# Export Packaging of Hazardous Goods

*Last updated: 2026-06-23*

> Unlike standard commercial packaging, export packaging of hazardous goods must comply with a mandatory regulatory framework that differs by transport mode: the IMDG Code for sea, the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations for air, and the ADR Agreement for road.

Unlike standard commercial packaging, export packaging of hazardous goods must comply with a mandatory regulatory framework that differs by transport mode: the IMDG Code for sea, the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations for air, and the ADR Agreement for road. Approved packaging must carry a UN specification mark, confirming that the material, closure, and sealing system have passed defined performance tests. Every shipment requires diamond-shaped hazard labels, the UN number, the proper shipping name, and complete dangerous goods documentation. Non-compliant packaging can result in cargo refusal, regulatory fines, and civil liability for resulting damage. As all relevant regulations are revised on regular cycles, shippers and freight forwarders should verify which edition is currently in force before each shipment.

**Source:** [https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/dgr/packaging-marking/](https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/dgr/packaging-marking/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Export Packaging of Hazardous Goods |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 117 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-23 |
| Source | https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/dgr/packaging-marking/ |

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