International Security Information – Container Seal Policy

Better protection and safety for your cargo during transit is of utmost importance to Hapag-Lloyd. One aspect of protection and safety is covered under our Container Seal Policy.

All full containers moving under a Hapag-Lloyd Bill of Lading must be delivered with a High Security Seal (HSS) complying with the current applicable versions of ISO 17712 standards.
If a container arrives at the port of loading or sails from origin without a high security seal, Hapag-Lloyd reserves the right to pass on additional costs / fines associated with this to the customer.

Supply chain security begins at the point of origin, including application of a high security seal immediately upon completion of the stuffing operation.
We, as carrier, may also provide high security seals at the empty depots however, the customer is fully responsible for the seal pick up and affixing to the container.

After securely stuffing and sealing a container, please make sure that the seal number is provided on the shipping instructions forwarded to Hapag-Lloyd.