# Freight type

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> When a shipment is declared, freight type is among the first mandatory fields: it classifies goods by their physical, chemical and logistical properties, determining the entire handling process from that point on.

When a shipment is declared, freight type is among the first mandatory fields: it classifies goods by their physical, chemical and logistical properties, determining the entire handling process from that point on. General cargo, bulk, liquids, hazardous materials and containerized loads each require specific vehicle types, packaging standards and handling procedures. Freight type also governs which regulatory requirements apply – for instance, dangerous goods rules under ADR (road), IMDG (sea) or IATA-DGR (air). Inaccurate declarations can trigger delays, liability disputes and regulatory penalties. Unlike shipment type – which refers to volume and consolidation format (e.g. FCL or LCL) – freight type describes the physical and regulatory nature of the goods themselves.

**Source:** [https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/frachtart.html](https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/frachtart.html)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Freight type |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 111 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/frachtart.html |

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