This case study details the air freight shipment of essential medical supplies from Beijing to Doha. The cargo included critical items such as chest sealing dressings, emergency bandages, abdominal bandages, compressed gauze, and IV injection training models. Given the time-sensitive nature of these medical supplies, air freight was the optimal choice to ensure a quick, secure, and efficient delivery. With precise handling, secure packaging, and meticulous documentation, we successfully managed this shipment from origin to destination, meeting the client’s needs for reliability and speed in international medical logistics.
Transportation Mode: Air Freight 🌍
Origin: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), China 📍
Destination: Hamad International Airport (DOH), Doha, Qatar 🌍
Cargo Details:
- Quantity: 16 boxes
- Weight: 199 kg
- Volume: 1.13 CBM
Product Name: Chest Sealing Dressings, Emergency Bandages, Abdominal Bandages, Compressed Gauze, and IV Injection Training Models
HS Code: 3005109000 📑
Project Overview 📝
This case study explores the air freight transportation of essential medical supplies from Beijing to Doha. The shipment included items such as chest sealing dressings, emergency bandages, abdominal bandages, compressed gauze, and intravenous injection training models. These sensitive items, classified under HS Code 3005109000, required secure and timely transport to maintain their condition and meet the urgent needs of the recipient.
Transportation Process 📦➡️🌍
1. Preparation and Packaging 📦
The medical supplies were carefully packed into 16 boxes to protect them from any potential damage during transit. Each item was wrapped in moisture-proof, tamper-evident packaging, ensuring that the sterile conditions were maintained. The boxes were then consolidated to optimize space within the 1.13 CBM capacity, while maintaining ease of handling.
2. Customs Documentation and Export Clearance 📑🛃
Given the nature of the cargo, meticulous documentation was essential. We prepared all necessary paperwork, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and product certifications, ensuring compliance with both Chinese and Qatari customs regulations. The HS Code 3005109000 was applied to classify these medical items properly, streamlining the export and import process.
3. Air Transport from Beijing to Doha ✈️🌍
The cargo was flown directly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Qatar. Air freight was selected due to its speed, which was crucial for the time-sensitive nature of medical supplies. During the transit, the shipment was monitored for updates, ensuring the client was informed of each stage of the journey.
4. Customs Clearance and Delivery in Doha 🏢📦
Upon arrival in Doha, the shipment was processed through customs with the support of our local logistics partner. Thanks to the pre-arranged documentation and accurate product classification, the clearance was completed efficiently. The medical supplies were then delivered directly to the client’s specified location in Doha, ensuring that the items arrived intact and on time.
Key Benefits of Air Freight for Medical Shipments 🚀
- Timely Delivery: Air freight ensures rapid transit, making it ideal for urgent medical supplies.
- Security and Compliance: Proper packing, careful handling, and accurate documentation guarantee that the shipment complies with international regulations, reducing the risk of delays.
- Condition Preservation: Secure, moisture-proof packaging protects sensitive medical items during transport, ensuring they remain in optimal condition for use upon arrival.
Conclusion ✅
This air freight shipment from Beijing to Doha showcases our commitment to safe, efficient, and timely logistics solutions for medical supplies. By managing every detail—from packing and documentation to customs clearance and final delivery—Tonlexing provided a reliable door-to-door service, meeting the client’s needs for secure and rapid international shipping.
