Which document item is typically included when shipping dangerous goods by air?

• A. Proper Shipping Name and UN#
• B. Serial Number
• C. Insurance Value
• D. Country of Origin

Answer: (A)

Identifying dangerous goods on the transport document is essential. The item most typically included is the proper shipping name along with the UN number. This pairing uniquely identifies the substance or article and its hazard class, enabling the correct handling, packaging, labeling, quantity limitations, and emergency response procedures under IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. The UN number links the product to a standardized set of regulatory requirements, while the proper shipping name provides the precise description used in shipping documents. Serial numbers, insurance values, and country of origin aren’t the standard DG descriptors on the transport document, as they pertain to other records or general documentation rather than the hazard identification needed for air shipments.