Dangerous Goods (DG) Classification

​​Safety. Compliance. Expertise in Every Move.
Handling dangerous goods demands precision, deep regulatory understanding, and zero tolerance for error. At Ganbaru, every DG shipment—by air, ocean, or land—is managed in full compliance with IMO, IATA, and international safety regulations. We ensure proper classification, documentation, and handling across all nine DG classes.
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The 9 Classes of Dangerous Goods
 

Class 1 — Explosives
Materials capable of exploding or undergoing rapid combustion.
Examples: Ammunition, fireworks, detonators
Sub-divisions: 1.1 to 1.6
 

Class 2 — Gases
Compressed, liquefied, or dissolved gases.
Examples: LPG, oxygen cylinders, refrigerant gases
Types:

• 2.1 Flammable gases

• 2.2 Non-flammable, non-toxic gases

• 2.3 Toxic gases

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Class 3 — Flammable Liquids
Liquids that ignite easily.
Examples: Alcohols, solvents, paints, fuels
 

Class 4 — Flammable Solids
Solids that burn, react violently, or emit dangerous gases.
Types:

• 4.1 Flammable solids

• 4.2 Spontaneously combustible materials

• 4.3 Substances that emit flammable gas when in contact with water

Class 5 — Oxidizing Substances & Organic Peroxides
Materials that intensify fire or react dangerously.

• 5.1 Oxidizers (e.g., calcium hypochlorite)

• 5.2 Organic peroxides (e.g., curing agents)

Class 6 — Toxic & Infectious Substances
Substances harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed.

• 6.1 Toxic chemicals

• 6.2 Infectious agents

Class 7 — Radioactive Materials
Substances emitting ionizing radiation.
Examples: Medical isotopes, industrial radiography units
 

Class 8 — Corrosive Substances
Materials that cause severe damage to skin, metals, or infrastructure.
Examples: Acids, caustic soda, battery electrolyte
 

Class 9 — Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
Materials presenting hazards not covered by other classes.
Examples: Lithium batteries, dry ice, magnetized materials