Dangerous goods classes we arrange
| Class | Examples |
|---|---|
| 2 – Gases | Aerosols, gas cylinders |
| 3 – Flammable liquids | Paints, solvents, perfumes with alcohol, adhesives |
| 4 – Flammable solids | Matches, some metal powders |
| 5 – Oxidisers and peroxides | Pool chemicals, hydrogen peroxide |
| 6.1 – Toxic substances | Pesticides, some laboratory chemicals |
| 8 – Corrosives | Acids, alkalis, batteries with acid |
| 9 – Miscellaneous | Lithium batteries, dry ice, magnetised material |
Documents and packaging for hazardous cargo
- Safety data sheet (SDS) for every product
- Dangerous goods declaration (IMDG for sea, IATA DGR for air)
- UN number, proper shipping name, class and packing group
- UN-approved packaging, hazard labels and container placards
- Import permits where the chemical is restricted in Saudi Arabia
Lithium battery shipping
Lithium batteries ship as UN3480 or UN3481 (lithium-ion) and UN3090 or UN3091 (lithium metal). We check state of charge, packaging and quantity limits, and choose carriers that accept them by air, sea or road.
What we do not accept
Explosives (class 1) and radioactive materials (class 7) are not handled through our standard services, and some products need case-by-case approval. We confirm eligibility before booking.
Frequently asked questions
Can you ship hazardous chemicals to Saudi Arabia?
Yes. We arrange classes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.1, 8 and 9 by sea, air and road with approved carriers, after checking the SDS, UN number and any Saudi import permits.
What documents do dangerous goods need?
An SDS, a dangerous goods declaration for the mode (IMDG or IATA DGR), correct UN packaging and labels, and an import permit where the product is restricted.
Can perfumes be shipped by air?
Perfumes containing alcohol are class 3 flammable liquids. They can fly in limited quantities with the right declaration, or ship by sea or road for larger volumes.
Reviewed by Hammad Basravi, Operations Manager, Freight & Customs · Updated November 2026