Dangerous Goods
Specialises in the transportation of hazardous goods worldwide via air freight for all 9 classes of dangerous goods
Not sure if your cargo is Dangerous / Hazardous? Our expert team will assist to manage and move your Dangerous Goods and take care of all compliance related to that. Safety is everyone’s responsibility and we take diligent care in handling Dangerous Goods or sensitive cargo. We help with packaging of Dangerous Goods in accordance with the global safety standards: IATA/ICAO regulations for the safe handling and transport of Dangerous Goods. Our representatives are always kept up-to-date and familiar with the latest regulatory environment to ensure safe and timely transportation of DG cargo.
Dangerous Goods (DG) FAQ:
1. How do I know if my product is DG
Shipper is responsible for correct classification of the DG. Advice on the correct classification of a substance should be sought from the manufacturer or distributor of the substance. In addition, classification may be performed by an accredited testing laboratory or advice can be sought from the competent authority. The classification criteria for each class and division of dangerous goods are stipulated in DGR Section
The Local Civil Aviation Authority or International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) governs the carriage onboard authority.
2. Which DG Labels will I need
Always use the correct DG Label for your cargo based on its classification. IATA offers the listed fully compatible hazard labels
a. Class 1 Explosive
b. Class 2 Gases
c. Class 3 Flammable Liquids
d. Class 4 Flammable Solids
e. Class 5 Oxidizing Substances
f. Class 6 Toxic and Infectious Substances
g. Class 7 Radioactive Material
h. Class 8 Corrosives
i. Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
3. Can I use my own Packaging for my DG
No. There are companies around the world which are regulated under the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations that can provide you the required packaging or can pack the DG for sending via airfreight. AirFreightSydney can organize this for you.
4. What documents do I need to ship DG
4.1 Shippers DG Declaration
To send dangerous goods, you are required to prepare a form certifying that the cargo has been packed, labelled and declared according with the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). This is called the shippers declaration.
4.2 Safety Date Sheet (SDS) / Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS):
A Safety Data Sheet (SDS), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), or Product Safety Data Sheet (PSDS) are documents that list information relating to occupational safety and health for the use of various substances and products. SDSs are a widely used system for cataloguing information on chemicals, chemical compounds, and chemical mixtures. SDS information may include instructions for the safe use and potential hazards associated with a particular material or product, along with spill-handling procedures. The older MSDS formats could vary from source to source within a country depending on national requirements; however, the newer SDS format is internationally standardized.
