IATA seeks stronger controls over dangerous air cargo

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for stronger controls over dangerous air cargo, citing concerns over undeclared and misdeclared hazardous materials. According to IATA, about 80% of dangerous goods incidents reported to them in the first half of 2025 involved undeclared or hidden hazardous materials.

While security screening remains an important layer of protection, IATA emphasizes that it is not designed to detect the full range of dangerous goods and should not be treated as the primary solution. The association stresses the need for a comprehensive multi-layer approach, beginning as far upstream as possible in the supply chain, involving all stakeholders, including governments, manufacturers, online marketplaces, shippers, freight forwarders, postal operators, airlines, and ground handlers.

IATA's white paper outlines measures to strengthen controls and prevent undeclared dangerous goods from entering the air cargo system.

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