Carriage of dangerous goods

City Link, like many other carriers, is unable to carry dangerous goods unless they are classified as "Limited Quantity" (LQ) as identified in the current transport legislation.

Dangerous goods present safety issues in the transportation system, and therefore the right labels should be used when sending dangerous goods through City Link. Below are some examples of labels that City Link accepts:

Labels
Accepted	Not Accepted
Example Labels	Example Labels

It is the policy of City Link not to carry any Dangerous Goods internationally or by aircraft. It is the policy of City Link not to carry any Dangerous Goods internationally or by aircraft.

City Link will only carry Dangerous Goods in limited quantities either by road or sea.

Dangerous Goods that travel by ferry or any sea crossing to United Kingdom offshore destinations, including Northern Ireland, The Republic of Ireland, The Channel Islands, The Isle of Man, The Isle of Wight, The Scilly Isles and The Scottish Islands require the following documentation:

• A consignment note including a description of the goods
• A signed "Dangerous Goods Declaration". Click here to see an example
• A Limited Quantity Diamond label containing the correct UN Number preceded by the letters "UN" must be attached to the package
• Any other labels required by the regulations applicable during transit

Dangerous Goods sent throughout the UK mainland (i.e. England, Scotland and Wales) require the following documentation:

• A consignment note including a description of the goods
• Goods must be labeled as Limited Quantities

This information is provided only as a guide; it should not be regarded as legal advice.

For further guidelines please refer to our full Terms and Conditions. Alternatively, please contact us at dgsa@city-link.co.uk.

If you need to transport other quantities of Dangerous Goods then the City Link Sameday Team may be able to help you. Please call 08705 906906 for more information.