Required for international transport
CSC is usually not required when a container remains in storage on private land or a construction site. Its condition, wind and watertightness, and properly working doors then matter more.
Shipping container CSC certificate
Need CSC for international transport? Tell us before ordering and we will confirm the validity of the specific container you receive.
When does CSC matter?
We know the containers in our own stock. When you request CSC, we check the status of the specific unit that will be supplied.
5 years from production date
Our new one-trip shipping containers have initial CSC validity for five years from their production date. We confirm the production date of the allocated unit.
12 months when CSC is requested
Requesting CSC for a used container? We inspect the unit before sale and supply it with twelve months' CSC validity.
What is shown on a CSC plate?
CSC stands for Convention for Safe Containers. The Safety Approval Plate is normally fitted near the container doors and includes the serial number, validity information, production details and maximum permitted weights.
The presence of a plate alone is not enough: for international transport, the current inspection status must suit the planned use. A port or carrier may refuse a container without a valid CSC plate.
Valid CSC status is relevant when a shipping container is used for international transport. It is usually not required for storage at a fixed location.
Frequently asked questions
What to know about CSC
Short answers about certification, validity and using shipping containers for storage or international transport.
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