is not required.
• Operators must report product information to authorities and comply with prescribed guidelines.

Type 2 of Chemicals and Hazardous Substances

Hazardous substances with higher risk levels than Type 1.

• Manufacturers, importers, exporters, or holders must register the substances.
• Notification to authorities is required prior to commencing operations.

Type 3 of Chemicals and Hazardous Substances

Hazardous substances with significantly higher risk levels than Types 1 and 2.

• Registration is mandatory.
• Operators must obtain official approval from authorities before conducting business activities.

Type 4 of Chemicals and Hazardous Substances

Hazardous substances with extremely high risk due to their inherent properties or usage characteristics, such as:

• Carcinogenic substances
• Mutagenic substances
• Reproductive toxicants
• Substances prohibited under international conventions

Production, importation, exportation, and possession of Type 4 substances are strictly prohibited by law.

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CPLINTER provides professional logistics services for Type 1–3 chemical substances to manufacturers and distributors, including: Export of chemical products to international markets, and import of chemical products into Thailand

Customers are required to provide Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) to ensure proper handling, transportation planning, and compliance with all applicable regulations.