Shipping Medical Device Sterilant Gases Safely Ethylene oxide (EtO) and other sterilant gases used in medical device manufacturing are among the most regulated dangerous goods in international transport. Classified as both toxic and flammable, these substances require expert handling under…

Shipping Ammunition and Firearms Under Dangerous Goods Regulations Ammunition and firearms shipments are subject to some of the most stringent dangerous goods regulations in international transport. Classified primarily under Class 1 (Explosives) of both IATA DGR and IMDG Code, these…

Navigating E-Cigarette and Vape Shipping Compliance The global e-cigarette and vaping industry has created complex shipping challenges. These products contain lithium batteries and flammable liquids, placing them under strict IATA and IMDG dangerous goods regulations. Understanding classification and packaging requirements…

Essential Oil and Fragrance Shipping Under IATA Regulations The booming essential oil and natural fragrance industry creates complex hazmat shipping challenges. Many essential oils are Class 3 flammable liquids with flash points below 60°C, requiring full IATA dangerous goods compliance…

Marine Pollutant Shipping Under IMDG Requirements Substances harmful to the marine environment receive additional shipping requirements under the IMDG Code. South Florida’s coastline, coral reefs, and marine ecosystems make marine pollutant compliance especially important for businesses shipping through PortMiami and…

IATA DGR 2026: Key Regulatory Changes for Dangerous Goods The IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations are updated annually, and the 2026 edition introduces several important changes affecting South Florida shippers. Staying current with these updates is essential for maintaining hazmat shipping…