Sealed

In foreign trade terminology, 'Sealed' generally refers to goods, packaging, or containers that have undergone a sealing process to prevent leakage, contamination, tampering, or moisture damage. It commonly appears in contracts, letters of credit, bills of lading, and inspection certificates to describe packaging conditions or delivery terms. Usage scenarios include: chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, and other goods requiring moisture-proof and leak-proof protection; confirmation of the integrity of seals on containers or ship holds; and sealed storage of samples or documents. Notes: 1) The sealing method must be specified in the contract, such as 'sealed bag,' 'sealed container,' or 'lead seal'; 2) If a letter of credit requires 'sealed,' the documents submitted must show the sealed status, otherwise it may be deemed non-compliant; 3) Unlike 'Packed,' sealing emphasizes leak prevention and tamper resistance, while packing merely refers to the act of wrapping; 4) Distinguished from 'Seal,' which is the physical sealing object, whereas 'Sealed' is a status description. Foreign trade practitioners should ensure that sealing complies with the importing country's regulations and carrier requirements to avoid cargo damage or rejection due to improper sealing.