If you ship lithium batteries, there’s a labeling change headed your way starting January 1, 2027. A new DOT regulation, 49 CFR 173.185(c)(3), narrows what’s allowed to appear inside the red hatched border on lithium battery handling labels. Going forward, the only information allowed in that space is the UN number. Non-Compliant: Compliant: That means that…
Do complex hazmat regulations drive you to UN 3065?
Then you’ll love sharing these DG eCards on Twitter! What are DG eCards? They’re amusing little comments with graphics that poke a bit of fun at our business—especially people who don’t take Dangerous Goods as seriously as they should. What do you do with them? Just select your favorite card and click on the link…
What is the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) and Who Needs It?
The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) provides essential guidance for handling hazardous materials transportation incidents. It’s the official hazmat book used by first responders and hazmat professionals worldwide, and DOT 49 CFR 172.602 requires anyone who handles or transfers dangerous goods to have emergency response information immediately available. The ERG is updated every 4 years and now is…
How Do You Spot a Non-Compliant Hazmat Label
Differences between compliant and non-compliant labels and markings may be had to notice. Shippers often complain about the hair-splitting differences spelled out by hazmat regulations. And while it’s true that a difference of a gram here or a millimeter there isn’t likely to make a shipment any less safe, regulations have to be exact, or…
Infographic | Hazard Class Zodiac
If you’re a Dangerous Goods professional, you believe in science, not superstition. You’d never go in for all that astrological nonsense, would you? Still, even DG pros want to know what the future holds in store. That’s why we created the Hazard Class Zodiac. Find your “sign” to learn everything about your personality, your ideal…
Introducing Greif Drums: The Smarter, Stronger, and More Sustainable Solution for Hazardous Material Storage
When Safety Meets Savings If you work in the chemical, pharma, oil, or battery industry, you know the challenge: finding drums that can handle hazardous materials without compromising safety — or your budget. Too often, businesses pay more for packaging that doesn’t perform better. That’s why DGeo is proud to introduce Greif Drums — the…
Embracing Sustainability in DG Packaging: A Path Forward
The push for sustainable packaging is skyrocketing. In 2024, 48% of companies selling DG products prioritized sustainability, — more than double the number of companies that went eco-friendly in 2023. Overall, as of last year, 81% of companies managing dangerous goods (DG) and hazmat operations have adopted sustainability practices. Meanwhile, traditional packaging is increasingly scrutinized…
Shaping the Future of Dangerous Goods: 2024 DG Symposium Recap
The Dangerous Goods Symposium once again proved to be the go-to place for the DG industry to come together to exchange insights and collaborate. This year’s symposium gave attendees the chance to learn directly from government regulators and top professionals across the DG, logistics and supply chain sectors. Here’s a quick snapshot of the event:…
The Best of the Best in the Dangerous Goods Industry: The 2024 DG Hall of Fame
The dangerous goods (DG) industry requires dedication. This is not an industry that can be learned in a year or even several. We need leaders who show a deep commitment to safety and compliance – and who can mobilize others across regulatory, industry and business groups. Those who excel understand a wide range of…
Have a hazmat question? Have a phone? Call our DG Regulations Hotline!
Wouldn’t it be great if, the next time you had a question about Dangerous Goods transport—any question at all—you could just pick up the phone and ask an expert? You can. And it’s free. Just call the Labelmaster Regulatory Hotline. Call 1.800.621.5808—8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Central time, Monday through Friday—and ask to speak to…