Guide · ADR
ADR from Spain: what we move, what we don't
ADR is the European agreement on the international road transport of dangerous goods. We handle most standard packaged ADR freight from Spain. Here's what fits with us and what doesn't.
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What we handle
Class 3 — Flammable liquids: industrial solvents, paints, coatings, fuels in drums, alcohol-based consumer products.
Class 4 — Flammable solids, substances liable to spontaneous combustion, substances emitting flammable gas when in contact with water (by arrangement per sub-class).
Class 5 — Oxidizing substances and organic peroxides (within packaging-group limits).
Class 6 — Toxic and infectious substances (Class 6.1 industrial toxic substances; Class 6.2 by arrangement only).
Class 8 — Corrosive substances: industrial acids, bases, battery electrolyte.
Class 9 — Miscellaneous dangerous goods, most importantly lithium-ion batteries and batteries-installed-in-equipment, asbestos, environmentally hazardous substances.
What we don't handle
Class 1 — Explosives. We are not certified for Class 1 freight.
Class 7 — Radioactive. Outside our scope.
Class 2 — Gases: we handle non-toxic, non-flammable compressed gases (Class 2.2) case-by-case; Class 2.1 (flammable) and Class 2.3 (toxic) gases are not routine for us.
What you supply for an ADR booking
Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for the product.
Proper shipping name and UN number per ADR.
Packing group and packaging details (UN-approved packaging).
Net quantity per inner and outer packaging.
Emergency contact (24/7 reachable) for the product.
What we prepare
Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD) based on your SDS.
Transport document (CMR) with ADR markings.
Written instructions in the appropriate language for the driver.
Segregation check against other cargo on the departure.
Related
What ADR hazardous materials classes can be shipped from Spain by road?
SAVA Logistic is licensed for ADR Classes 2 (gases), 3 (flammable liquids), 4.1 (flammable solids), 5.1 (oxidizers), 6.1 (toxic substances), 8 (corrosives), and 9 (miscellaneous including lithium batteries UN3481/UN3480). All ADR shipments require proper labeling, placarding, and documentation. Drivers hold current ADR certificates and vehicles carry required PPE and fire suppression equipment.
- •ADR Classes 2, 3, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1, 8, and 9 licensed
- •Lithium batteries (UN3481/UN3480) accepted under Class 9
- •Current driver ADR certificates and compliant vehicle equipment
- •Available as both LTL on all 16 corridors
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