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Hazardous Materials Transport Declaration for Air Cargo

Air Transportation · NAICS 481 · Hazardous Materials Transport Declaration

This Hazardous Materials Transport Declaration for Air Cargo is a critical document required by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for any shipment of dangerous goods by air. It provides a standardized format for shippers to declare the contents of their shipment, ensuring compliance with the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and 49 CFR. Our tool helps you generate a draft declaration that includes all necessary fields, from hazard class to packaging details, along with the mandatory shipper's certification. Use this to streamline your air cargo operations, reduce the risk of delays, and maintain safety and compliance.

When you need this document

When shipping any hazardous material classified under IATA DGR by air, including flammable liquids, corrosives, or compressed gases.
When a freight forwarder or air carrier requires a shipper's declaration for dangerous goods as part of the booking or acceptance process.
When shipping lithium batteries (UN3480, UN3481) as cargo, which require a declaration and specific handling.
When shipping dry ice (UN1845) as a refrigerant, which may require a declaration if the dry ice is not otherwise excepted.
When preparing international air shipments of hazardous materials that must comply with the ICAO Technical Instructions.

What the generated draft includes

Shipper and consignee contact information
Airport of departure and destination with IATA codes
Air waybill number reference
Detailed dangerous goods description table (hazard class, UN number, proper shipping name, packing group, quantity, packaging type)
Additional handling information section
Shipper's certification statement and signature block
Important compliance notes and references to IATA DGR and 49 CFR

Frequently asked questions

Is this declaration the same as the IATA Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods?

Yes, our draft is designed to mirror the IATA DGR form, but it is a template. You should always verify with the latest IATA DGR edition and your airline, as some carriers have specific requirements.

Do I need to submit this declaration for every hazmat shipment?

Most hazardous materials require a shipper's declaration, but some exceptions exist for limited quantities or excepted quantities. Always check the IATA DGR and your carrier's rules.

What happens if I make a mistake on the declaration?

Inaccuracies can lead to fines, shipment rejection, or even safety incidents. Always double-check the classification and packaging details. If in doubt, consult a dangerous goods specialist.

Self-help document generator: you get a structured draft based on the facts you provide. It is not legal, tax, or financial advice; verify jurisdiction-specific rules before sending.