"Keep Out of Sun" is a common indicative mark in foreign trade transport packaging, used to remind that goods should avoid direct sunlight or high-temperature exposure during storage, loading/unloading, and transportation. This term usually appears on outer packaging, container or pallet labels, and is especially applicable to light- and heat-sensitive chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, plastic products, and certain precision instruments. Usage scenarios include sea, air, land, and multimodal transport, and it is particularly critical in tropical regions or summer transport. Notes: 1) This mark does not replace specific temperature-control requirements; if goods have strict temperature limits, "Keep Cool" or "Temperature Controlled" should also be marked; 2) It should be used together with marks such as "Keep Dry" and "Keep Away from Heat" to form complete protection; 3) It must comply with international standard ISO 780 and the labeling regulations of the importing country. A term easily confused with "Keep Out of Sun" is "Keep Away from Heat"; the latter emphasizes staying away from heat sources, while "Keep Out of Sun" specifically means avoiding solar radiation. Foreign trade practitioners should clearly specify this requirement in contracts, letters of credit, and packing lists to avoid claims caused by cargo damage from sun exposure.
📝 Examples
1. According to the letter of credit requirements, all cartons must be printed with the "Keep Out of Sun" mark and marked with "Keep Out of Sun" to ensure that the cosmetics will not deteriorate due to high temperatures on the way to Dubai. (Note: Specify packaging marks in the letter of credit terms as one of the documents presented.)
2. Please be sure to hang "Keep Out of Sun" warning signs inside the container and arrange shade nets, because this batch of precision optical instruments is extremely sensitive to ultraviolet rays; otherwise, the customer may reject the goods after arrival at the port. (Note: For high-value sensitive goods, emphasize sun protection measures in transport instructions to avoid trade disputes.)
💡 Foreign Trade Tips
Foreign trade terms are the foundation of international business communication
Trade practices may vary slightly by country; pay attention when using them
When using terms in contracts, specify the applicable version (e.g., Incoterms 2020)
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