Customs planning for dangerous goods transport
Customs planning and dangerous-goods acceptance are separate parts of a cross-border movement. Discuss the route with ADR Carriers and confirm who will prepare and lodge the relevant declarations before collection.
Request a transport assessment
Agree responsibilities before booking
Identify the exporter, importer and appointed customs representative where applicable. Share the invoice, packing list, goods description and relevant reference numbers through the agreed channel. Do not assume clearance or declarations are included until the service is agreed.
UK, EU and Northern Ireland enquiries
Provide the exact origin, destination and proposed transit countries. For Channel Islands requests, specify the island and any proposed crossing. Requirements vary with the movement and trading arrangements; use current official guidance and the appointed customs representative for the applicable process.
Keep dangerous-goods documentation separate
Commercial customs documents do not replace the dangerous-goods transport document. Ferry bookings can also require a Dangerous Goods Note and operator approval for the load. Confirm all applicable documents with the transport team.
Discuss your consignment
Start with the collection, delivery, required date and goods details. If some information is missing, explain what you know so the team can identify the next questions. Acceptance and arrangements must be confirmed before booking.