HAZARD CLASSES
The UN classification system organizes dangerous goods into nine primary classes.
Why it matters
An incorrect declaration is not a minor detail.
Rejections and delays commonly begin with inconsistent classification, unsuitable packaging or incomplete documentation. The review must happen before the cargo reaches the airline.
ACCEPTANCE PATH
Classification, packaging, marking and documentation must describe the same shipment.
INCOMPLETE FILES
No specialized booking should be confirmed while required information remains unresolved.
How we handle dangerous goods
Five steps. None skipped.
CLASSIFICATION
Review of the SDS/MSDS and shipment details to identify the declared UN number, class or division, packing group and quantity limits.
PACKAGING & MARKING
Alignment with the applicable packing instruction, UN packaging specification, marks and hazard labels.
DOCUMENTATION
Coordination of the Shipper’s Declaration when required, AWB information and supporting shipment records.
ACCEPTANCE REVIEW
Airline and operator restrictions checked before handover and booking confirmation.
UN classification
Nine classes. One global language.
1 · EXPLOSIVES
Ammunition, fireworks and pyrotechnic articles, subject to strict limitations.
2 · GASES
Flammable, non-flammable, non-toxic and toxic gases.
3 · FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
Paints, solvents, perfumes and fuels meeting regulatory criteria.
4 · FLAMMABLE SOLIDS
Flammable solids, spontaneously combustible and water-reactive substances.
5 · OXIDIZERS
Oxidizing substances and organic peroxides.
6 · TOXIC & INFECTIOUS
Toxic substances, biological samples and infectious materials.
7 · RADIOACTIVE
Regulated radioactive sources for medical, industrial or research use.
8 · CORROSIVES
Acids, wet batteries and materials capable of causing severe damage.
9 · MISCELLANEOUS
Lithium batteries, dry ice, magnetized materials and other regulated articles.
Applied expertise · Class 9
LITHIUMBATTERIES.UN 3480 · 3481 · 3090 · 3091
What we check before quoting
Small differences change the entire operation.
Battery chemistry
Watt-hour rating
Equipment configuration
State of charge
Required marks
Operator variations
When we stop the process
We refuse it—and explain why.
CLASSIFICATION CONFLICT
The SDS/MSDS does not support the information declared for the shipment.
PACKAGING EVIDENCE
The required specification marks or packaging evidence cannot be verified.
MISSING DECLARATION
A required, properly completed and signed declaration is not available.
Acceptance always depends on the specific product, quantity, packing instruction, route, carrier or operator, mode of transport and regulations in force at the time of shipment.