Translation guide
Goods transported unpackaged in large quantities, typically in a ship's hold or a truck. In Japanese, the term depends on the type of cargo and context.
Unpackaged dry or liquid goods shipped in large volumes.
Standard term for bulk cargo in shipping and logistics. Literally 'loose-loaded cargo'.
This port mainly handles bulk cargo.
Loanword from English 'bulk cargo', common in business and technical contexts.
Freight rates for bulk cargo are rising.
Shorter, more casual term for bulk cargo, often used in shipping contexts.
Load bulk cargo onto the ship.
Solid granular or lump materials shipped in bulk.
Liquids transported in tankers or tank containers.
ばら積み貨物 is the native Japanese term and is more common in formal or traditional shipping contexts. バルク貨物 is a direct loanword and is often used in international business or when emphasizing the English concept. Both are widely understood.
In everyday conversation, you might simply say ばら荷 or even バラ (bara) among industry insiders. For official documents, use ばら積み貨物.
Handling liquid bulk requires caution.