Dangerous Goods Declaration
Category: documentation
A document required for shipping hazardous materials, detailing UN number, class and packing group.
A Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD) is a document required when shipping hazardous materials by air, sea, or ground. It identifies the hazard class, UN number, packing group, and proper shipping name. Compliance with IATA (air), IMDG (sea), or DOT (ground) regulations is mandatory.
Examples
- • Lithium batteries in consumer electronics require dangerous goods declarations for air freight.
- • Failing to declare dangerous goods can result in fines up to $500,000 and criminal prosecution.
- • Amazon requires FBA sellers to identify hazardous materials in Seller Central.