Small quantities do not automatically qualify for EQ. Check the E0–E5 code for the actual UN entry, proper shipping name, hazard class and packing group, then confirm the quantity limits per inner and outer packaging and carrier acceptance.
GENORDA provides chemical and dangerous goods export services for companies in China, with Hong Kong as its core operating hub. Customers can request an assessment without choosing a departure gateway in advance.
Chemical businesses, research companies, traders and laboratories in mainland China can submit cargo information for assessment.
Mainland coordination is arranged per project through Shenzhen Kangjienuoda International Logistics Co., Ltd. or the actual executing party. GENORDA handles Hong Kong operations within its actual service and permission scope.
Each shipment is reviewed for classification, quantity, packaging, recipient import readiness and carrier requirements. Mainland pickup area, vehicle qualifications, handover point and fees require separate confirmation.
BEFORE YOU ENQUIRE
Review these conditions before preparing an enquiry. Preliminary review, carrier acceptance and a final quotation are separate steps. For example, E1 allows up to 30 g/30 mL per inner packaging and 1,000 g/1,000 mL of dangerous goods per outer packaging; E3 limits are 30 g/30 mL and 300 g/300 mL respectively. Check the entry and current rules before applying these limits.
· This date records the check of public rule sources and the service conditions described on this page. The rules in force and carrier confirmation apply to each shipment.
After preparing your cargo details, share them by WeCom or email. Acceptance and the final quotation require confirmation for the shipment.
Prepare cargo details for assessment| EQ Code | Maximum quantity per inner packaging | Maximum total dangerous goods quantity per outer packaging |
|---|---|---|
| E0 | Not permitted under EQ | — |
| E1 | 30 g / 30 mL | 1,000 g / 1,000 mL |
| E2 | 30 g / 30 mL | 500 g / 500 mL |
| E3 | 30 g / 30 mL | 300 g / 300 mL |
| E4 | 1 g / 1 mL | 500 g / 500 mL |
| E5 | 1 g / 1 mL | 300 g / 300 mL |
Solids are measured in grams and liquids in millilitres; for gas inner packagings, millilitres refer to the container water capacity. Check mixed packing and other applicable conditions under the current rules. E1 allows 1 kg/1 L per outer packaging, not per inner packaging. E3 limits are 30 g/30 mL per inner packaging and 300 g/300 mL per outer packaging.
Check the EQ code for the specific dangerous goods entry; eligibility cannot be promised solely by hazard class or product name. E0 is not eligible for EQ. Lithium batteries, dry ice and aerosols do not qualify simply because the quantity is small. Check each applicable entry and transport rule.
Use suitable inner and intermediate packagings and strong outer packaging. Check absorbent material and compatibility for liquids. EQ packages must meet the applicable construction, drop-test and stacking-test requirements; an ordinary box is not sufficient by itself.
Apply the prescribed excepted quantities mark with the applicable class/division and, if not shown elsewhere, the shipper or consignee name. It is not the Y-marked air limited quantities diamond. When all EQ conditions are met, a DGD is not required. Where an air waybill is used, enter “Dangerous Goods in Excepted Quantities” and the package count, and check carrier requirements.
Classification, training and other remaining applicable responsibilities cannot be waived by EQ. Destination, route, number of pieces and carrier restrictions shall be conditioned for each ship; Compliance does not mean that any courier or airline must receive it.
No. Check the EQ code for the actual entry first. E1 allows up to 30 g/30 mL per inner packaging and 1,000 g/1,000 mL per outer packaging; other codes may have lower limits and E0 is not permitted under EQ. Packaging, marking, training and carrier conditions must also be met.
For an E3 liquid, the limit is 30 mL per inner packaging and 300 mL of dangerous goods per outer packaging. For solids, the corresponding limits are 30 g and 300 g. These quantity limits do not replace classification or carrier acceptance review.
No way. EQ still has applicable training requirements, and packaging must meet the corresponding structural and performance requirements. Exemption from the UN specification packing requirement does not amount to an exemption from the packing test, and the acceptance is subject to confirmation by carrier.
Provide complete and consistent MSDS, UN numbers and classification, net amount of each package, quantity and total quantity of packaging per box, gross weight of the outer box size, place of departure and destination. Multi-product shipments shall be itemized and the EQ or other transport programme shall be determined after review by the operational personnel.
Content reviewed on 2026-10-08. Reviewer: Company Team Members. Reference: ICAO’s 2025 training material. Actual shipment requires confirmation against the current ICAO Technical Instructions, IATA DGR and carrier variations. Eligibility is confirmed for each shipment; this page does not constitute carrier approval.
Based on: Training material on the 2025 limitation clauses of the ICAO networkRead EQ Knowledge Bank NoteHong Kong Channel, EQ and MultiName ShippingSubmission of information for evaluation of EQ or official DG programmes