Addendum I to the 2026 IATA DGR Released

Posted on 12/5/2025 by Lion Technology Inc.

IATA released its first Addendum to the 2026 Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR), the 67th Edition. IATA issues these updates to the DGR each year to correct errors, add or remove restrictions, and clarify the regulations. The 67th Edition IATA DGR enters into effect on January 1, 2026.

Revised subsection 1.2.7.1 to update references and exceptions.
Revised paragraph numbering in subsection 2.3.3.2 Spare Lithium Batteries
Amended List of Dangerous Goods (Section 4.2) to add entries for some electric detonators (UN 0030, UN 0255, and UN 0456)
Amended Special Provision A116 (Section 4.4) to correct a regulatory reference.
Amended rules for marking packages containing sodium ion cells or batteries (UN 3551) in subsection 7.1.5.5.2.
Revised subsection 8.1.6.9.4 Fourth Sequence—Authorizations to correct regulatory references.
Revised subsection 8.2.3 Shipper’s Declaration Not Required for clarification.

View: Addendum I to the 2026 IATA DGR

Significant Changes to the 2026 IATA DGR

For details about significant changes in the 2026 Dangerous Goods Regulations for hazmat air shippers and noteworthy revisions for lithium battery air shippers, see this blog:

What’s New in the 2026 IATA DGR?

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