Cargo ClassificationFMCSA: hm_ind

Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)

Regulated Chemicals, Gases & Flammables

Find Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) Carriers

Substances designated hazardous under 49 CFR Part 172 requiring specialized safety placards and driver endorsements.

FMCSA Mandatory Compliance Rules

  • PHMSA Hazmat Registration
  • BMC-91X $1M - $5M Liability Filing
  • Hazmat Endorsed Drivers (CDL-H)

Standard Transport Equipment

TankerCompatible
Placarded Dry VanCompatible
Specialized FlatbedCompatible
Verifying Carrier Cargo Endorsements on SAFER:

Carriers must declare their authorized cargo classifications on Box 24 of Form MCS-150. When verifying a carrier on TransportTrace, inspect the Equipment & Cargo tab to verify active commodity registration.