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Hazardous Goods Transport – ADR-Certified, Safe and Legally Compliant

NexCargo transports hazardous goods of all ADR classes for chemical companies, laboratories, pharmaceutical plants and industrial companies – with certified drivers and complete documentation.

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Hazardous Goods Shipping with NexCargo

Hazardous goods transports are subject to strict legal requirements of the ADR (Accord Dangereux Routier) and the German GGVSEB (Hazardous Goods Regulation Road, Rail and Inland Waterways). Not every carrier is authorized for this task. NexCargo has ADR-certified drivers, suitable vehicles and the necessary documentation expertise.

Whether chemicals, pharmaceutical substances, industrial gases or corrosive materials – NexCargo handles the complete ADR-compliant transport including hazard labels, transport document and safety data sheet review.

Hazardous Goods Transport – ADR Requirements

What is possible with hazardous goods transport?

ADR Classes Classes 1–9 (exceptions on request for Class 1 and certain Class 7 goods)
UN Numbers All UN numbers within the ADR scope – correct declaration is the sender's obligation
Accompanying Documents Transport document · Hazard label · Safety data sheet · Emergency instructions if applicable
Driver Certification ADR certificate per § 4 GGVSEB · Basic course + specialist courses per goods class
Vehicle Equipment ADR-compliant vehicles with fire extinguishers, hazard warning panels and safety equipment
Packaging Approved packaging types per ADR packaging instruction per UN number
Insurance Coverage Hazardous goods-compliant insurance – on request
Price On request – depending on ADR class, quantity, route and packaging type
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ADR Classes at a Glance

The ADR regulations divide hazardous goods into 9 main classes. NexCargo transports goods of all classes – with class-certified drivers and vehicles.

Class Description
Class 1 Explosive Substances and Articles
Class 2 Gases
Class 3 Flammable Liquids
Class 4 Flammable Solids
Class 5 Oxidizing Substances & Organic Peroxides
Class 6 Toxic and Infectious Substances
Class 7 Radioactive Substances
Class 8 Corrosive Substances
Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances

Certifications and Standards at NexCargo

ADR-Certified Drivers

All hazardous goods drivers hold the current ADR certificate per § 4 GGVSEB. Regular refresher courses for all classes are ensured.

ADR-Compliant Vehicles

Vehicles with correct hazard panel marking, fire extinguishers and ADR safety equipment in accordance with current regulations.

Complete Documentation

Transport document, hazard label and safety data sheet review – complete and legally sound for every transport.

Shipment Tracking

Real-time tracking also for hazardous goods shipments – always traceable where your shipment is.

Emergency Plans Available

Written instructions (TREMCARD) per ADR for all transported hazardous goods classes – driver is prepared in case of emergency.

Document Review Before Pickup

NexCargo checks all required documents before pickup – avoids fines and transport stops by authorities.

Non-Transportable or Restricted Goods

Even in hazardous goods transport there are restrictions. NexCargo informs you transparently about limits.

Highly toxic gases (ADR Class 2, T+) without special permit
Radioactive substances without official transport permit
Biological substances Category A (highest infection risk)
Expired chemicals without proper disposal declaration

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ADR-certified transport for chemicals, pharma and industry

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hazardous Goods Transport

We ship lithium-ion batteries — which ADR class is that and what do we need to consider?
Lithium-ion batteries fall under ADR Class 9 (Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances). Individual cells are declared as UN3480, batteries installed in devices as UN3481. Decisive is the state of charge: >30% capacity requires special packaging (Section II or IA), UN marking on the package and a hazard label. NexCargo handles compliance verification before pickup.
As a sender of hazardous goods, do I need to prove training?
Yes — under § 17 GGVSEB the sender is obligated to train employees who classify, package or document hazardous goods. Training by a hazardous goods officer is mandatory for regular senders. NexCargo can refer you to recognized training partners on request and reviews your documents before the first transport.
We regularly ship isopropanol (Class 3) — do we need a hazardous goods officer?
Above a certain annual volume of hazardous goods transports (generally more than 50 shipments/year or exceeding exemption quantities) a designated hazardous goods officer is legally required. Isopropanol falls under Class 3 as UN1219, packing group II. NexCargo advises you when an appointment obligation arises for your shipment volume.
Can hazardous goods of different ADR classes be mixed in one transport?
Not always. The ADR defines so-called co-loading prohibitions: certain classes may not be transported together — e.g. Class 1 (explosives) not with Class 3 (flammable liquids). NexCargo checks the compatibility of all packages before every transport and plans the loading according to ADR table 7.5.2.
What does a hazardous goods transport cost compared to a regular courier transport?
Hazardous goods transports typically cost 20–50% more than a comparable standard transport depending on class, quantity and documentation effort. The surcharge covers ADR training costs, special equipment, increased administrative effort and the higher liability risk. For regular hazardous goods shippers NexCargo offers framework contracts with better rates.

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