Glossary & FAQ
A quick reference glossary guide for common shipping terms.
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UN 1760 Corrosive Substances - Shipping Requirements
UN 1760 - Shipping Corrosive Substances | Proper packaging, labeling, and handling for safe transportation. Reliable shipping solutions for small quantities without declaring as dangerous goods.
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Import Assistance for Animal Specimens into the U.S.
Mercury can help you determine the necessary paperwork, permits, and documentation to ensure a smooth and timely import and delivery of your animal specimen.
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UN 2814 & UN 2900 Substances Shipping
UN 2814 and UN 2900 are the two shipping names for Category A infectious substances. UN 2814 is used for infectious substances that affect humans, while UN 2900 is used for infectious substances that affect animals.
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Small Package Surcharges
Insight into the most common charges and surcharges you may see when shipping through Mercury.
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Time-Critical Logistics
Shipments that need to be delivered by a specific time are considered to be time-critical shipments.
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Cold Chain Supplies For Sale
Packaging options to keep shipments cold or frozen including validated thermal shippers and dry ice.
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Temperature-Monitoring Devices for Shipping
Mercury offers clients the most advanced temperature-monitoring services for both Dry Ice and Cold Pack shipments.
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11 Critical Considerations When Shipping with Dry Ice
When shipping items that need to remain frozen you need cold chain shipping. This guide will help you determine the key steps to ensure your shipment arrives safely at its destination.
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UN 1845 Class 9 - Dry Ice Packaging and Labeling
Dry ice is a regulated substance and must be packaged, marked and labeled appropriately (UN 1845) to be transported under Department of Transportation guidelines.
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UN 1760 Corrosive Substances - Shipping Requirements
UN 1760 - Shipping Corrosive Substances | Proper packaging, labeling, and handling for safe transportation. Reliable shipping solutions for small quantities without declaring as dangerous goods.
Read more

Import Assistance for Animal Specimens into the U.S.
Mercury can help you determine the necessary paperwork, permits, and documentation to ensure a smooth and timely import and delivery of your animal specimen.
Read more

UN 2814 & UN 2900 Substances Shipping
UN 2814 and UN 2900 are the two shipping names for Category A infectious substances. UN 2814 is used for infectious substances that affect humans, while UN 2900 is used for infectious substances that affect animals.
Read more

Small Package Surcharges
Insight into the most common charges and surcharges you may see when shipping through Mercury.
Read more

Time-Critical Logistics
Shipments that need to be delivered by a specific time are considered to be time-critical shipments.
Read more

Cold Chain Supplies For Sale
Packaging options to keep shipments cold or frozen including validated thermal shippers and dry ice.
Read more

Temperature-Monitoring Devices for Shipping
Mercury offers clients the most advanced temperature-monitoring services for both Dry Ice and Cold Pack shipments.
Read more

11 Critical Considerations When Shipping with Dry Ice
When shipping items that need to remain frozen you need cold chain shipping. This guide will help you determine the key steps to ensure your shipment arrives safely at its destination.
Read more

UN 1845 Class 9 - Dry Ice Packaging and Labeling
Dry ice is a regulated substance and must be packaged, marked and labeled appropriately (UN 1845) to be transported under Department of Transportation guidelines.
Read more

What Is Cold Chain Shipping?
Cold chain shipping is the transportation of items that must remain within a certain temperature range.
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UN 1760 Corrosive Substances - Shipping Requirements
UN 1760 - Shipping Corrosive Substances | Proper packaging, labeling, and handling for safe transportation. Reliable shipping solutions for small quantities without declaring as dangerous goods.
Read more

Import Assistance for Animal Specimens into the U.S.
Mercury can help you determine the necessary paperwork, permits, and documentation to ensure a smooth and timely import and delivery of your animal specimen.
Read more

UN 2814 & UN 2900 Substances Shipping
UN 2814 and UN 2900 are the two shipping names for Category A infectious substances. UN 2814 is used for infectious substances that affect humans, while UN 2900 is used for infectious substances that affect animals.
Read more

Small Package Surcharges
Insight into the most common charges and surcharges you may see when shipping through Mercury.
Read more

Time-Critical Logistics
Shipments that need to be delivered by a specific time are considered to be time-critical shipments.
Read more

Cold Chain Supplies For Sale
Packaging options to keep shipments cold or frozen including validated thermal shippers and dry ice.
Read more
From our blog




Reverse Logistics for Clinical Trial Kits
Learn how reverse logistics for clinical trial kits helps reduce costs, improve sustainability, and streamline lab operations in life sciences logistics.
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Streamline LabOps with Same-Day and NFO Shipping
Learn how to integrate Mercury’s NFO and same-day courier into your LabOps to improve efficiency, minimize delays, and ensure reliable sample delivery.
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FDA Temperature Monitoring Rules Explained
Understanding FDA temperature monitoring regulations is crucial for ensuring the safety and quality of pharmaceuticals.
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Frequently asked questions
What does it cost?
Do you own planes?
Do I lose control by using Mercury for parcel shipping?
Do you cover all regions? What areas do you specialize in?
Do you offer packaging, dry ice, or phase change materials?
Where is your team located? Are you available 24/7?

Still have questions?
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Please chat with us!
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost?
Do you own planes?
Do I lose control by using Mercury for parcel shipping?
Do you cover all regions? What areas do you specialize in?
Do you offer packaging, dry ice, or phase change materials?
Where is your team located? Are you available 24/7?

Still have questions?
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Please chat with us!
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost?
Do you own planes?
Do I lose control by using Mercury for parcel shipping?
Do you cover all regions? What areas do you specialize in?
Do you offer packaging, dry ice, or phase change materials?
Where is your team located? Are you available 24/7?

Still have questions?
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Please chat with us!
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost?
Do you own planes?
Do I lose control by using Mercury for parcel shipping?
Do you cover all regions? What areas do you specialize in?
Do you offer packaging, dry ice, or phase change materials?
Where is your team located? Are you available 24/7?

Still have questions?
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Please chat with us!
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Reach out to us to discuss your upcoming shipping needs.
Get in touch
Reach out to us to discuss your upcoming shipping needs.
Get in touch
Reach out to us to discuss your upcoming shipping needs.
Get in touch
Reach out to us to discuss your upcoming shipping needs.