Ensure compliant shipping and transport of regulated biological materials (including Category A, Category B, and dry ice) with required training, export control guidance, and step-by-step documents. Use the resources below before preparing any shipment.
Biohazard Shipping Training
Shipping and Transport of Regulated Biological Materials
Module available through CITI under Biosafety/Biosecurity (Q14). Required annually—prior to any shipment of hazardous materials (including dry ice).
Export Control
Shipping or transporting substances on these lists out of the country requires clearance through GS Legal Affairs.
Documents
- Shipping Category A and B Comparison Chart
- Shipping Classification Guide (U.C. decision tree)
- How to Pack Category B (Non-hazardous; Dry Ice)
- How to Ship
- Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods Form
- DOT Guide for Completing Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods
- UBMTA – Uniform Biological Material Transfer Agreement (GS is signatory)