ADR/Hazardous goods
classes we transport

Classes we transport

Overview of our UK hazardous goods transport capabilities

This page provides a detailed breakdown of the classes we transport, the restrictions we observe, and additional guidance for businesses shipping regulated materials.

1.4S – Limited Quantities of explosives
Only small, restricted quantities permitted

2 – Gases
Compressed, liquefied, or dissolved under pressure

3 – Flammable liquids
Includes chemicals and industrial liquids

4 – Flammable solids
Solid materials that can ignite easily

5.1 – Oxidising substances
Includes chemicals that can cause/exacerbate fire

5.2 – Organic peroxides
Highly reactive, regulated materials

6.1 – Toxic substances
Hazardous chemicals requiring ADR handling

8 – Corrosive substances
Acids, alkalis, and other corrosive chemicals

9 – Miscellaneous dangerous goods
Includes other regulated but non-classifiable substances

In addition to hazardous goods, we also transport complementary non-hazardous goods alongside regulated shipments.

Classes we do not transport

1 – Most explosives
Restricted for safety

6.2 – Infectious substances
Requires specialist licensing

7 – Radioactive 
Requires specialist licensing

Firewoks, waste products, cyanidews, non-networkable goods
Not suiatable for Hazchem network

We transport hazardous goods across the UK mainland and islands, providing reliable and fully compliant solutions for manufacturers, chemical distributors, and industrial clients.

Our fleet, real-time tracking, and strict adherence to ADR regulations ensure safe, on-time deliveries, giving your business confidence in every shipment. Over 80% of our drivers are fully ADR-trained, and our vehicles are equipped for secure, regulated transport of hazardous materials.

Whether you’re sending flammable liquids, toxic substances, or corrosive materials, CS Ellis combines hands-on expertise with networked efficiency to meet your hazardous logistics needs.

We operate under Hazchem Network standards, maintaining 100% compliance for all shipments and ensuring that your goods are handled according to strict safety and documentation protocols.