D1 packing and marking

D1. packing and marking1)inner and out packingA: Now, Mr. Chu, will you tell me about the way of packing for this lot?B: This order shall be packed in cartons with polythene tops.A: We’d like to have the dates packed in the same way as those supplied last year.B: But the purchase we’ve made this year was not packed that way.Not solely for Christmas, but for all seasons.A: Have you got any sample here? I’d like to look at the inner pack. B: Here you are.A: I think it’s good enough. And what about the outer packing? B: In seaworthy boxes, 50 packs to one box.A: I suppose the boxes are double strapped as before?B: Y ou are right. We always try to ensure that the boxes are safe in long-distance transport.A: What is the size of the box?B: We’re using special boxes offered by t he suppliers. They also undertake to pack the dates according to the contract stipulations.A: Do you have to send the dates to a specialist packer forpacking?B: No, they have a special workshop, offering packing services related to the customers’ needs.A: That will be very helpful indeed! Could you arrange for me to visit the packing workshop sometime this week? B: Sure. I’ll let you know.2)Marking and labelingA: I must say yours is very a well-equipped modern packing workshop. I suppose packing will be done strictly in accordance with the contract stipulations. B: Yes. Strictly is the word for it.A: Now, about marking. Are you using indelible paint? B: We have received your instructions on marking.Water-proof indelible paints is to be used.A: Fine. And as the parcel is to be transshipped at Hongkong, we must be assured that the boxes are strong enough to stand all the handling.B: That has been taken into account. The boxes to be used are strong and water-proof. They are seaworthy and can stand rough handling on the wharves.A: Another question. It’s about labeling. We require threelanguages on the labels, English, French and Chinese. B: We’ll see to it that the three languages are used on the labels. And other requirements?A: Yes, one more thing. “keep dry” should be marked on the boxes.B: All right. All that you have just suggested will be includes in the contract.A: I think that’s all I want to say about packing and marking.B: If there is anything more you want. Just let me know. A: Thanks. I’ll do so.Useful sentences:1.Please take necessary precautions that the packing canprotect the goods from dampness or rain, since these shirts are liable to be spoiled by damp or water in transit.2.The eggs are packed in cartons lined with shakeproofcorrugated paper board.3.The price has been calculated in such a way that we canprovide special packing free of change.4.In order to avoid damage in transit, we suggest packing inwooden cases instead of wicker baskets.5.The packing of this article features novel design anddiversified styles.6.The new packing of the porcelain is in Chinese nationalstyle and suitable for display in supermarkets.7.In compliance with your request, the bags will be paintedon one side in one color as per your design.8.Our endusers pointed out that the packing should be inline with their market preferences.9.The goods should be carefully packed in reinforcedcartons and delivered within 30 days from the date of order.10.W e’ll sign the contract on the condition that the packinginstructions of the users are observed.11.C orrect and distinct marking on the outside container isabsolutely necessary.12.T he batch number should be marked clearly on everycontainer.13.E ach package should have the marking FRAGILE.14.W e are awaiting your instructions regarding labeling toeach package for shipment on board m.v. Red Star.15.D on’t forget to specify the marking in the waybill.16.P lease see to it that no name of country or trade mark isappeared on the outside containers.17.I t’s not necessary to indicate the name and address of theConsignee on each package, as shipping marks comprise the initials of the buyer’s name.18.T he cases are to be marked with our initials in a diamondas usual.19.T he marking are so blurred that it is difficult to identifythe cases on arrival.20.A ll boxes are marked as usual, but please number themconsecutively from No.1.21.M en’s shirts are packed in cartons of 10 dozens each.22.T he pens are packed 12 pieces to a box and 200 boxes to acase.23.T here will be 20 packs in a box, each pack weighing apound.24.T o have the cases reinforced with double strap would callfor extra labour and cost.25.R ough handling at the port of destination requiresstronger package.\26.I hope the fruit will be packed in new cardboard boxes.We know very well the importance of sanitary requirements. Only new and strong boxes will be used.27.C an you tell me what the shipping mark stands for?-----The shipping mark indicates the total number of cases, the ordinal number of package and the number of the bill of lading.ually we use two languages on the labels—Englishand Chinese. Will that be all right?-----I’m afraid we have to ask for three languages on the labels, English, French and Chinese. In certain provinces of my country, people use French; and in other provinces, English.29.W e must be assured that the new parcel will not usereusable tare, damaged tare or second-hand cases.Otherwise we will have to file a claim.-------I guarantee that no such below-standard tare will be used.30.T o be packed in usual seaworthy packing is not clearenough to me. Can you make it more specific?------ That means the suitable packing for ocean transportation. I think it is self-explanatory and clear enough.31.W hat will be specified in the packing specifications?----- Specified in the packing list will be: the case number,description, quantity and weight of the goods.32.P acking in sturdy wooden cases is essential. Cases mustbe nailed, battened and secured by overall mental strapping.33.T he outer packing should be strong enough fortransportation. As to the inner packing, it must be attractive and helpful to the sales.34.E xquisitely designed, our new packing will catch the eyeof the buying public and will certainly help the sales. 35.Y ou will note that our packing has been greatly improvedwith the result that all our recent shipments have turned out to the satisfaction of our clients.36.E ffective measures must be taken to protect this product,as it is particularly subject to breakable goods.37.F or dangerous and poisonous cargo, the nature and thegenerally adopted symbol shall be marked conspicuously on each package.38.T he exporter is under the obligation to pack the goodsaccording to the relevant contracted terms and in a manner which ensures their safe arrival and facilitates their handling in transit and at the place of destination. 39.T he goods must be packed in 5-ply strong paper bag asstipulated in the contract.40.W e agree to packing in cartons, provided the flaps areglued down and the cartons secured by metal bands.41.A s the goods will probably be subject to a thoroughcustoms examination, the case should be of a type which can be easily made fast again after opening.42.A ccording to the contract, the buyer should supply thepacking materials and deliver them to us before Sep. 22.43.T hey fear that the insurance companies will say, in caseof damage or pilferage, that the goods are not packed for ocean transportation and will not pay compensation for such losses.44.S o far as we know, insurance companies accept goodspacked in cartons to be insured against TPND. In case of theft and pilferage, you may be assured that you will get indemnification from the insurance company concerned.45.I n the construction of an export package, the importantfactors of efficiency and economy must be taken into consideration.46.O ur cotton prints are packed in cases lined withwaterproof paper, each consisting of 30 pieces in one design with 5 color ways equally assorted.47.P rices of goods usually include the cost of packing. Thephrase “including export packing”means that the quotation indicates the cost of package suitable for export.If the quotation does not include the cost of package, the phrase “Export packing is for buyer’s account” should be inserted in the contract.48.T he shirts under the captioned contract should be packedin plastic bag and five dozens to one carton, 20 cartons ona pallet, 10 pallets in FCL container. On the outer packing,please mark our initials JHCL in a triangle, under which the port of destination ”Shanghai” and again under which our order number “AB123”should be stenciled. In addition, directive marks like KEEP DRY, KEEP AW AY FROM PRESSURE should also be indicated.。