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What is Cap Seal?

Cap Seal A tamper-evident seal or closure applied to the valve or opening of a drum or cylinder to ensure security and integrity during transport.

Source: Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

How is “Cap Seal” Used in Practice?

A cap seal must be intact and numbered for each drum prior to export shipment, per export control and IMDG Code requirements.

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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What is Cap Seal?

A tamper-evident seal or closure applied to the valve or opening of a drum or cylinder to ensure security and integrity during transport.

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