# Limited Quantity (LQ)

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Unlike Excepted Quantities (EQ), which apply only to very small sample-sized amounts, Limited Quantity (LQ) allows dangerous goods to be transported in defined, somewhat larger per-package quantities under significantly simplified labeling and packaging rules.

Unlike Excepted Quantities (EQ), which apply only to very small sample-sized amounts, Limited Quantity (LQ) allows dangerous goods to be transported in defined, somewhat larger per-package quantities under significantly simplified labeling and packaging rules. Under LQ provisions, the UN Number on the label and the hazard placard on the transport unit are generally not required; a black-and-white diamond mark suffices instead. Maximum quantities per inner packaging and per package vary by hazard class and substance and are listed in tabular form in ADR, the IMDG Code, and IATA DGR. Not all hazard classes qualify for LQ treatment—explosives, toxic gases, and certain radioactive materials are excluded. Despite the regulatory relief, shippers remain responsible for correct packaging, accurate transport documentation, and compliance with applicable quantity limits.

**Source:** [https://www.iata.org/en/publications/store/dangerous-goods-regulations-dgr/](https://www.iata.org/en/publications/store/dangerous-goods-regulations-dgr/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Limited Quantity (LQ) |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 124 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.iata.org/en/publications/store/dangerous-goods-regulations-dgr/ |

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