What are Dangerous Goods

• Also referred to as “Hazardous Materials”, “Hazmat”, “DG’s”, “Restricted Articles”

• Definition (varies slightly by mode)

  • Any substance that presents a significant danger when transported...

• These “risks” are categorized into Hazard Classes

  • Hazard classes may vary slightly by mode, or country

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