Dangerous Goods IOR Japan (IATA DGR / IMDG)

Name: Aplash
Price range: $$

Dangerous Goods Importer of Record Japan (IATA DGR / IMDG)

Aplash acts as the named Importer of Record (IOR) for dangerous goods entering Japan under IATA DGR (Dangerous Goods Regulations) and IMDG Code (International Maritime Dangerous Goods). We file customs declarations under 関税法 (Customs Act) in Aplash's name and coordinate 消防法 (Fire Service Act) storage permits for shipments crossing bonded-storage thresholds.

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Engagement scope

IATA DGR and IMDG Code classification review per current edition.

UN-number assignment review, packing-group verification, packaging compliance review.

Customs declaration as named Importer of Record for Class 2 (gases), Class 3 (flammable liquids), Class 4 (flammable solids), Class 5 (oxidizers), Class 6.1 (toxic substances outside 毒劇法 (Poisonous and Deleterious Substances Control Law) Class 1), Class 8 (corrosives), and Class 9 (miscellaneous).

DG-specific document preparation and review: DGD (Dangerous Goods Declaration), SDS (Safety Data Sheet) review, shipper's certification.

Coordination with bonded DG-licensed warehouses and DG-certified 通関士 (licensed customs specialist).

消防法 storage permit coordination where shipment requires bonded DG storage above threshold.

Outside scope

Class 1 (explosives, including fireworks) — decline. For explosives and pyrotechnics, contact us for a partner-network referral.

Class 7 (radioactive materials) — decline by default; restricted scope.

火薬類取締法 (Explosives Control Law) and 銃刀法 (Firearms and Swords Control Law) covered items — decline.

DG testing or lab analysis (UN classification testing, drop testing, vibration testing) — coordinated via accredited labs, not performed in-house.

Live ammunition or military DG — decline (Aplash holds no defense security clearance).

Sanctioned-country routing — decline.

What we handle by UN class

UN Class	Description	Aplash position
Class 1	Explosives, pyrotechnics, fireworks	Decline — partner-network referral
Class 2	Compressed and liquefied gases	Handle
Class 3	Flammable liquids	Handle
Class 4	Flammable solids, spontaneously combustible	Handle
Class 5	Oxidizers and organic peroxides	Handle
Class 6.1	Toxic substances (outside 毒劇法 Class 1)	Handle
Class 7	Radioactive materials	Decline by default
Class 8	Corrosives	Handle
Class 9	Miscellaneous (lithium routed to dedicated page)	Handle

Pricing band

Standard DG (Class 2 gases, Class 3 flammables, Class 8 corrosives; EAR99; single-class shipment): from $2,800 per shipment + customs duties and consumption tax (pass-through). Complex DG (multi-class, Class 6.1 toxic substances, 消防法 storage permit required): from $4,800 per shipment.

Customs duties and Japanese consumption tax (JCT) pass through at cost. Aplash earns no margin on the goods, only on the service.

Frequently asked questions

Can I ship lithium batteries to Japan?

Lithium batteries have their own regulatory regime (UN38.3 testing, IATA Section II vs Section IA). See the dedicated Lithium Battery IOR page for process and pricing.

What is a DGD?

A Dangerous Goods Declaration is the shipper-prepared compliance document that accompanies any IATA DGR or IMDG-classified shipment. Aplash reviews and validates the DGD before customs filing to prevent border holds.

Do I need a 消防法 (Fire Service Act) storage permit?

Required when bonded storage volume exceeds the per-class threshold in the Fire Service Act schedule. Aplash coordinates the permit application and registered handler appointment with our local partner network.

Can Aplash IOR for fireworks or explosives?

No. Class 1 explosives, including pyrotechnics and fireworks, fall outside Aplash's IOR scope. We can refer the inquiry to a specialist with the relevant 火薬類取締法 (Explosives Control Law) handler licensing.

What SDS format does Japan accept?

Japan follows the JIS Z 7253:2019 standard (GHS-aligned). Aplash reviews and, where needed, prepares Japan-format SDS in bilingual English and Japanese before the shipment is filed.