Most delays in ingredient imports are paperwork delays. The shipment is on the water while a missing signature, an outdated MSDS or an unmatched batch number holds it at QA release.
The core set
Commercial invoice and packing list, batch COA with matching batch numbers, MSDS in the destination language where required, TDS, and a certificate of origin if your market asks for it. Third-party test reports are usually requested at supplier qualification rather than per shipment.
Match the batch numbers
The single most common avoidable problem is a COA whose batch number does not match the labels on the drums. Check this in the scanned pre-shipment document pack before the goods move.
Ask us for a pre-shipment document pack template. We fill it with the actual batch data before dispatch so your QA team can pre-clear the shipment.