ISPM15 & Export Packaging
Dangerous Goods
Shipping & Packaging
When it comes to shipping goods around the UK, across Europe and internationally, proper packaging isn’t just a consideration—it’s a necessity. At TQ Express, we specialise in packaging services for road freight, sea freight and air freight, including UN-approved packaging for dangerous goods shipping and compliance with ISPM15 standards, ensuring that your cargo is transported safely and in full adherence to global regulations.
Dangerous goods are defined as “items or substances that have the potential to pose a risk to health, safety, property, or the environment.” As such, they must be carefully handled, packaged, and transported in full compliance with the applicable legal and regulatory requirements for the chosen mode of transportation.
TQ Epress – Your Trusted Partner
Compliance For Dangerous
Goods Shipping
At TQ Express, compliance is the cornerstone of our operations when it comes to handling hazardous and dangerous goods. We make sure we adhere to all regulations, including:
- IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) for air freight and air cargo
- International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG) for sea freight
- ADR transport dangerous goods (European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)
In our own team we have two Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor’s (DGSA) to maintain the highest standards of safety and compliance for all dangerous goods shipping. Our DGSA ensures strict conformance with all relevant international and regional regulations, including the ADR for road transport, IATA DGR for air freight, and the IMDG Code for sea shipments.
For Dangerous Goods Shipping
The Importance UN
Approved Packaging
Transporting dangerous goods safely requires specialised packaging that meets stringent international standards. UN-approved packaging is designed to protect the goods themselves during transit as well as the environment and the people, irrespective of the mode of transport. Our dangerous goods packaging is rigorously tested to withstand impacts, leaks, and temperature changes, ensuring the safe shipping and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous materials.
At TQ Express, we provide in-house packing for goods classified under Dangerous Goods Classes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9. Our ADR transport dangerous goods service includes professional packing and certification in compliance with the applicable Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). We handle a range of materials, including flammable liquids, toxic substances, and corrosive chemicals, offering same-day pack and dispatch services from our Manchester Airport Cargo Hub location.
We Can Pack for
Classes Of Dangerous Goods
We have a specialist team at TQ Express to help navigate the complicated global customs regulations and requirements that international shipping and air freight in particular require. You can rely on us to provide complete customs clearance services including access to our UK customs deferment account for import duty and VAT.
Class 2 – Gases
Class 3- Flammable Liquids
Division 2.1 – Flammable Gas
Division 2.2 – Non-Flammable Gas
Class 3 – Flammable liquids
Class 4 – Other flammables
Division 4.1 – Flammable Solids
Division 4.2 – Substances Liable to Spontaneous Combustion
Division 4.3 – Substances which, in Contact with Water, Emit Flammable Gases
Class 5 -Oxidising agents
& Organic peroxides
Division 5.1 – Oxidising agents
Division 5.2 – Organic peroxides
Class 6 – Toxic & Infectious substances
Class 8 – Corrosives
Class 9 – Miscellaneous
Division 6.1 – Toxic Substances
Division 6.2 – Infectious Substances
Class 8 – Corrosives
Class 9 – Miscellaneous
Class 9 includes items such as automotive airbags, lithium-ion batteries, lithium metal batteries and environmentally hazardous substances which don’t fit into any of the other classes.
Dangerous Goods
Packaging For Air Freight
Proper packaging is critical for the safe transport of all goods including dangerous goods, by air freight. At TQ Express we offer specialised packaging tailored to the specific requirements of the shipment, ensuring compliance with international standards and taking the highest safety measures for the ADR transport of dangerous goods
Our Dangerous Goods Packaging Services Include:
UN Certified and Approved Packaging:
We provide a wide range of UN-certified packaging materials, including drums, boxes, and Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) suitable for various classes of dangerous goods.
Custom Packaging Solutions:
We provide tailored packaging designed to protect your goods and meet regulatory requirements. Custom packaging enables us to package oversize, shapes and sizes as well as delicate shipments that may need additional protection.
Overpacking and Palletising:
We can consolidate shipments to ensure secure and efficient handling. We can palletise goods for consolidation and manage the documentation required for each individual shipment.
Absorbents and Cushioning:
We can pack with specialist absorbent materials and cushioning to prevent any leakage or spillage during shipping.
Labelling and Marking:
We ensure the proper application of mandatory hazard labels, handling marks, and documentation to meet IATA and ICAO standards.
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When Does Export
Packaging Matter?
Export packaging plays a critical role in various situations, including:
Shipping Dangerous Goods:
UN-approved packaging is a legal necessity for the transportation of hazardous materials.
Transporting Large or Fragile Equipment:
Machinery, automotive parts, or manufacturing equipment require specialized crating and secure packaging to prevent damage.
International Relocations:
Furniture and personal belongings need robust packing to withstand long journeys.
Trade Shows and Temporary Exports:
Items sent for exhibitions or temporary use require compliant and durable packaging to ensure safe return or reuse.
With TQ Express, you can trust that all your export packaging needs—whether for hazardous goods or delicate equipment—are handled with the utmost care, ensuring compliance and safety every step of the way.
For All Exports &
Logistics Packaging
At TQ Express, our export packaging services cover both hazardous and non-hazardous goods. Whether it’s machinery, furniture, or dangerous materials, our team ensures your cargo is packaged to meet all international requirements, keeping it safe and compliant from origin to destination.
For more details on our export packaging services, including dangerous goods handling, get in touch. Let TQ Express take the complexity out of your packaging needs so you can focus on growing your business.
What is ISPM?
ISPM stands for International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures, a global standard established to prevent the spread of pests and diseases through wooden packaging materials used in international trade. The most widely recognized ISPM standard is ISPM 15, which mandates the treatment and marking of wooden packaging materials, such as pallets and crates, to eliminate harmful organisms.
At TQ Express, we ensure that any wooden packaging we provide for export complies with ISPM 15, reducing the risk of shipment delays, rejections, or fines due to non-compliance.