Transporting dangerous goods overseas is a strictly regulated process. The shipper is required to be fully responsible for submitting proper documentation with correct classification, identification, IMO declaration, UN number, labeling, MSDS, packing list, etc. Based on these specific documents and being approved by the shipping line, dangerous goods are then allowed to be loaded onto the carrier.
Hazardous Materials Classes (HAZMAT)
Class 1 Explosives
Class 2 Gases
Class 3 Flammable liquids
Class 4 Flammable solids
Class 5 Oxidizing substances and
organic peroxides
Class 6 Toxic & infectious substances
Class 7 Radioactive materials
Class 8 Corrosive substances
Class 9 Miscellaneous dangerous
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