Air Freight Case Study: BSR X5 Racing Kart to India
How we successfully shipped dangerous goods (Class 9 - lithium batteries) racing kart from Liepaja to Chennai, India using cargo aircraft only
Shipment Details
Transport Route
Liepāja
Latvia
Collection Point
Chennai
India
Final Destination
Master Carrier: DHL Aviation (European Air Transport Leipzig)
Route: RIX → CPH → LEJ → BAH → MAA
Flights: QY5781 / QY5155
Dangerous Goods Documentation
Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods
- UN Number: UN3481
- Proper Shipping Name: Lithium ion batteries contained in equipment
- Class: 9
- Packing Instruction: PI 967
Packaging Requirements
- • 2x Fibreboard boxes (33 kg battery weight each)
- • OVERPACK used
- • NON-STACKABLE marking
- • Class 9 hazard labels
- • Cargo Aircraft Only labels
Key Challenges & Solutions
Dangerous Goods Classification
Racing kart contains lithium ion batteries requiring full dangerous goods documentation and handling per IATA DGR regulations. Our certified DG specialists ensured compliance.
Cargo Aircraft Only Routing
Lithium battery capacity required cargo aircraft only transport. DHL Aviation provided compliant routing through Leipzig cargo hub.
Custom Packaging Solution
Racing kart was secured on steel rig and wrapped in protective stretch film, ensuring safe transport and compliance with non-stackable cargo requirements.
Export & Import Customs
Full customs clearance in Latvia (export) and India (import) with correct HS code 87038010 for vehicles.
Project Photo Gallery
Racing kart packed on steel rig
House Air Waybill (HAWB)
Master Air Waybill (MAWB)
Project Statistics
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