Dangerous goods
Dangerous Goods Class 6.2 — Infectious Substance
Last updated: 6 Jul 2026Reviewed by Ms. Rubab Nizami, Lead AVSEC Faculty
In short
Dangerous-goods Class 6.2 is infectious substance. Substances known or expected to contain pathogens, such as some medical and laboratory samples. Its hazard label is a white diamond showing a biohazard.
- Class
- 6.2
- Label colour
- White
- Symbol
- Biohazard
- Passenger baggage
- Forbidden in passenger baggage.
What are examples of Class 6.2?
Examples include UN 2814 Infectious substance, affecting humans, UN 3373 Biological substance, Category B. Substances known or expected to contain pathogens, such as some medical and laboratory samples.
How is Class 6.2 handled and labelled?
Handled under strict controls; the label is a white diamond with a biohazard symbol. For passengers: forbidden in passenger baggage.