Transporting items would require caution and knowledge of what is safe and not. We would like to give you a summary of how items are classified and a guide on how and when you can ship items that may fall into these categories.
Dangerous Goods Classifications
The US Department of Transportation (DOT) and the international regulatory agencies recognize nine classes of dangerous goods. It’s critical to know what classification your good falls under, so you can properly identify it. Here are the nine classes:
Class 1: Explosives
This class includes items like:
- Fireworks
- Ammunition
- Airbag inflators
Class 2: Gases
This class includes items like:
- Aerosols
- Fire extinguishers
- Propane cylinders
Class 3: Flammable Liquids
This class includes items like:
Class 4: Flammable Solids, Spontaneous Combustibles
This class includes items like:
- Matches
- Carbon
- Sodium batteries
Class 5: Oxidizers
This class includes items like:
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Ammonium nitrate fertilizers
- Pool chlorine
Class 6: Toxic or Infectious Substances
This class includes items like:
- Medical waste
- Dyes
- Pesticides
Class 7: Radioactive Materials
This class includes items like:
- Density gauges
- Medical treatment products
- Uranium
Class 8: Corrosives
This class includes items like:
- Acid/acid solutions
- Batteries
- Iodine
Class 9: Miscellaneous
This class includes items like:
Dry ice
Internal combustion engines
First aid kits
Learn how to safely and successfully transport hazardous materials through your preferred Courier guidelines.