Dangerous Goods Shipping from China: Complete Regulations Guide 2026

How to ship batteries, chemicals, and hazardous materials safely

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What Are Dangerous Goods?

Dangerous goods (DG cargo) include lithium batteries, chemicals, flammable liquids, gases, corrosives, and oxidizers. Shipping them from China requires strict compliance with IMO, IATA, and ADR regulations.

Key: ChenXin Cargo handles DG cargo on truck routes to Russia and Central Asia with full documentation support.

IMO/IATA Classification

ClassTypeExamplesShipping Mode
Class 3Flammable liquidsPaint, solvents, adhesivesSea / Truck
Class 4Flammable solidsMatch, sulfur, metal powderSea only
Class 5OxidizersHydrogen peroxide, bleachSea
Class 8CorrosivesAcids, batteriesSea / Truck
Class 9MiscellaneousLithium batteries, dry iceAll modes (with cert)

Required Documents

Packaging & Labeling

RequirementStandardDetails
UN PackagingUN 4G / 1A1 / 1H1Tested and certified
LabelsDiamond-shaped GHSClass label + UN number
MarkingProper shipping nameTechnical name in English
SegregationIMO Segregation TableIncompatible goods separated

Approved Shipping Routes from China

RouteModeTransitDG Classes
Guangzhou β†’ MoscowTruck (ADR)18-25 days3, 6, 8, 9
Guangzhou β†’ AlmatyTruck (ADR)12-18 days3, 8, 9
Shanghai β†’ NovorossiyskSea (IMO)30-40 days3-9 (all)
Guangzhou β†’ DubaiSea18-25 days3-9 (all)

Q: Can I ship lithium batteries from China?

A: Yes, Class 9 DG. Requires UN38.3 test report, MSDS, and proper packaging.

Q: What is the cost premium for DG shipping?

A: Typically 30-80% above standard freight, depending on class and packaging.

Q: Does ChenXin Cargo handle dangerous goods?

A: Yes, we ship DG cargo by truck to Russia and Central Asia with full ADR compliance.

Q: Do I need a special license?

A: Export license from China + import permit at destination. We help with both.

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