Does FedEx ship radioactive?
Does FedEx ship radioactive?
FedEx Ground does not accept radioactive fissile material unless properly prepared and packaged under exception 49 CFR 173.453.
What should you do if you find an open radioactive package FedEx?
In the U.S., call 1.800. GoFedEx and press “81” then “4” for assistance. For non-U.S. locations, please contact your local Customer Service representative.
What is considered dangerous goods when shipping FedEx?
Accessible Dangerous Goods Shipments
| A special handling fee will be assessed per shipment at the greater of $171 or $0.93 per pound. | |
|---|---|
| Class 1 | Explosives |
| Class 2.1 | Flammable Gas |
| Class 2.2 | Non-Flammable Gas With a “Cargo Aircraft Only” Label |
| Class 3 | Flammable Liquid |
Can you ship dangerous goods via FedEx?
You can ship Dangerous Goods either by FedEx International Priority® (shipment up to 68kg per package) or FedEx International Priority® Freight (shipment between 68kg and 1,000kg per item). Our comprehensive Dangerous Goods service includes fast transit times, door-to-door delivery and custom clearance.
What is considered hazardous material for shipping?
Broadly defined, a hazardous material is any material that may cause serious injury or harm to a person or property when shipped. This can include chemicals, explosives, biohazardous materials, and other such materials.
Are all classes of hazardous materials are acceptable in the FedEx Ground Network?
FedEx Ground does not accept hazardous material packages prepared under the IATA/ICAO (International Air Transport Association/International Civil Aviation Organization) regulations.
Does FedEx scan packages?
FedEx and UPS each have their own fleet of planes, and the rules are not as strict. Price said the companies aren’t required to use X-ray, explosive-trace detection or canine screening but can at their option. He said they are required to physically inspect all packages.
What can’t be sent by FedEx?
Time-sensitive or critical written materials or documents including, but not limited to, bids and contract proposals. Contraband including, but not limited to, illicit drugs and counterfeit goods. Livestock, bloodstock and living animals.
How do you ship hazmat materials?
There are four basic steps to ship hazardous materials safely:
- 1 Find the safety data sheet.
- 2 Find shipping instructions.
- 3 Follow marking and labeling requirements.
- 4 Package, label and ship your product.
What is considered a dangerous goods when shipping?
A hazardous material or dangerous good is defined as a substance or material that the Secretary of Transportation has determined is capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce, and has designated as hazardous under section 5103 of Federal hazardous materials …
