Promoting the Growth and Development for the safe, secure and efficient transportation of dangerous goods.

COSTHA is a dynamic organization representing those associated with the hazardous materials/dangerous goods transportation industry, including:

manufacturers
shippers
distributors
carriers by all modes

freight forwarders
trainers
packaging manufacturers
others

COSTHA and its members promote regulatory compliance and the safe, secure and efficient transportation of dangerous goods transport.

Founded in 1972, COSTHA provides its members with an environment that encourages and promotes growth and development of its members as Hazardous Materials Professionals.

COSTHA members set the agenda and determine priorities that serve the common good of the companies and professionals in our industry.

Regulatory Review
Communication & Analysis
Networking
Partnerships & BMP
Advocacy
Conferences and Meetings

To learn more about COSTHA Membership, click here.

2010 Annual Forum

Mark Your Calendars -

April 25-28, 2010

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

St. Petersburg, Florida

Enhancing The Image of the DG Professional

Blueprint for Success

With its strategic plan, Blueprint for Success, COSTHA, members and partner organizations are elevating the recognition of the critical function of the Hazardous Materials/Dangerous Goods Professional.
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Reverse Logistics Initiative

Background Statement
Substances and articles regulated by Title 49 of the Code of Federal regulations (49 CFR) as hazardous materials are distributed from manufacturing facilities to various wholesale and retail outlets for sale to consumers. Many of these products meet the classification criteria of ORM-D and are shipped under the proper shipping name Consumer Commodity. Some of these products exceed the quantities authorized as consumer commodities and are packaged, marked, labeled and transported in accordance with applicable regulations. Some products are distributed as authorized under the terms of a DOT Exemption.
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