China is the world's largest chemical producer, manufacturing approximately 40% of global chemical output. From basic commodity chemicals to specialty chemicals and fine chemicals, Chinese manufacturers supply raw materials for industries including plastics, textiles, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, cleaning products, and construction. Key chemical production regions include Jiangsu, Shandong, Zhejiang, and Hubei. Chemical imports require careful attention to regulations, documentation, and shipping requirements.
Manufacturing Hubs in China
- Jiangsu (specialty chemicals, fine chemicals, agrochemicals)
- Shandong (bulk chemicals, salt, soda ash, titanium dioxide)
- Zhejiang (dyestuffs, pigments, textile chemicals)
- Hubei (phosphate chemicals, pharmaceutical chemicals)
- Guangdong (electronic chemicals, cleaning chemicals)
Products We Source
- Titanium dioxide (TiO2 — for paint, plastics)
- Soda ash and caustic soda
- Pigments and dyestuffs
- Agrochemical active ingredients
- Citric acid and food additives
- Polyethylene glycol (PEG)
- Sodium silicate (water glass)
- Resins (epoxy, polyester, acrylic)
- Silicone oils and fluids
- Cleaning chemical raw materials
Key Certifications & Compliance
- REACH registration (EU — mandatory for imported chemicals >1 tonne/year)
- GHS (Globally Harmonized System — hazard classification)
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001 (environmental management)
- Food grade certifications for food additives (FDA, EFSA)
- CITES (for chemicals derived from protected species)
ChinaBajar verifies all certifications and can arrange third-party lab testing before shipment.
Our Sourcing Process
Define Requirements
Share your product specs, target quality level, and required certifications.
Supplier Search
We search verified manufacturers on 1688.com and our local network.
Factory Verification
Background check, license verification, on-site or video audit.
Sampling & Negotiation
Order samples, then negotiate price and MOQ in Mandarin.
Production & QC
Monitor production, conduct AQL 2.5 pre-shipment inspection.
Shipping
FCL/LCL sea freight, air freight, or DDP door-to-door delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) Regulation EC 1907/2006 requires that chemicals imported to the EU in quantities above 1 tonne per year per importer be registered with ECHA (European Chemicals Agency). As the importer, YOU are the REACH registrant — not the Chinese manufacturer. Registration costs vary by volume and hazard level ($10,000–$100,000+ for full registration). For many substances, existing REACH registrations can be used via SIEF (Substance Information Exchange Forum). Hire a REACH consultant before importing chemicals to the EU — non-compliance can result in customs seizure.
Required documentation for chemical imports: MSDS/SDS (Material Safety Data Sheet — required for all chemicals, must be in destination country language), Certificate of Analysis (CoA — confirms composition and purity), Certificate of Origin (CoO), Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD) if classified as hazardous under IMDG/ADR, Packing List conforming to IMDG requirements for hazardous goods. For food chemicals: Halal/Kosher certification if required, food additive approval documentation (EU E-numbers, FDA GRAS status). Some chemicals require import licenses or prior approval from national authorities.
Chemicals restricted or prohibited from import in various countries: Ozone-depleting substances (CFCs, HCFCs — controlled under Montreal Protocol), Persistent organic pollutants (POPs — controlled under Stockholm Convention), Certain pesticides and herbicides, Precursor chemicals for drug manufacturing (controlled under international drug conventions), Asbestos (banned in EU, UK, Australia, and many other countries). Always check your destination country's restricted substances list. REACH SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) list identifies chemicals requiring authorization for EU imports. Work with a regulatory specialist for chemical imports.
Hazardous chemical shipping requirements: Classification under GHS/IMDG (determine UN number, packing group, hazard class), Proper IMDG-compliant packaging (UN-certified drums, IBC containers), Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD) prepared by the shipper, Stowage and segregation requirements (some chemicals cannot be stowed together), MSDS must accompany shipment. Not all shipping lines accept all chemical categories. Some chemicals (flammables, oxidizers, toxics) require specialist hazmat logistics providers. Non-hazardous chemicals ship as regular cargo. ChinaBajar works with experienced chemical freight forwarders for compliant shipments.
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