There are nine classes of dangerous goods traded in international markets, as defined by the United

Nations Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods. They are:

1. Explosives - Substances or items that can explode or cause a fire when in contact with air or water.

2. Gases - Substances that are a gas at normal temperatures and pressures and can become hazardous if
released.

3. Flammable liquids - Substances that can easily ignite and are dangerous if they come into contact with
other substances.

4. Flammable solids - Substances that can easily ignite in contact with heat or friction.

5. Oxidizing substances - Substances that can release oxygen and cause other materials to combust.

6. Toxic and infectious substances - Substances that can cause death or injury if ingested or inhaled.

7. Radioactive materials - Materials that emit ionizing radiation, which can be harmful to living
organisms.

8. Corrosive substances - Substances that can eat away at other materials, often causing damage to
human skin and other tissues.

9. Miscellaneous dangerous goods - Substances that are dangerous for other reasons, such as batteries,
magnetized materials, and some types of lasers.

It's important to note that the transportation of dangerous goods is highly regulated, and strict
protocols must be followed to ensure that they are transported safely and securely to their destination.
Certainly! The United Nations has classified dangerous goods into nine different classes, which are
further divided into subclasses based on the nature of the hazardous materials. These classifications
help to regulate the handling, transport, and storage of dangerous goods. Here's a breakdown of each
class along with some examples of the goods that fall under each classification:

1. Explosives – This class includes substances or mixtures that are capable of producing an explosion or a
pyrotechnic effect. Examples of dangerous goods in this class include fireworks, ammunition, and
dynamite.

2. Gases – This class includes all compressed, liquified, or dissolved gases. Some examples are Propane,
Oxygen, butane, helium, and nitrogen, which can easily combust.

3. Flammable liquids – The substances that easily catch fire are classified under this class, including
gasoline, diesel fuel, and alcohol. They have a flash point less than or equal to 60°C.

4. Flammable solids – This class involves substances that are easily ignitable or combustible Such as
sulfur, magnesium, and aluminum powders which can ignite in normal conditions.

5. Oxidizers and organic peroxides – These chemicals can cause inflammation in contact with other
substances, and includes hydrogen peroxide, sodium peroxide, and ammonium nitrate, and other highly
reactive chemicals used in manufacturing processes.

6. Toxic and infectious substances – Any substances that cause substantial harm to human health or the
environment, including hepatotoxic, neurotoxic, and carcinogenic substances. Such as mercury,
pesticides, and asbestos all under this class.

7. Radioactive materials – The class includes materials that have radioactive properties in varying
degrees such as nuclear fuel, Thorium, and Uranium, often used in nuclear power production and
medicine.
8. Corrosive substances – Acidic or alkaline substances that can erode materials, like Sulfuric acid and
Hydrochloric acid.

9. Miscellaneous dangerous goods – Materials that have hazardous properties but are not specified in
other classes, includes lithium-ion batteries, and asbestos.

It's critical to handle and transport all of these hazardous materials properly, adhering to established
safety protocols. We need to ensure the safety of the public and the environment as well as the safe
transportation of goods.

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