Hazardous Materials (HazMat)

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Hazardous materials (HazMat) are substances classified by government regulatory agencies as capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property during transportation. This category includes explosives, flammable liquids and solids, toxic and infectious substances, radioactive materials, corrosives, and other dangerous goods.

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