Dangerous Goods (DG) shipping from China requires strict compliance with international safety regulations. DG cargo poses risks to people, aircraft, vessels, and the environment, which is why authorities enforce zero-tolerance rules for incorrect declarations or packaging.
📍 DisMove, operating from Guangzhou, provides fully compliant DG logistics solutions—from classification and documentation to certified packaging and global transport.
⚠️ What Are Dangerous Goods (DG)?
☢️ Dangerous Goods are substances or items that can pose risks during transport due to:
🔥 Flammability
☠️ Toxicity
💥 Explosiveness
⚡ Chemical reactivity
🌡️ Temperature sensitivity
DG shipments are regulated by international conventions, not carrier preference.
📘 DG Regulations by Transport Mode
✈️ Air Freight
📘 IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR)
⚠️ Most restrictive
❌ Many DG items prohibited by air
🚢 Sea Freight
📘 IMDG Code (International Maritime Dangerous Goods)
✅ More flexibility
📦 Most DG shipped by sea
🚚 Road / Inland Transport
📘 ADR / Local regulations
📦 Still strictly controlled
DisMove ensures compliance across all modes.
🧪 Common Dangerous Goods Shipped from China
🔋 Lithium batteries
🧴 Cosmetics (flammable liquids)
🎨 Paints & coatings
🧪 Chemicals & solvents
🧯 Aerosols
🔌 Electronics with internal batteries
⚠️ Many “normal” products are DG without sellers realizing it.
🔍 DG Classification — The First Critical Step
Every DG shipment must be classified by:
🔢 UN Number
📘 Hazard Class (1–9)
📦 Packing Group (I, II, III)
Incorrect classification = shipment rejection or penalties.
📄 Mandatory DG Documentation
DisMove prepares and verifies:
📄 DG Declaration
📄 MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet)
📦 Packing Certificate
📘 Carrier approval
Documents must match actual cargo content exactly.
📦 DG Packaging & Labeling Requirements
DG packaging must be:
📦 UN-certified packaging
🏷️ Correct hazard labels
📄 Proper marking & UN number
🧱 Secure inner & outer packaging
❌ Incorrect packaging leads to immediate rejection.
🚢 DG Shipping by Sea (IMDG)
Sea freight is the most common DG method:
✅ Wider acceptance
✅ Lower cost
✅ Fewer quantity limits
DisMove manages:
⚓ DG port approvals
📦 Segregation rules
📘 IMDG compliance
✈️ DG Shipping by Air (IATA)
Air DG shipping is:
⚠️ Highly restricted
⚠️ Airline-specific
⚠️ Quantity-limited
Requires:
📘 IATA DGR certification
📦 Special packaging
📄 Airline pre-approval
DisMove confirms feasibility before booking.
⚠️ Common DG Shipping Mistakes
🚫 Shipping DG as “general cargo”
🚫 Using outdated MSDS
🚫 Wrong UN packaging
🚫 Missing labels
🚫 Assuming carrier acceptance
These mistakes can result in:
❌ Cargo rejection
💰 Heavy fines
🚫 Blacklisting
🧠 How DisMove Handles DG Shipments Safely
✅ Product classification review
✅ MSDS validation
✅ Carrier pre-approval
✅ Certified packaging
✅ Trained DG staff
✅ End-to-end compliance
Zero shortcuts. Zero grey zones.
❓ FAQ — Dangerous Goods Shipping from China
❓ Is lithium battery shipping always DG?
➡️ Most lithium batteries are DG.
❓ Can DG be shipped by air?
➡️ Some DG can—many cannot.
❓ Who is responsible for DG declaration?
➡️ The shipper—supported by DisMove.
❓ Are DG shipments more expensive?
➡️ Yes—due to handling and compliance.
❓ Can DisMove check if my product is DG?
➡️ Yes—before shipment.
🚀 Ship Dangerous Goods Safely with DisMove
DG shipping leaves no room for error. DisMove ensures your cargo moves legally, safely, and without disruption—from China to global markets.
📧 Request DG shipping support:
enquire@dismove.com