9 Classes of Dangerous Goods Transported By Trucks

Later on, these dangerous goods can also be seen as unstable substances because they can undergo exothermic and self-accelerating decomposition. So, here are few of the characteristics of these goods:

1. Burn rapidly;
2. Cause damage to the eyes;
3. React dangerously with other materials;
4. Explosive decomposition;
5. Cause damage to the eyes;

Class 6: Toxic and Infectious Substances

Toxic and infectious substances are also considered dangerous goods, they are classified under Class 6. This Class has two sub-classifications:

First and foremost the toxic substances are liable to cause serious injury, and can harm the human health, they can even cause death. Yet, on the other hand we have the infectious substances, or better known as pathogens.