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Carrier

Find out more about the responsibilities of a Carrier under the Biological Agents and Toxins Act.

Last updated on 31 October 2026

General

A Carrier, under Part 5 Division 2 of the Biological Agents and Toxins Act (opens in new tab) (BATA), is an entity or individual (a transferor or transferee) who undertakes the transportation of the following in Singapore:

  1. First Schedule biological agents.

  2. Second Schedule biological agents.

  3. Third Schedule biological agents (aggregating 10 litres or more per conveyance at any one time.

  4. Fifth Schedule toxins.

Duties and Obligations

Carriers must:

  1. Ensure proper packaging and labelling of biological agents/toxins to safeguard the driver, public and environment.

  2. Ensure that drivers are trained in managing accidents involving biohazardous materials.

  3. Use conveyances affixed with biohazard and/or toxin warning labels. Public transport is prohibited to be used for transporting biological agents/toxins.

  4. Avoid unreasonable delays during transportation.

Carriers transporting First, Second and Third Schedule biological agents or Fifth Schedule toxins must also comply with the Biological Agents and Toxins (Transportation) Regulations (opens in new tab). Details can be found under “Additional requirements” at Transportation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common queries on the FAQ page.

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