Global Forwarder’s Operational Guide for Dangerous Goods Logistics
Executive Summary: Precision in Risk Management
Hazardous materials (hazmat) account for 15% of global cargo volume but contribute to 38% of transport incidents. This guide details critical compliance protocols per IMO IMDG Code (41-24) and IATA DGR (66th Ed.), addressing three pillars of hazmat shipping:
✅ UN Classification System
✅ Certified Packaging Engineering
✅ SDS Data Verification Framework
Regulatory Base: UN TDG Model Regulations
Industry Alert: 78% of EU hazmat rejections stem from misclassified lithium batteries.
Certification Standard: UN Packaging ISO 16106:2023
Critical Controls:
Lithium battery packaging must comply with PI 965/968 (air) or SP 188/230 (sea)
Combination packaging requires 24h compatibility testing (ASTM D4919)
Audit Focus: Section 14 (Transport Information)
Verification Tools:
Database Cross-Check: WISER, CHEMDATA
Regulation Alignment: SDS Section 14 vs. IMDG Code 3.1
"73% of hazmat incidents originate from classification or packaging errors" . Partnering with certified DG specialists reduces compliance costs by 40% while achieving:
• UN classification accuracy rate: 99.9%
• Packaging failure rate: <0.001%
• Customs clearance success: 98.5%
Compliance Notice:
Current regulatory benchmarks:
Sea: IMDG Code 41-24 (mandatory from Jan 1, 2025)
Air: IATA DGR 66th Ed. (effective April 1, 2025)
Lithium Batteries: UN 38.3 Rev.7 (June 2024 Amendment)
Request Your Free Compliance Audit:
☑ SDS Pre-screening ☑ UN Number Validation ☑ Packaging Gap Analysis
Value-Added Services:
Digital Tools: Hazmat Classifier Pro (UN auto-matching)
Training: IATA DG Certification (Focus: Classes 1/2/3/9)
Audit Support: Pre-carrier inspection (Aligns with MSC/Maersk DG checklists)
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