Question 1

The responsibility for packaging goods for international shipment always falls upon the exporter.

Accepted Answer

It is the exporter's responsibility to ensure that goods are properly packaged and labeled for international shipment to avoid any damage or delays during transport.

Question 2

Shipping bags are very good at withstanding numerous manipulations.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

Softwood used in crates and boxes is obtained from leafy trees such as poplar or oak.

Accepted Answer

Softwood used in crates and boxes is obtained from coniferous trees such as pine, spruce, or fir, not from leafy trees like poplar or oak which are hardwoods.

Question 4

As opposed to crates,boxes are containers made of wood where the sides are an integral part of the structure of the container.

Accepted Answer

Boxes can be made from various materials, including cardboard, plastic, or metal, not just wood. Crates are typically wooden and have a more open structure.

Question 5

For industrial goods,the primary packaging encompasses all the packaging activities aimed at protecting them during shipment.

Accepted Answer

Primary packaging refers to the material that first envelops the product and holds it, not specifically for shipment protection but for containment and preservation. Industrial goods often require secondary and tertiary packaging for shipment protection.

Question 6

If goods in a container are not unitized,they are usually sufficiently protected by their regular secondary packaging.

Accepted Answer

If goods in a container are not unitized, they are not sufficiently protected by their regular secondary packaging. Unitizing refers to the process of grouping individual items into larger units that are easier to handle and protect during transportation. Without unitizing, there is a higher risk of damage to the goods during transit.

Question 7

Air transport is,by nature,more hazardous than ocean transport.

Accepted Answer

Statistically, air transport is safer than ocean transport, with fewer accidents and fatalities per passenger mile.

Question 8

A freight consolidator is almost always quite good at packaging a container properly,with proper dunnage and protection,but the owners of other cargo on board the consolidated container may not be as careful,and that represents a hazard.

Accepted Answer

As the freight consolidator cannot control how other cargo owners pack their goods, the risk of improper packaging and potential hazards increases.

Question 9

As much as possible,cargo should bear the trade name or the brand names of the shipper.

Accepted Answer

Cargo should be marked with the necessary shipping information rather than the trade or brand names of the shipper to ensure proper handling, security, and confidentiality during transit.

Question 10

Damage to cargo caused by improper packaging can be offset by insurance.

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

An advantage of LCL shipping is that the cargo is not handled very much.

Accepted Answer

LCL (Less than Container Load) shipping often involves more handling of cargo compared to FCL (Full Container Load) because individual shipments must be consolidated at the origin and then deconsolidated at the destination.

Question 12

Companies rarely develop a strategy for packaging,since they consider it an area that does not have strategic implications.

Accepted Answer

Packaging can have strategic implications, as it can influence a product's brand image, customer perception, and even environmental impact. Therefore, companies should consider packaging as a strategic element in their business processes.

Question 13

Containers used in air transport are not truly intermodal.

Accepted Answer

Containers used in air transport have different sizes and shapes and are not designed to be universally interchangeable across all modes of transport. Therefore, they are not truly intermodal.

Question 14

Markings in international air shipments should be handled in much the same way as markings on ocean shipments.

Accepted Answer

Markings on international air shipments should follow similar regulations as markings on ocean shipments for safety and security purposes. This includes labels indicating the nature of the contents, the weight, the destination, and any special handling instructions.

Question 15

Surface rust on containers,while not attractive,usually does not affect the cargo carried,although it may be a sign that the container is not very carefully maintained.

Accepted Answer

Surface rust on containers is usually not a sign of significant damage or deterioration that would affect the cargo. However, it may indicate that the container is not being properly maintained or inspected, which could lead to more serious problems in the future.

Question 16

Some countries regulate primary package sizes by requiring them to be multiples of simple metric units.

Accepted Answer

Many countries have regulations requiring primary package sizes to be multiples of simple metric units, such as 100ml, 250ml, or 500ml. This is done to benefit both consumers and manufacturers, as it makes it easier to compare and standardize products, as well as simplify production and transportation processes.

Question 17

Light leakage in a container could indicate a risk of water infiltration.

Accepted Answer

Light leakage can indicate a space that is not fully sealed, and if water can enter through that space, the risk of water infiltration is increased.

Question 18

Containerized cargo is handled more frequently than break-bulk cargo.

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

Some shippers use old pallets as spacers (dunnage)to keep cargo from shifting.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Some shippers use old pallets as spacers (dunnage) to keep cargo from shifting during transport. Dunnage is essential to ensure that the goods remain in place and do not suffer any damage during shipping. Using old pallets is a cost-effective and efficient solution.

Question 20

Intermodal containers sometimes collapse in rough seas.

Accepted Answer

Intermodal containers are designed to withstand rough handling during transportation, but they can still collapse or be damaged in extreme weather conditions, such as heavy storms or high winds at sea.

Quiz 14: Packaging for Export