For a shipper, the first task on your checklist on ‘how to transport dangerous goods safely’ is to know the basics of ensuring that your shipment is securely packaged for transportation. But what are those basics? We will run you through that. It always starts with knowing what qualifies the goods as ‘dangerous goods’ (or […]
For a shipper, the first task on your checklist on ‘how to transport dangerous goods safely’ is to know the basics of ensuring that your shipment is securely packaged for transportation. But what are those basics? We will run you through that. It always starts with knowing what qualifies the goods as ‘dangerous goods’ (or […]
Packaging is super important for keeping products safe, making sure they arrive in one piece, and helping with transport. Depending on what you’re shipping and how, different types of packaging come into play. 1. Primary Packaging This is the first layer that directly wraps around the product. Think: – Bottles for drinks – Blister packs […]
A large number of Class 6.2 packages are medical samples. This is mainly because any infectious substances from humans or animals that might contain pathogens fall into the Category B Class 6.2 category.
What is Vermiculite? How does it appear and what is its texture? Vermiculite is a type of mineral made up of aluminum, iron, and magnesium silicates. It looks shiny and can be silver-gold or grey-brown in color when you see it naturally. The cool thing about vermiculite is that it expands a lot when it […]
Dangerous goods are substances or items that can create problems when not handled, packaged, or moved the right way.
It always starts with knowing what qualifies the goods as ‘dangerous goods’ (or hazardous materials, also known as hazmat). Don’t worry, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has got your back!