# Controlled Goods Transport

*Last updated: 2026-06-23*

> Controlled Goods Transport differs fundamentally from standard freight movement because the cargo – hazardous materials, pharmaceuticals, weapons, chemicals, dual-use items – carries legal, safety, or strategic restrictions that bind every party in the supply chain.

Controlled Goods Transport differs fundamentally from standard freight movement because the cargo – hazardous materials, pharmaceuticals, weapons, chemicals, dual-use items – carries legal, safety, or strategic restrictions that bind every party in the supply chain. Before a shipment departs, classification, packaging, labelling, and accompanying documentation such as dangerous goods declarations or export licences must be verified and aligned. Drivers and handling personnel require role-specific qualifications depending on the goods category. Throughout transit, shipments are subject to regulatory inspection and must be traceable through auditable records. Non-compliance can result in substantial fines, shipment detention, and – in serious cases – criminal liability.

**Source:** [https://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/ongc-cgsb/index-eng.html](https://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/ongc-cgsb/index-eng.html)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Controlled Goods Transport |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 101 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-23 |
| Source | https://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/ongc-cgsb/index-eng.html |

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