DANGEROUS GOODS

Dangerous Goods Shipping from Ningbo Class 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 8 · 9 · IMDG Compliant

Lithium batteries, chemicals, paints, aerosols and other regulated cargo shipped correctly. We review your MSDS, secure DG-approved bookings, prepare compliant documentation and deliver to 200+ ports worldwide.

Class 3–9 Accepted Lithium Batteries UN3480/3481 DG Booking & Approval MSDS & Documentation

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DG Classes We Ship from Ningbo

IMO Class	Type	Typical Cargo	Status
Class 3	Flammable liquids	Paints, coatings, solvents, alcohol-based products	Accepted
Class 4	Flammable solids	Metal powders, matches, self-heating materials	Accepted
Class 5	Oxidizers & peroxides	Calcium hypochlorite, peroxides	Accepted (case by case)
Class 6	Toxic substances	Pesticides, chemical reagents	Accepted
Class 8	Corrosives	Batteries acid, cleaning chemicals	Accepted
Class 9	Miscellaneous	Lithium batteries UN3480/3481, eco-unfriendly substances	Accepted
Class 1 / 7	Explosives / radioactive	—	Not accepted

What You Need Before Booking

Our team handles the DG declaration at Ningbo port, supervises packing and segregation in the container, and produces the full IMDG documentation set the carrier requires.

MSDS

A current Material Safety Data Sheet for every product — we review it free of charge and confirm the correct UN number, packing group and class.

DG Packaging Certificate

Export DG cargo must use UN-certified packaging with a valid Chinese 危包证 (performance + use certificate). We guide your factory through the application.

Accurate Declaration

Cargo must be declared exactly as produced. Misdeclared DG risks container rejection, fines and blacklisting — we verify before tendering to the carrier.

DG Booking

We apply for DG space with carriers that accept your class at your destination. Approval typically takes 3–7 working days; book 7–10 days ahead of ETD.

Lithium Battery Shipping — UN3480 & UN3481

Batteries are the most common DG enquiry we receive. UN3480 covers lithium-ion batteries shipped alone; UN3481 covers batteries packed with, or contained in, equipment. Both move under Class 9 with strict state-of-charge, packaging and labelling requirements.

We ship lithium batteries on selected carriers and routes that maintain stable DG policies — not every line accepts them. Send us your battery specification sheet, watt-hour rating and packaging photos for a compliance check before you commit to a production schedule.

Common Mistakes That Get DG Shipments Rejected

Wrong or Missing MSDS

Outdated MSDS without UN number, or MSDS that contradicts the declared cargo name, leads to instant booking rejection.

No Certified Packaging

Household-grade boxes or drums without UN certification cannot be loaded. Your factory must source UN-certified packing and obtain the 危包证.

Under-Declaration

Declaring chemicals as 'non-hazardous' to save cost is the fastest route to container detention, penalties and carrier blacklisting.

Late Booking

DG space needs carrier approval. Booking 3 days before ETD usually means missing the vessel.

FAQ

Can you ship DG by air from Ningbo?

Limited classes and quantities only, under IATA DGR. Most DG moves more economically by sea; we will advise the viable option after reviewing your MSDS.

Do you provide DG packaging in Ningbo?

Yes. For cargo consolidated at our warehouse we can arrange UN-certified drums, jerrycans and cartons plus the packaging certificate application.

How much does DG surcharge cost?

Carriers charge a DG fee per container plus documentation. The premium varies by class and route — send the MSDS for an exact quote within 24 hours.

Is 100% battery cargo by sea legal?

Yes, on compliant services with correct packaging, marks and state-of-charge limits. We only book lines whose DG policy we have verified in writing.

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The Nine IMO Hazard Classes

Every dangerous goods shipment is classified into one of nine classes under the IMO International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. Getting the class, UN number and packing group right decides whether a carrier accepts the booking at all.

Classification follows the IMDG Code. Lithium battery shipments are the fastest-growing class 9 category out of Ningbo.
Class	Category	Typical examples
1	Explosives	Fireworks, ammunition, airbag inflators
2	Gases	Aerosols, LPG, oxygen cylinders, refrigerated gases
3	Flammable liquids	Paints, solvents, alcohols, adhesives
4	Flammable solids	Matches, sulphur, self-reactive substances
5	Oxidising substances & organic peroxides	Hydrogen peroxide, ammonium nitrate, peroxide hardeners
6	Toxic & infectious substances	Pesticides, medical waste, diagnostic samples
7	Radioactive material	Medical isotopes, industrial gauges
8	Corrosives	Battery acid, hydrochloric acid, sodium hydroxide
9	Miscellaneous dangerous goods	Lithium batteries (UN3480 / UN3481), dry ice, magnetised material

Dangerous Goods Shipping FAQ

Documentation, lead times and the consequences of getting a declaration wrong.

What documents does a dangerous goods booking need?

At minimum: the safety data sheet (SDS/MSDS), a dangerous goods declaration with UN number and packing group, a packing certificate, and UN-specification packaging with correct markings and labels. Carriers may ask for additional approvals depending on the class.

How early must dangerous goods be booked?

Earlier than general cargo, because the carrier runs an internal DG approval review before releasing space. Assume at least several working days before the sailing, and more for classes 1, 6 and 7 or for any first-time commodity. Ask us at enquiry stage and we will tell you the real lead time for your UN number.

Can lithium batteries be shipped by sea from Ningbo?

Yes, and it is routine — but they must be declared under UN3480 (batteries alone) or UN3481 (packed with or contained in equipment), packed to the relevant packing instruction, and labelled correctly. Undeclared lithium batteries are the single most common cause of refused bookings and penalties.

What happens if dangerous goods are mis-declared?

The consequences are serious: fines from the carrier and maritime authorities, cargo held or destroyed, potential liability for incidents, and being blacklisted by carriers. Mis-declaration is never worth the rate saving — declare accurately and let us handle the approval.

Do you handle door-to-door dangerous goods?

Yes, where the commodity and destination allow it. It requires DG-certified handling at origin, licensed inland transport, and a destination agent able to receive the class. Tell us the UN number early and we will confirm what is actually possible door-to-door.