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What is Excepted Quantity?

Excepted Quantity A special regulatory category for dangerous goods packed in very small quantities, meeting strict limits, with further reduced packaging and documentation requirements (IATA DGR, IMDG, ADR).

Source: Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

How is “Excepted Quantity” Used in Practice?

When shipping as Excepted Quantity, the packages must comply with specific marking and documentation rules provided in the IATA DGR.

Certification Exam Relevance

FIATA DiplomaCILT CertificationIATA DGR

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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What is Excepted Quantity?

A special regulatory category for dangerous goods packed in very small quantities, meeting strict limits, with further reduced packaging and documentation requirements (IATA DGR, IMDG, ADR).

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