Shipping Infectious Substances
Main Content
Certain biological materials are classified as hazardous by the Department of Transportation
(DOT) and the International Air Transit Authority (IATA), requiring specialized packaging,
labeling, and documentation for transport.
Resources & Forms
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations
Training
To legally ship hazardous biological materials you must complete International Air
Transport Association (IATA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) training. This
training must be renewed every two years as long as you are shipping and receiving
materials.