01Typical goods and risks
Examples: Ammunition, fireworks, explosives, pyrotechnics, airbag modules.
Risks: Risk of detonation or deflagration; mass-explosion possible. Six divisions (1.1–1.6).
Before every shipment, conduct a risk assessment for the specific packaging, loading and routing combination — especially for tunnels, ferry passages and transit countries with special regimes.
02ADR — road transport
ADR-Beförderungspapier, nur zugelassene Fahrzeuge, strenge Mengenlimits.
Required: transport document per 5.4.1 ADR, UN packaging codes, hazard labels and orange warning panel on the vehicle. Drivers need the ADR certificate (basic and, if applicable, specialisation courses).
03IMDG — sea freight
IMDG-Code, separate Stauung, ausschliesslich zugelassene Hafenterminals.
Notes such as "Stow away from living quarters" or the segregation group are defined in IMDG Code Part 7. Mandatory document: Dangerous Goods Declaration. Containers must be CSC-certified and stowed per the CTU Code.
04IATA — air freight
Luftfracht nur teilweise zulässig — die meisten Divisions sind Cargo Aircraft Only oder verboten.
IATA DGR is updated annually — operators must verify the current yearly edition. Operator variations (OV) of individual airlines are binding. Shipper's declaration is mandatory and often available electronically (eDG).
Domande frequenti
Can Class 1 — Explosives be transported by air?
Luftfracht nur teilweise zulässig — die meisten Divisions sind Cargo Aircraft Only oder verboten. Always check the current IATA DGR edition and operator variations.
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Content on this page is based on editorial research using recognized industry standards (ICC, IATA, IMO, WCO, FIATA) and is continuously updated. Last reviewed: 15 ottobre 2025.