Preparation of a transport document (ADR/IMO)
The transport document is a mandatory document for any transport of dangerous goods. It is crucial for the transport that all necessary information is available.
As specialists for dangerous goods, we can prepare the transport document for you. This gives you legal certainty and allows you to concentrate on other things.
Create transport document: Requirements
The transport document is a document that is mandatory for any transport of dangerous goods. The prerequisite for this is that all the necessary information for the control of the loaded goods is available in full.
As a rule, every transport of dangerous goods by road, rail or water must be accompanied by a transport document.
There are many mistakes that can be made when preparing it, which can lead to a fine. Therefore, it is important that you seek professional assistance in the preparation of the transport document. We will be glad to help you!
For more information on the transport document, see our blog post. Carrying dangerous goods: What does a transport document (ADR) look like?
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Contents of the transport document
The following contents must be included in a transport document:
- UN number
- Substance name
- Hazard label
- Packing group
- Tunnel restriction code
- Packages
- Total quantity
- Consignor/ Consignee
- Special agreements
How we create your transport document
Preparation
In preparation, we will discuss with you in an approx. 30-minute online appointment which
products you are transporting. Our specialists will explain to you what information we need to prepare the transport document.
Provisioning information
Based on this information, you then only need to provide us with the information and
addresses of the parties involved in the transport of dangerous goods. You send us the safety data sheets (from 2020 or later) of the products. We then take over from here.
Transport document creation and transmission
We prepare the transport document according to ADR or IMDG code (IMO). The document is up to date according to the current ADR regulation without you having to do anything. We will then send you the transport document by e-mail.
Your specialists for the preparation of transport documents
We are your competent contact for the topic of dangerous goods in the areas of road, inland, sea and rail transport. Our consultants serve companies in various industries, such as production, waste disposal or logistics companies. In doing so, we comply with the applicable standards of ADR, RID, ADN, IMDG Code and IATA.
Markus Höhfeld
Mathias Robbe
Prices for the preparation of transport documents
Standard
- 30-minute preliminary meeting
- Preparation of the individual transport document according to ADR or IMDG-Code (IMO) as printable PDF (within 24 hours*)
- Handout explaining the transport document
Premium
- 30-minute preliminary meeting
- Creation of the individual transport document according to ADR or IMDG Code (IMO) as a printable PDF (within 24 hours*)
- Creation of a customizable transport document template for use in future shipments according to ADR or IMDG Code (IMO) as an editable Excel template
- Handout explaining the transport document
- 30-minute additional consultation for changes or extensions, e.g. inclusion of new products
For express creations under 4 hrs* we charge a surcharge of 25%.
All prices are quoted exclusive of VAT.
Have your transport documents prepared now!
Rahel Küffner
Specialist Customer ManagementFAQ – Transport document creation
Which transport documents and accompanying papers are relevant for the transport of dangerous goods by road?
The ADR stipulates that accompanying documents must be carried when transporting dangerous goods. The transport documents and accompanying papers provide information about which goods are being transported, how they are packed and how much has been loaded. The documents are required by the dangerous goods regulations ADR (section 8.1.2) and GGVSEB.
In principle, the driver must be in possession of an ADR certificate for every transport of dangerous goods – regardless of the permissible total weight of the vehicle. The ADR certificate must indicate the classes (advanced course for class 1 and/or class 7) or the types of transport (advanced course tank for tank transports) corresponding to the transport to be carried out. Other important transport documents and accompanying documents are:
- Transport document
- Written instructions
- Registration certificate/test certificate
- Route statement
What papers for transport of dangerous goods by road?
For the transport of dangerous goods by road, an ADR dangerous goods declaration must be completed. You can find more about the required information in the article about the contents of the transport document (ADR). The ADR dangerous goods declaration is filled in and signed by the dangerous goods officer.
What papers for transport of dangerous goods by air?
Dangerous goods by air require a so-called “Shippers’ Declaration” with the following information:
- UN number
- Official designation of the dangerous goods (in English)
- Substance class
- Packing group
- Number and description of packages (in English)
- Quantity of the dangerous goods
- Packing instruction
- Name and address of the shipper (incl. phone number)
- Name and address of the consignee (incl. telephone number)
The Shipper’s Declaration is completed and signed in duplicate by the Dangerous Goods Officer. In the case of air transport, an air waybill is also required. It is completed by the Central Purchasing/Goods Shipping Department.