AISE Transport Guidelines Vol1

Association Internationale de la Savonnerie, de la Détergence et des Produits d'Entretien

INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORTATION

GUIDELINES

Volume I

Carriage by Sea (IMDG)

April 1999

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AISE SEA GUIDE 1999 2

THE SHIPMENT OF SOAP AND DEGERGENT AND MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS BY SEA A GUIDE TO THE IMDG CODE as amended up to and including Amendment 29-98 (effective on 1st January 1999 with 6 months transition until 1st July 1999) The International Maritime Dangerous goods (IMDG) Code is published by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and is designed to assist compliance with the general requirements of Chapter VII of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). The Code contains recommendations which need enforcement by national or regional legislation but which, when adopted, should allow the free passage of dangerous goods through the harmonisation of rules. It is based upon the UN Recommendations relating to the Transport of Dangerous Goods and is subject to periodical amendment as recommended by the IMO sub-committee on the Carriage of Dangerous Goods and approved by the Maritime Safety Committee. Shippers are required to identify products which are classed as dangerous, package them in UN certified packagings unless exemptions are granted, mark and label each package and provide a proper declaration of the contents of each consignment. Shipowners and masters are required to stow consignments according to segregation rules which apply to loose cargo, freight containers and Ro/Ro traffic. Shippers need to be aware of these rules so that they can avoid packing or offering products or packages which contravene these rules. These guidelines are designed to assist shippers to meet their obligations under maritime law. Recommendations in these guidelines are given in good faith but AISE can accept no responsibility for their accuracy in respect of individual products. NOTE: This guide tries to deal with classes and products which particularly affect this industry but inevitably cannot deal with every every situation. Users are, therefore, reminded that reference to the IMDG Code is advisable. The guide is divided into two parts;

Part 1 gives an outline of the code and explains the general rules for classification, marking, labelling and packaging. Part 2 applies the rules of Part 1 to groups of products which make up the largest part of the production of this industry.

For many products, therefore, shippers should be able to obtain from Part 2 all the information needed for compliance with the IMDG Code. For products not covered by Part 2 shippers should refer to Part 1. Some guidance is also provided for freight containers, portable Tanks and Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs).


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PART 1: Introduction __________________ This part of the guide provides general information on classification, identification, packaging, marking and labelling, placarding vehicles and freight containers, and adds some guidance about documentation and segregation. It provides a general outline of the main features of the IMDG Code and sufficient detail to supplement the action sheets in Part 2. Although it gives a summary of the main conditions of the Code and should provide an understanding of the principle features it cannot be used to categorise particular substances and reference to the full IMDG Code is essential, However, the following procedure, with the help from the guide sections, should help the shipper to arrive at a decision without the necessity of reading the whole Code. Guideline Sections 1. Complete the data sheet - Appendix 1 1, 2 & 4 2. If the product is a single named substance, look for the name of the substance in the index of the Code. 3 2.1 The index will provide all essential details including the IMDG page number 3 2.2 The page will provide known details of any product, and any special packaging requirements (for Proper Shipping Name - refer to the Code Index) 5.1 3. Apply the data sheet information to the decision route chart Appendix 7 5 4. For packaging follow the instruction on the IMDG page for the chosen entry or, if there is no special instruction, use the 9 packagings given in the general table for the main Class App. 8, 9, 10 & 11 4.1 Consider the possibility of shipping under Limited Quantity Provisions 10 4.2 If in portable tanks see 14 4.3 If in IBCs see 15 5. Label as indicated on the appropriate IMDG page 6 6. Mark with Proper Shipping Name, UN Number and Marine Pollutant mark if appropriate 6 7. Complete a hazardous declaration as requested 8 & App. 14 8. If in freight containers or Ro/Ro vehicles see 13 8.1 Check placarding and marking 7


PART 1: Contents 1. CLASSIFICATION 1.1 Classes 1.2 Classes of special interest 1.3 Products with more than one hazard 1.4 Packing Groups 1.5 Data assembly

2. CLASSIFICATION CRITERIA 2.1 Flammable Liquids - Class 3 2.1.1 Viscous liquids as solids 2.1.2 Definition of non-flammable 2.2 Oxidising Substances Class 5.1 2.3 Organic Peroxides Class 5.2 2.4 Toxic Substances Class 6.1 2.5 Corrosive substances Class 8 2.6 Pollutants

3. IDENTIFICATION 3.1 Single substances 3.2 Generic entries 3.3 "End use" entries 3.4 Products comprising 100 per cent of a single substance 3.5 N.O.S.entries 3.6 Preparations having more than one hazard 3.7 Preparations having one hazardous substance with non-hazardous substances 3.8 Decision route 3.9 Marine Pollutants 3.10 Empty packagings 4. PACKING GROUPS 4.1 Single substances 4.2 Preparations, mixtures and solutions 5. PROPER SHIPPING NAME 5.1 Definition of Proper Shipping Name 5.2 Preparations having one hazardous substance with non-hazardous substances 5.3 Preparations with more than one hazardous substance 5.4 Marine Pollutants 5.5 Aerosols 5.6 Limited Quantities 6. MARKING AND LABELLING - PACKAGES, UNIT LOADS AND OVERPACKS 6.1 Package marking and labelling 6.1.1 Durable marks and labels 6.1.2 Packages in unit loads and overpacks 6.1.3 Limited Quantities 6.1.4 Marine pollutant mark 6.1.5 Marks and labels on unit loads and overpacks 6.2 Subsidiary risk label 6.3 Aerosols 6.4 Design and size of labels and marks 6.5 Empty receptacles.


6.6 Salvage packagings 7. PLACARDING AND MARKING - TRANSPORT UNITS 7.1 Placards 7.1.1 Exemptions 7.1.2 Subsidiary risk placards 7.1.3 Limited Quantities 7.1.4 Durable marks and placards 7.2 Marine Pollutant mark 7.3 Placards and marks display 7.4 UN number display 7.4.1 UN number specification 7.5 Proper Shipping Name display 7.6 Removal of placards and marks 7.7 Empty receptacles 8 DOCUMENTATION 8.1 Declaration 8.2 Information to be provided 8.2.1 Sequence for information 8.2.2 Listing dangerous and non-dangerous goods 8.2.3 Other information 8.3 Declaration 8.3.1 Responsibility for the declaration 8.4 Container or vehicle packing certificate 8.4.1 Responsibility for packing 9. PACKING 9.1 Permitted packagings 9.1.1 Salvage packagings 9.2 UN certified packagings 9.3 Combination packaging for Limited Quantities 9.4 Packagings of 5 litres and below for Paints, Inks, Adhesives and Resin Solutions 9.5 General requirements 9.6 Packaging styles 9.7 General specifications 9.8 Tests and preparation 9.8.1 Data required for testing and selection 9.9 Certified package marking 9.10 Packagings approved for RID/ADR 9.11 Marks and their meanings 9.11.1 Reused, Remanufactured and reconditioned packagings 9.11.2 Position and size of marks 9.11.3 Thickness markings 9.11.4 Examples of markings 10. LIMITED QUANTITIES PROVISIONS 10.1 Inner packaging limits 10.2 Outer packaging limits 10.3 Labels 10.4 Markings 10.5 Marking cargo transport units 11. UNIT LOADS and OVERPACKS 11.1 Definition of Unit Load


11.2 Construction of a unit load 11.3 Definition of Overpack 11.4 Marking and labelling conditions for packages in the unit or overpack 11.5 Units for packagings of 5 litre and below for Paint, Ink, Adhesives and Resin Solution 12. SEGREGATION 12.1 Purpose 12.2 Restriction on shipment 12.3 Effect on Class 3 12.4 Influence of secondary risk 12.5 Effect on other classes 12.6 Effect on individual products 12.7 Derogations 12.8 Limited Quantities 13. FREIGHT CONTAINERS AND Ro/Ro VEHICLES 13.1 Packages and markings 13.2 Container and vehicle marking 13.3 Segregation 13.4 Securing packages 13.5 Drum stowage 13.6 Part dangerous loads 13.7 Documentation 13.8 Packing Cargo Transport Units (CTUs) 14. PORTABLE TANKS 14.1 Definition 14.2 Construction 14.3 Permitted products 15. IBCs 15.1 Definitions 15.2 Testing and marking 15.3 Secondary protection 15.4 Suitable substances APPENDICES App.1 Data assembly sheet App.2 Viscosity, flashpoint and solvent separation test App.3 Combustibility App.4 Classification and packing groups Class 3 App.5 Classification and packing groups Classes 6.1 and 8 App.6 Precedence table App.7 Decision route chart App.8 Packages permitted for Class 3 App.9 Packages permitted for Class 5.1 App.10 Packages permitted for Class 6.1 App.11 Packages permitted for Class 8 App.12 Labels App.13 Placards and Marine Pollutant mark App.14 Sample document


1. CLASSIFICATION 1.1 Products must be allocated to one of the following classes according to the criteria

provided in the Code..

Class 1 Explosives Class 2 Gases: compressed, liquefied or dissolved under pressure Class 3 Flammable Liquids Class 4.1 Flammable Solids 4.2 Substances liable to spontaneous combustion 4.3 Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases Class 5.1 Oxidising substances

5.2 Organic Peroxides Class 6.1 Toxic substances

6.2 Infectious substances Class 7 Radioactive materials Class 8 Corrosive substances Class 9 Miscellaneous dangerous substances

1.2 Generally products of interest to the industry will belong to Classes 3, 5.1, 5.2, 6.1,

8. Reference in this guide is also made to Aerosols which are in Class 2. Marine Pollutants of Class 9 are also mentioned. 1.3 For products having more than one hazard the Primary and Secondary hazards are

established by reference to the precedence table. (Appendix 6) 1.4 Products of each class are subdivided into Packing Groups. These groups are taken

into account when deciding the primary and secondary hazard using the precedence table.

1.5 Guidance to the assembly of essential data is given in Appendix 1. 2. CRITERIA FOR CLASSIFICATION 2.1 Flammable Liquids:

Class 3 is divided into; 3.1 below -180C (flashpoint closed cup) 3.2 -180C up to but not including 230C (flashpoint closed cup) 3.3 230C up to and including 610C (flashpoint closed cup)

2.1.1 A viscous substance which is determined to be solid by application of the ASTM D 4359-90 test or the Pentrometer Test in Appendix A.3 of Annex A of ADR

(see IMDG 5.1.10) would not be treated as Class 3 but the criteria of 4.1 should then be applied.

2.1.2 A liquid is not considered to be flammable if: (a) the flashpoint is above 610C or (b) it has a flashpoint above 350C and passes the combustibility test (App 3),

or (c) it has a fire point greater than 1000C according to ISO 2592, or (d) it is a miscible solution with water content greater than 90 % by mass.


2.2 Oxidising Substances: Class 5.1 The IMDG Code provides for different mixtures and solutions of Hydrogen Peroxide which are of special interest but for the classification of other mixtures and solutions reference should be made to Chapter 2.5 of the United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods.

2.3 Organic Peroxides: Class 5.2 Products produced by the industry are usually mixtures which are classified according to the Organic Peroxide content. It is essential to refer to the Organic Peroxide entry in the IMDG Code as the range of Organic Peroxides is too great to produce in this guide.

2.4 Toxic Substances: Class 6.1

Substances liable either to cause death or serious injury or to harm human health if swallowed or inhaled, or by skin contact. (Appendix 5).

2.5 Corrosive Substances: Class 8

Substances which cause damage to living tissue or may cause damage to other cargo or to the ship. (Appendix 5)

2.6 Marine Pollutants

Certain substances have been classified as POLLUTANTS or SEVERE POLLUTANTS . If the substance is not classified under Classes 1 to 8 it will be classified under Class 9. (see 3.9) Mixtures and solutions containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutants or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutants are considered to be Pollutants.

Note: A list of Pollutants has been extracted from the index to the IMDG Code and is available as a supplement to this guide.

3. IDENTIFICATION

When the hazards have been identified choose an entry from those in the General Index of the IMDG Code which represents most closely the product and hazards which have been identified. The entry will show the UN Number and IMDG page which relates to that product. The IMDG page contains the individual schedule on which all the relevant information about the product is shown.

3.1 Most single substances are listed by name and the hazards are quoted. 3.2 There are a number of generic entries which are provided to cover substances which

are not listed. 3.3 "End use" substances such as Paint and Inks are not considered to be generic entries. 3.4 A preparation which is 100 per cent of one substance must be classified as that

substance. (e.g. a floor polish thinner which is 100 per cent White Spirit must be trated as

UN 1300 Turpentine Substitute and NOT as UN 1263 Paint Related Material). 3.5 A substance or preparation which is not listed by name or which is not described by a

generic entry (e.g. Hypochlorite Solution UN 1791 or Fluorosilicates N.O.S UN


2856) should be allocated to a general N.O.S. (not otherwise specified) entry appropriate to its hazard(s).

3.6 For a preparation containing more than one dangerous substance and which has more

than one hazard it is necessary to identify the hazard which takes priority by reference to the precedence table. (Appendix 6)

3.7 A mixture or solution containing a dangerous substance identified by name in the

Code and one or more non dangerous substances should be identified as the named substance(s) except when:

(a) the solution or mixture is specifically listed, or (b) the schedule for the named substance specifically states that it applies only to the pure or technically pure substance, or

(c) the class, physical state or packaging group of the solution or mixture is not the same as that of the dangerous substances, or

(d) there is significant change in the measures to be taken in an emergency. (see IMDG 5.3.1)

3.8 See Appendix 7 for the decision route chart. 3.9 If a substance or solution or mixture has been identified as a MARINE

POLLUTANT or SEVERE MARINE POLLUTANT (see 2.6) but is already classified in Classes 1 to 8 it will retain its original identity but if it is not already classified it should be identified as Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Liquid N.O.S. UN 3082 or Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Solid N.O.S. UN 3077 in Class 9.

3.10 Empty but uncleaned receptacles which contain a residue of their contents must be

identified according to their original contents unless the hazards of the residue have been nullified.

4. Packing Groups For packing purposes all substances are sub-divided into: Group I High Risk Group II Medium Risk Group III Low Risk 4.1 The packing group for single substances is given in the individual schedule for that

substance which appears on the IMDG page. (see 3.) 4.2 The packing group for preparations, mixtures and solutions in Classes 3, 6.1 and 8

needs to be calculated according to the criteria in Appendix 4 and Appendix 5. For other classes see the IMDG Code.


5. PROPER SHIPPING NAME 5.1 The Proper Shipping Name is a name in capital letters which is shown in General

Index of the Code under "Substance or Article" and is followed immediately by the IMDG page number.

Example: Isopropanol is correct as the entry under "IMDG Code page" is "3244" Isopropyl Alcohol is correct as the entry under "IMDG Code page"

is "3244" . Isopropyl Bromide is wrong as the entry under "IMDG Code page"

is "see 3189" Where a name requires the addition of constituents. (e.g. Flammable Liquids N.O.S. (........) ), the Proper Name is a combination of both parts. 5.2 A solution or mixture containing one dangerous substance and one or more non-

dangerous substances should be identified by the name of the dangerous substance with the addition of the qualifying word "SOLUTION" or "MIXTURE"

(e.g. ISOPROPANOL SOLUTION"), unless that particular mixture is specifically listed or there is a change in its characteristics (see 3.7)

(e.g. A mixture of Ethanol and a non-dangerous substance would be ETHANOL SOLUTION (or MIXTURE) unless it could be described as a perfumery product, in which case it would be PERFUMERY PRODUCTS)

5.3 If a solution or mixture comprising more than one dangerous substance is not

specifically listed (see 3.7) it should be entered as an N.O.S. entry. If the chosen entry is listed in IMDG 7.1.13 the names of not more than two of the dangerous ingredients should be added in brackets.

(e.g. a mixture containing Hydrofluoric Acid and Sulphuric Acid might be UN3264 CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC N.O.S. (Hydrofluoric

Acid and Sulphuric Acid) unless it met the conditions of UN 1786 HYDROFLUORIC ACID AND SULPHURIC ACID MIXTURE..

If a subsidiary risk label is required, one of the names should be the name of the constituent which leads to the use of this label. (see 6.2)

5.4 A substance identified as Environmentally Hazardous Substance N.O.S. in Class 9 (i.e. a Marine pollutant) must have the appropriate name added in brackets.

(e.g. Coal Tar Creosote would be named ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID N.O.S. (Creosote (Coal Tar)).

If a substance is identified as an N.O.S. entry under Class 1 to 8 and as a Marine Pollutant, one of the names in brackets should be that of the constituent listed as a pollutant.

5.5 The Proper Shipping Name for Aerosols is: AEROSOLS 5.6 The Proper Shipping Name for goods in limited quantities is either that described in

5.1 to 5.4 or "Dangerous goods in Limited Quantities of Class/Classes...". (see 8.2(c) and 10.4)


6. MARKING AND LABELLING PACKAGES, UNIT LOADS AND OVERPACKS 6.1 Each package should bear: mark/label (a) the Proper Shipping Name of the contents (see 5) mark (b) the UN number preceded by the letters "UN" mark (c) the Hazard Warning Label(s) (App.12) label (d) the Marine Pollutant Mark, if appropriate (App.13) mark 6.1.1 The marks and labels must be durable (i.e. they must be identifiable on packages

surviving at least three months in the sea). Account should be taken of the durability of the packaging material and of the surface of the package.

6.1.2 Each package making up a unit load, contained in an overpack or packed into a

freight container or vehicle should be marked and labelled. (see 11.1, 11.3 and 13.1) 6.1.3 Hazard labels are not required for packages containing goods shipped under the

Limited Quantities Provisions. (see 10.3) 6.1.4 The Marine Pollutant mark is not required on: (i) packages containing Pollutants in inner packagings with contents; liquids - 5 litres or less solids - 5 kilos or less (ii) packages containing Severe Pollutants in inner packagings with contents; liquids - 0.5 litres or less solids - 500 grams or less 6.1.5 Unit loads and overpacks should display the marks and labels displayed on the

packages unless the package marks and labels are visible (see 11.3) 6.2 Subsidiary hazard labels should be applied as prescribed for the substance or

preparation. Substances of Class 8 need not carry a subsidiary Class 6.1 label if the "toxicity" arises solely from the destructive effect on tissue. NOTE: the constituent causing the subsidiary risk should be named if the substance is an N.O.S. entry. (see 5.3) 6.3 Aerosols of Class 2 must be marked UN 1950 AEROSOLS and labelled according to

the properties. Aerosols below 1000mls do not require a hazard label (see 10 Limited Quantities).

6.4 Labels and the Marine Pollutant mark should comply with the illustrations shown in

Appendix 12. Proper Shipping Names have no specified size or design but it is recommended that

they should be readable at a reasonable distance in an emergency. 6.5 Nominally empty receptacles containing residues of the original contents (see 3.10)

must be marked and labelled as for the original contents. 6.6 Salvage packagings (see 9.1.1) must be marked SALVAGE and show the proper

shipping name(s) and UN number(s) for all the dangerous goods contained.


7. PLACARDING AND MARKING - TRANSPORT UNITS A transport unit is (a) a road freight vehicle (b) a railway freight wagon (c) a freight container (d) a road tank vehicle (e) a railway tank wagon (f) a portable tank 7.1 Enlarged labels (placards) (see App 11 & 12) corresponding to labels on packages in

the unit should be displayed on the unit (see 7.3). 7.1.1 Placards are not needed if labels on packages, unit loads or overpacks are visible 7.1.2 Subsidiary risk placards are required according to the rules for labels. (see 6.2) 7.1.3 Placards are not required on cargo transport units if the load consists only of

dangerous goods in Limited Quantities but, in that case, the unit should be suitably marked with the words "LIMITED QUANTITIES". (see 10.5)

7.1.4 Marks and placards must remain identifiable on units after at least 3 months in the

sea. 7.2 An enlarged Marine Pollutant mark (App.12) should be displayed when a unit

contains Marine Pollutants whether or not the mark is required on packages (see 7.3) 7.3 Placards (App.12) and marks (App.13) should be displayed as follows: (a) freight container, semi-trailer or portable tank one on each side and one on each

end (b) railway wagon at least on each side (c) multiple compartment tank along each side of each

compartment (d) any other cargo transport unit at least on both sides and on the

back 7.4 The UN number should be displayed on: 1. Tank transport units 2. On each side of a multi-compartment tank containing more than one

dangerous substance. 3. Transport units containing a full load of one substance in packages Note: A full load is one comprising substances of only one UN number

with or without non-dangerous goods. 7.4.1 The UN number must be displayed in black digits not less than 65mms high either

against a white background in the lower half of the class placard or on an orange rectangular panel not less than 120mms high and 300mms wide with a 10mm black border, immediately adjacent to the placard (App.13).

7.5 The Proper Shipping Name of the contents should be displayed on: 1. Tank transport units 2. Transport units containing a full load of one substance in packages if no

placard or pollutant mark is required.


Note: A full load is one comprising substances of only one UN number with or without non-dangerous goods.

7.6 Placards, marks and orange panels must be removed when all dangerous goods have

been removed. 7.7 If empty uncleaned receptacles are identified (see 3.10) and labelled and marked

(see 6.5) the container, wagon or vehicle must also be placarded and marked. 8. DOCUMENTATION 8.1 The document used for the declaration of dangerous goods may take various forms

according to the regulations of the country of exit although it will generally follow the pattern given in the IMDG Code (App.14).

8.2 The following basic information is required on the document:- (a) Proper Shipping Name.

In the case of goods shipped under the Limited Quantities provisions add the words "limited quantity",

(b) Hazard Class (class name may also be quoted), and division where applicable.

(c) UN number (not required if the Proper Shipping Name is "dangerous goods in limited quantities of Class/Classes" (see 5.6 and 10.4). (d) Packaging Group (e) for empty packagings, including portable tanks, which have a residue of the contents add the words "EMPTY UNCLEANED" or "RESIDUE - LAST CONTAINED" before or after the proper shipping name. (f) for waste material the proper shipping name should be preceded by "WASTE". (g) the number and kind of packages and total quantity of dangerous goods

covered by each description, by weight and volume. (h) minimum flashpoint if 610C or below. (i) subsidiary hazards not communicated in the proper shipping name. (j) identification of the goods as "MARINE POLLUTANT", if applicable. (k) for Class 5.2 Organic Peroxide, control and emergency temperature, if applied, (l) for goods in salvage packagings add "SALVAGE PACKAGING" (m) other information as required by national authorities. 8.2.1 The order in which the information appears on the document is optional except that

the Proper Shipping Name, Class, UN number and Packaging Group should appear in that sequence.

for example: CRESOLS, LIQUID, class 6.1, UN 2076, II, MARINE POLLUTANT. Sub risks should be indicated by class number or name. for example: METHANOL, class 3, UN 1230, II, (6.1) 8.2.2 If both dangerous and non-dangerous goods are listed in one document, dangerous

goods should always be listed first or otherwise emphasised. 8.2.3 In addition, shippers are often asked for; (a) the IMDG number (the number of the page in the IMDG Code on which details of the product is displayed). Note: The IMDG page number may be confused with the UN number and should

not appear on the document (see IMDG 9.3) (b) the MFAG (Medical First Aid) and EmS (Emergency Schedule) numbers

(these


are quoted against entries in the index of the IMDG Code). Note:If MFAG and/or the EmS numbers are not shown against the entry being

declared, the shipper may be asked for one. If the shipper has no access to the MFAG or EmS publications he should refer to the competent authority. The shipper may quote numbers different from those given for generic or N.O.S. entries if he considers another number to be more appropriate.

8.3 A declaration must be signed on behalf of the shipper that the goods are properly packed, marked and labelled, and in proper conditions for carriage in accordance with the appropriate international and national regulations. Note: If the documentation is presented by Electronic Data Processing (EDP) or

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) the signature may be replaced by the name in capitals of the person authorised to sign.

8.3.1 It may be assumed that whoever signs the declaration accepts responsibility for that

declaration. 8.4 Consignments shipped in freight containers or on flat, trailer or other vehicles must

be accompanied by a container packing certificate or vehicle packing declaration. The container/vehicle/unit identification number(s) should also be indicated.

8.4.1 The person signing the Packing Certificate must be the person controlling the

container/vehicle operation. 9. PACKING 9.1 Permitted packing styles and capacity limits: for Class 3 see App.8 for Class 5.1 see App.9 for Class 5.2 refer to the individual schedules in the IMDG Code for Class 6.1 see App.10 for Class 8 see App.11 for Aerosols of Class 2:

(a) the aerosols must comply with the provisions of the country in which they are filled,

(b) outer packagings: Fibreboard box - maximum gross weight 55 kg

Wooden box - maximum gross weight 125 kg. Shrink or stretch wrapped trays - maximum gross weight 20 kg UN certification is not required. Note: Although the tables (App. 8, 9, 10 and 11) apply to most products in the class

some products are subject to further restrictions quoted on individual schedules. 9.1.1 Salvage packagings may be used for the recovery or disposal or goods which have

spilled or leaked. Larger packagings with suitable camparable certification may also be used for

leaking or damaged packagings. 9.2 All packagings other than those shipped under limited quantities provisions (see 9.3)

or the conditions described in 9.4 must carry UN certification marks (This does not apply to Aerosols (see 9.1))


9.3 Combination packagings permitted under the limited quantities provisions do not need to be certified.

9.4 Metal or Plastics receptacles of 5 litres and below which contain PAINT or PAINT RELATED MATERIAL (UN 1263), PRINTING INK (UN1210), RESIN SOLUTION (UN 1866) or ADHESIVES (UN 1133) with a viscosity in excess of

200 mm2/s need no certification when conveyed as packages in unit loads (see 11.5) or as inners of combination packagings not exceeding a total gross mass of 40 kg.

The closed cargo unit conditions in 11.5 apply to unit loads. 9.5 Packaging generally should:

• have no harmful quantity adhering to the outside, • not cause a dangerous reaction with the contents, • have sufficient ullage space after filling to allow the liquid to expand without distorting the packaging; • the liquid should not completely fill the packaging at 550C, • inner packagings should not be able to leak their contents into the outer packaging, • cushioning materials should be used with inners of glass, porcelain, stoneware and plastic which may be fragile, • cushioning materials should be unaffected by the contents of the packaging if it

should leak, • glass receptacles packed in a wooden box, fibre drum or a fibreboard box should be

surrounded by inert cushioning material. For CLASS 3.1 substances glass receptacles should be surrounded by inert cushioning AND absorbent material,

• vented closures should only be used if escaping gas does not create a hazard and should not allow the escape of liquid.

NOTE specially:

(i) receptacles containing Class 3 liquids should be hermetically sealed, (ii) removable head packagings (i.e. closures greater than 7cms. diameter) should not

be used for the carriage of liquids except by approval of the competent authority. (iii) measures should be taken to avoid excessive movement or damaged or leaking

packages within a salvage packaging. Sufficient absorbent material should be used to eliminate free liquid.

9.6 Packagings may be: "single" - having no additional packaging (e.g. steel drum) "composite" - made up of an inner and an outer layer which cannot be separated (e.g. steel drum with internal plastic lining) "combination" - one or more inner receptacles within an outer and which

can separated and used independently (e.g. tins in a fibreboard box) 9.7 All packagings submitted for testing must conform to a specification given in the

code although an equivalent specification may be accepted by the authorised test station

(see note 2 to 9.11(b)). A packaging certified to bear the "V" mark (e.g. 4GV) (see note 3 to 9.11(b)), will

have been certified to Packaging Group I to contain glass inner receptacle(s). The packaging may be transported with inner(s) no less fragile than the inner(s) used in the test and not exceeding the total capacity of the inner(s) and have a gross weight not exceeding the certified gross weight.


9.8 Packages as prepared for shipment must undergo four design type tests; single/composite combination for liquid for solid with inners Drop YES YES YES Leakage YES NO NO Pressure YES NO NO Stack YES YES YES In addition a suitable leakproofness test should be carried out on every packaging

produced and destined to carry liquids. 9.8.1 For testing or selecting a packaging the following data is needed (see App.1); Liquids Solids packaging group packaging group relative density net mass (weight) vapour pressure generated at 550C -- 9.9 All successfully tested packagings must carry marks which indicate the level of test

for which the packaging has been certified. 9.10 Packagings with UN marks which are acceptable for RID/ADR traffic should be

acceptable under the IMDG Code - RID/ADR, RID or ADR marks are not acceptable.

RID marks and the marks in RID Marginal 1512 for liquids having a viscosity at 230C of 200mm2 /s are acceptable for goods transported in rail wagons on certain routes between the United Kingdom and the continent or the Republic of Ireland.

9.11 Marks and their meanings are:- (a) u or UN n (b) a code number designating the packaging kind. The following Codes are likely to be the most relevant for the industry:- Kind Material Category Code 1 Drums A Steel non-removable head 1A1 ` removable head 1A2 H Plastics non-removable head 1H1 removable head

1H2 3 Jerricans A Steel non-removable head 3A1 removable head 3A2 H Plastics non-removable head 3H1 removable head 3H2 4 Boxes C Natural wood ordinary 4C1 D Plywood 4D G Fibreboard 4G 6 Composites H Plastics receptacle in steel drum 6HA1


NOTES: 1. If other packaging kinds are used, refer to the full list in the IMDG Code, Annex 1,

para. 5.7. No codes other than those assigned in the IMDG Code are permitted. 2. for packagings of equivalent specifications the letter "W" must be added after the

code (see 9.7). 3. special packagings with Packaging Group I certification have the letter "V" added

after the code (see 9.7) 4. Salvage packagings have the letter "T" added after the code.

(c) (i) a letter designating the Packaging Group or Groups for which the design type has been successfully tested: X for Packaging Groups I, II and III Y for Packaging Groups II and III Z for Packaging Group III only; (ii) the relative density, rounded off to the first decimal, for successfully tested single or composite packagings intended to contain liquids;

this may be omitted when the relative density does not exceed 1.2, or the maximum gross mass in kg. for packagings intended to contain solids or inner packagings. (d) either, a letter "S" where the packaging contains solids or inner packagings or, the test pressure in kPa rounded down to the nearest 10 kPa. (e) the last two digits of the year of manufacture, Types 1H and 3H should

also show the month of manufacture. (f) the State authorising the mark, indicated by the international vehicle sign. (g) manufacturer or certification identification as authorised by the competent authority. 9.11.1 Re-used packagings should also carry the marks shown above. Re-manufactured metal drums should be marked as new drums. Reconditioned packagings should carry marks showing: (h) the State in which the reconditioning was carried out (i) the name or authorised symbol of the reconditioner (j) the year of reconditioning, and the letter "R", and the letter "L" for every packaging, which has passed the leakproofness test (see 9.7.8) These marks may be in addition to, or may replace, marks (f) and (g)


9.11.2 Markings should be placed on a packagings in such a location and of such a size so that they may readily visible whilst the package is being transported. For packages of more than 30 kg additional markings should be placed on the top or the side if they cannot be read in their original position.

Note: The month of manufacturer on plastics packagings is often shown on the bottom. This must also be shown alongside the mark which is readily visible.

The size of letters, numerals and symbols on packagings must be: 30 litre/30 kgs and above at least 12 mm high over 5 litres/5 kgs up to 30 litres/30 kgs at least 6 mm high 5 litres/5kgs or less of such a size as to be readable. 9.11.3 Metal drums with a capacity greater than 100 litres should be permanently marked on

the bottom with the information in 9.11 (a) to (e) plus the nominal metal thickness of the body.

If the thickness of either or both ends is less than the body thickness, then that thickness should be quoted.

EXAMPLE: 1.0 - 1.2 - 1.0 OR 0.9 - 1.0 - 1.0

9.11.4 Examples of markings for NEW packagings: UN 4G/Y 145/S/94 NL/VL823 fibreboard box UN 1A1/Y 1.4/160/94 NL/VL824 steel drum to contain liquids UN 1A2/Y 150/S/94 NL/VL825 steel drum to contain solids Example of marking for REMANUFACTURED metal drums UN 1A2/Y/100/94 USA/MM5 steel drum to contain liquids. Example of markings for RECONDITIONED packagings: UN 1A1/Y 1.4/160/93 NL/RB/94 RL steel drum to contain liquids UN 1A2/Y 150/S/93 USA/RB/94 R steel drum to contain solids Example of markings for SALVAGE packagings :- UN 1A2T/Y300/S/94 USA/abc


10. LIMITED QUANTITIES 10.1 Quantity Limitations Class Packaging State Max. qty. per inner Group 2 - Gas 120 mls (metal, glass or plastics) 1000 mls Aerosol Aerosols with a capacity of 50cm3 or less are not considered to be hazardous

3 II liquid 1 litre 3 III` liquid 5 litres 5.1 II liquid/solid 500 g 5.1 III liquid/solid 1 kg 5.2a II solid 100 g 5.2a II liquid 25 mls 5.2b II solid 500 g 5.2b II liquid 125 mls 6.1 II liquid 100 mls 6.1 II solid 500 g 6.1 III liquid 1 litre 6.1 III solid 3 kg 8 II liquid 500 mlsc 8 II solid 1 kg 8 III liquid ` 1 litre 8 III solid 2 kg 9 II solid 3 kg 9 II liquid 1 litre 9 III solid 5 kg 9 III liquid 5 litre a The organic peroxide should be of type B or C and not require temperature control b The organic peroxide should be of type D, E or F and not require temperature control c Glass, porcelain or stoneware inners should be enclosed in a compatible and

rigid intermediate packaging. NOTE: If a substance is a Severe Pollutant the quantity per inner receptacle or

aerosol should not exceed 500mls/500g irrespective of the quantities given in the above table.

NOTE: Mixtures and preparations cannot be Severe Pollutants (see 2.5). 10.2 Combination packagings must be used but not exceeding 30 kg gross weight. Shrink or stretch-wrapped trays may be used but not exceeding 20 kg gross weight. 10.3 Labels need not be applied be applied (see 6.1.3). 10.4 Packages must be marked either with the proper shipping name and UN Number or

with "Dangerous goods in limited quantities of Class/Classes...." (see 5.6). NOTE: Marine Pollutant marks are not required as the permitted package size cannot

exceed the limits set for exemption from marking Marine or Severe Pollutants. NOTE: Products which are packaged and distributed in a form intended or

suitable for sale through retail agencies for household use or personal care are exempt from marking. ("household use" and "personal care" is not defined).


10.5 Transport units carrying dangerous goods only under the Limited Quantities rules must be marked "LIMITED QUANTITIES" (see 7.1.3).

11. UNIT LOADS AND OVERPACKS 11.1 A "unit load" means a number of packages:

(a) placed or stacked on and secured by strapping, shrink-wrapping or other suitable means to a load board such as a pallet;

(b) placed in a protective outer packaging such as a pallet box; (c) permanently secured together in a sling.

11.2 Unit loads must be: • compact • where practical, regularly shaped • secured in a manner unlikely to damage the individual packages • sufficiently strong to withstand repeated handling and to support overstowage • materials used to bond the unit should be compatible with the substances

carried and retain their efficiency when exposed to moisture, extremes of temperature and sunlight

• suitable for mechanical handling. 11.3 An "Overpack" is an enclosure used to contain one or more packages to form one

unit for convenience of handling. An overpack may also be a unit load. 11.4 Packages comprising the unit load or contained in an overpack must meet the

conditions in 6, 9 and 10. Unit loads and Overpacks should bear the same UN numbers, Proper Shipping

Names and Hazard Warnings which appear on the packages making up the unit. (see 6.1.5).

11.5 Metal or Plastics receptacles containing 5 litres or below of PAINT or PAINT

RELATED MATERIAL (UN1263), PRINTING INK (UN1210), RESIN SOLUTION (UN1866) and ADHESIVES (UN1133) with a viscosity at 230C in excess of 200mm2/s are not required to be UN certified and marked (see 9.4) if conveyed as packages in unitised loads provided that the units:

(i) meet the conditions in 11.2 (ii) consist of either a pallet box, or a fibreboard or plastics tray and cover which

completely encloses the packages which are then shrink-wrapped or stretch-wrapped or strapped

(iii) firmly packed and secured in closed* cargo transport units. On Ro/Ro ships, they may be carried on vehicles other than closed vehicles provided they are securely fenced to the full height of the load carried.

Note: * a Closed Transport Unit (or vehicle) is one which totally encloses the contents by permanent structures. Units with fabric sides or tops are not closed units.


12. SEGREGATION 12.1 Because of dangers arising from the proximity of one substance to another of

different hazard the code provides segregation rules for each class. 12.2 In some cases this will preclude the shipment of substances of different classes in the

same freight container or vehicle or may require the separation of packages within the freight container or vehicle. In other cases it will preclude the packing of substances of different classes within the same package.

12.3 The effect on Class 3 substances in conjunction with Classes 5.1, 5.2, 6.1 and 8 is:- (a) no segregation required from Classes 6.1 or 8 (b) must be "separated from" 5.1 or 5.2 (i.e. in a different compartment or, if on ` deck, separated by 6 metres distance). for small quantities in repair kits see Limited Quantities Provisions (10.1) 12.4 Where packages bear a main and sub-risk label the segregation applicable to the

secondary hazard should be applied if it is more stringent that applied for the primary hazard.(see IMDG General Introduction 15.1.9)

12.5 For full segregation instructions involving other classes see IMDG Code Chapter 15

and table 15.1.17. 12.6 Segregation rules for individual products may also be given on the IMDG page for

that product and these take priority over the table 15.1.17 (see 12.5) and the general rules (see 12.3).

12.7 On Ro/Ro ships goods to which "away from" segregation applies may be carried in

the same unit with the approval of the competent authority. (see IMDG General Introduction 17.6.3.1).

12.8 For Limited Quantities the segregation rules apply to the inner packagings within an

outer packaging but do not apply to the packages within unitcargo transport units. 13. FREIGHT CONTAINER AND RO/RO VEHICLES 13.1 Packages, unit loads and overpacks in the transport unit must meet all the packing

conditions (see 9.) and the marking and labelling conditions (see 6.). 13.2 Containers and vehicles must be marked in accordance with 7.. 13.3 The segregation rules of 12. apply. 13.4 Package should be tightly packed within the container or vehicle or be adequately

braced and secured (see 13.8). 13.5 Drums must be stowed in an upright condition unless otherwise authorised by the

competent authority. 13.6 If dangerous goods form only part of the load they should be accessible from the

doors. 13.6.2 If doors are locked, they must be capable of being opened without delay. 13.7 A container packing certificate must be provided (see 8.4)


13.8 See Packing Cargo Units - Section 5 of the Supplement to the IMDG Code. 14. PORTABLE TANKS 14.1 Portable tanks have a capacity exceeding 450 litres and are described as: Type 1 portable tanks Type 2 portable tanks 14.2 For full details of construction see IMDG Code Section 13. 14.3 Tanks may only be used to carry dangerous goods listed in the Appendix to sub-

section 13.1 of the IMDG Code. 15. IBCs 15.1 IBCs have a capacity; not more than 3000 litres for solids and liquids of Packaging Groups II and III. not more than 1.5 cub.metres for solids of Packing Group I in flexible, rigid plastics,

composite, fibreboard or wood. not more than 3 cub. metres for solids of Packing Group I in metal. For full details see IMDG Code Section 26 15.2 Testing and marking is similar to but not identical with packages and varies

according to type. (see IMDG Code Section 26) 15.3 Use of IBCs is subject to the use of secondary protection such as freight containers

or vehicles. Such freight containers or vehicles should have rigid sides or fencing at least to the height of the IBCs.

15.4 The Code provides a list of substances which are suitable for transport in IBCs and

specifies which IBC type is permitted. Liquids: see Appendix 1 to Section 26 of the Code. Solids: see Appendix 2 to Section 26 of the Code.


APPENDIX 1 Data required for classification and packaging (Classes 3, 6.1 and 8) Flammability (see App.2 and 3) Boiling Point...................... 0C if <350C = Group I If Boiling Point is above 350C enter; Flashpoint......................... 0C if <230C = Group II** if >230C to <610C = Group III

if >350C and non-combustible = non-hazardous (see combustibility test App. 3)

If Firepoint is >1000C (to ISO 2592) = non-hazardous If solvent is miscible with water and water content >90% = non-Hazardous

** If Flashpoint is below 230C and is to be carried in a receptacle not exceeding 30 litre capacity, add;

Viscosity............................................................................................................... Solvent Separation................................................................................................. % Class 6.1 Group I or II.......................................................................... % Class 8 Group I or II.......................................................................... % Class 3 Group I + sub-risk Class 6.1 or 8.......................................... (see App.4) ENTER: Packing Group = (calculated in accordance with Appendix 4) Toxicity (see App.5) Oral LD50........................................ if liquid <500 mg/kg = Group * if solid <200mg/kg = Group * Dermal LD50................................... if <1000mg/kg = Group * Inhalation LC50 (Dusts/Mists)........... if <10mg/litre = Group * Inhalation (vapours) of liquids............ if V>1/5 LC50 and LC50 <5000ml/m3 = Group * ENTER: *Highest Packing Group = (calculated in accordance with Appendix 5) Corrosivity (necrosis - see App.5) not more than 3 minutes................... Group I more than 3 min./less than 60 mins... Group II not more than 4 hours...................... Group III ENTER: Packing Group = (see Appendix 5) CLASSIFICATION: (see Hazard Precedence - App.6) CLASS:...............SUB-RISK.............. Apply data to Decision Route (App.7) and identify entry: UN........... If an N.O.S. entry: Name no more than two main hazardous constituents: (Note: if the product is a Marine Pollutant - name the main Pollutant constituent) ....per cent.......................................................hazard.......... ... per cent.......................................................hazard.......... identify Proper Shipping Name:.................................................. For Package testing (see 9.8.1) enter: for liquid: Packing Group.....Relative Density......Vapour Pressure..... for solid: Packing Group.....Net mass......


APPENDIX 2 Methods of Test Viscosity: The flowtime in seconds is determined at 230C using the ISO standard cup

with a 4mm jet (ISO-2431-84). Where the flowtime exceeds 100 seconds, a second test is carried out using the ISO standard cup but modified to take a jet of 6mm diameter. (see also App. 4)

Flashpoint: The closed cup flashpoint is determined according to the ISO method ISO R1523-1983 for paint and varnishes. Where the temperature of the flashpoint is too low for the use of water in the water bath the following

modifications should be made:

1.Use ethylene glycol in the water bath or other suitable similar receptacle. 2. Where appropriate, a refrigerator may be used to cool the sample and

apparatus to below the anticipated flashpoint, as required by the method. Where lower temperatures than are attainable in this manner are necessary, the equipment should be cooled to a suitable temperature by, for example, the slow addition of solid carbon dioxide to the ethylene glycol. The sample should be similarly cooled in a separate container of ethylene glycol.

3. In order to obtain reliable flashpoints, it is important that the

recommended rate of the temperature rise for the sample during testing is not exceeded. Depending on the size of the water bath and the amount of ethylene glycol it contains, it may be necessary partially to insulate the water to achieve a slow enough rate of temperature rise.

Solvent Separation: This test is carried out at 230C using a 100ml measuring cylinder of the

stoppered type of approximately 25cm total height and of a uniform internal diameter of approximately 3cm over the calibrated section. The paint should be stirred to obtain a uniform consistency, and poured in up to the 100ml mark. The stopper should be inserted and the cylinder left standing undisturbed for 24 hours. After 24 hours, the height of the upper separated layer should be measured and the percentage of this layer as compared with the total height of the sample calculated.


APPENDIX 3 (Note:This is taken from UN Manual of Tests & Procedures Sub-section 32.5.2 to which reference is recommended for verification. Methods of Testing for Combustibility The method describes a procedure for determining if the substance when heated under the test conditions and exposed to an external source of flame applied in a standard manner sustains combustion. Principle of the method: A metal block with a concave depression (test portion well) is heated to a specified temperature. A specified volume of the substance under test is transferred to the well and its ability to sustain combustion is note after application and subsequent removal of a standard flame under specified conditions. Apparatus: A combustibility tester consisting of a block of aluminium alloy or other corrosion-resistant metal of high thermal conductivity is used. The block has a concave well and a pocket drilled to take a thermometer. A small gas jet assembly on a swivel is attached to the block. The handle and gas inlet for the gas jet may be fitted at any convenient angle to the gas jet. A suitable apparatus is shown in Fig.5.1 (see above) and the essential dimensions are given in Fig. 5.1 and 5.2 (see above). The following equipment is needed. (a) Gauge, for checking that the height of the centre of the gas jet above the top of the test portion well is 2.2 mm. (b) Thermometer, mercury in glass, for horizontal operation, with a sensitivity not less than 1mm/0C, or other measuring device of equivalent sensitivity permitting reading at 0.50C intervals. When in position in the block, the thermometer bulb should be surrounded with thermally conducting thermoplastic compound; (c) Hotplate, fitted with a temperature-control device. (Other types of apparatus with suitable temperature-control facilities may be employed to heat the metal block); (d) Stopwatch, or other suitable timing device; (e) Syringe, capable of delivering 2 ml to an accuracy of + 0.1 ml; and (f) Fuel source, butane test fuel. Sampling: The sample should be representative of the substance to be tested and should be supplied and kept in a tightly closed container prior to test. Because of the possibility of loss of volatile constituents, the sample should receive only the minimum treatment to ensure its homogeneity. After removing each test portion, the sample container should be immediately closed tightly to ensure that no volatile components escape from the container; if this closure is incomplete, an entirely new sample should be taken. Procedure: Carry out the determination in triplicate. Warning - Do not carry out the test in a small confined area ( for example a glove box), because of the hazard of explosions. (a) It is essential that the apparatus is set up in a completely draft-free area (see warning) and in the absence of strong light to facilitate observation of the flash, flame, etc.. (b) Place the metal block on the hotplate or heat the metal block by other suitable means so that its temperature, as indicated by the thermometer placed in the metal block , is maintained


at the specified temperature within a tolerance of + 10C. The test temperature is 60.50C or 750C , see (h). Correct this temperature for the difference in barometric pressure from the standard atmospheric pressure (101.3 kPa) by raising the test temperature for a higher pressure or lowering the test temperature for a lower pressure by 1.00C for each 4 kPa difference. Ensure that the top of the metal block is exactly horizontal. Use the gauge to check that the jet is 2.2 mm above the top of the well when in the test position. (c) Light the butane test fuel with the jet away from the test position (i.e. in the "off" position, away from the well). Adjust the size of the flame so that it is 8 mm to 9 mm high and approximately 5 mm wide. (d) using the syringe, take from the sample container at least 2 ml of the sample and rapidly transfer a test portion of 2 ml + 0.1 ml to the well of the combustibility tester and immediately start the timing device. (e) After a heating time of 60 s, by which time the test portion is deemed to have reached its equilibrium temperature, and if the test fluid has not ignited, swing the test flame into the test position over the edge of the pool of liquid. Maintain it in this position for 15 s and then return it to the "off" position while observing the behaviour of the test portion. The test flame should remain alight throughout the test. (f) For each test observe and record: (i) whether there is ignition and sustained combustion or flashing, or neither, of the test portion before the test flame is moved into the test position; (ii) whether the test portion ignites when the test flame is in the test position, and, if so, how long combustion is sustained after the test flame is returned to the "off" position. (g) If sustained combustion is not found (see Interpretation of observations), repeat the complete procedure with new test portions, but with a heating time of 30 s. (h) If sustained combustion is not found (see Interpretation of observations) at a test temperature of 60.50C, repeat the complete procedure with new test portions, but at a test temperature of 750C. Interpretation of observations: The substance should be assessed either as not sustaining combustion or as sustaining combustion. Sustained combustion should be reported at either of the heating times if one of the following occurs with either of the test portions: (a) when the test flame is in the "off" position, the test portion ignites and sustains combustion: (b) the test portion ignites while the test flame is in the test position, maintained for 15 s, and sustains combustion for more than 15 s after the test flame has been returned to the "off" position. Intermittent flashing should not be interpreted as sustained combustion. Normally, at the end, of 15 s, the combustion has either clearly ceased or continues. In cases of doubt the substance should be deemed to sustain combustion.


APPENDIX 4 Classification Class 3 Flammable Liquids Flammable liquids are fundamentally divided into packaging groups according to flashpoint:- HAZARD GROUPING BASED ON FLASHPOINT ___________________________________________________________________ Packaging Group Flashpoint (closed cup) Initial Boiling point ___________________________________________________________________ I - <350C II <230C >350C III >230C <610C >350C but viscosity has been established as being a modifying influence and substances with a flashpoint <230C may be put into Group III provided that:

(a) less than 3% of the clear solvent layer separates in the solvent separation test (See App.2)

(b) the mixture does not contain any substances with a primary or secondary risk of Class 6.1 or Class 8.

(c) the viscosity and flashpoint (see App.2) are in accordance with the following table; Flowtime t Jet diameter Flashpoint in seconds in mm in degrees C 20 < t < 60 4 above 17 60 <t <100 4 above 10 20 <t < 32 6 above 5 32 <t < 44 6 above -1 44 <t <100 6 above -5 100 <t 6 -5 and below (d) the capacity of the receptacle used is not more than 30 litres.


APPENDIX 5 CLASSIFICATION Class 6.1 Toxic Substances Note: The following is an abridged version of the full classification criteria and it is recommended that reference should be made to the IMDG Code for full details. Note: 6.1 is referred to as a division of Class 6 and includes Pesticides. Account should be taken of human experience but if this is not available data should be obtained from animal experiments using the following criteria: Grouping criteria for administration through oral ingestion, dermal contact and inhalation of dusts and mists ____________________________________________________________________ Packing Group Oral Toxicity Dermal Toxicity Inhalation Toxicity LD50 (mg/kg) LD50 (mg/kg) by dust and mists LC50 (mg/l) ____________________________________________________________________ I < 5 < 40 < 0.5 II > 5 - 50 > 40 - 200 > 0.5 - 2 III solids: > 50 - 200 > 200 - 1000 > 2 - 10 liquids: > 50 - 500 > 200 - 1000 > 2 - 10 Liquids having toxic vapours should be assigned as follows: I If V* >10LC50 and LC50 < 1000 ml/m3 II If V* > LC50 and LC50 < 3000 ml/m3 , and not Group I III If V* > 1/5 LC50 and LC50 < 5000 ml/m3 and not Group II or III * where V is the saturated vapour concentration in ml/m3 air at 200C and standard atmospheric pressure. Preparations should be assessed by all three routes and the Packing Group determined by the highest degree of danger. (see IMDG Sections 2.5.and 2.6 for assessment methods). Class 8 Corrosive Substances Note:: The following is an abridged version of the classification criteria and it is recommended that reference is made to the IMDG Code for full details. Substances that cause full thickness destruction of intact skin tissue when tested for a period of: Group I within an observation period of up to 60 minutes starting after an exposure time of 3 minutes or less Group II within an observation period of up to 14 days starting after an exposure time more than 3 but not more than 60 minutes Group III within an observation period of up to 14 days starting after an exposure time or more than 60minutes but not more than 4 hours, and Substances with a corrosion rate on steel or aluminium surfaces exceeding 6.25 mm a year at a test temperature of 550C . An acceptable test is ASTM G31-72


APPENDIX 6 Table of precedence of hazards for Classes 3, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1 and 8 _______________________________________________________________________ Class and 6.1-I 6.1-I 6.1-II 6.1-III 8-I 8.I 8-II 8-II 8-III 8-III Packaging Group dermal oral (l) (s) (l) (s) (l) (s) _______________________________________________________________________ 3 - I 3 3 3 3 3 - 3 - 3 - 3 - II 3 3 3 3 8 - 3 - 3 - 3 - III 6.1 6.1 6.1 3* 8 - 8 - 3 - 4.1 - II** 6.1 6,1 4.1 4.1 - 8 - 4.1 - 4.1 4.1 - III** 6.1 6.1 6.1 4.1 - 8 - 8 - 4.1 5.1 - I 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 - II 6.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 8 8 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1 - III 6.1 6.1 6.1 5.1 8 8 8 8 5.1 5.1 6.1 - I dermal 8 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 - I oral 8 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 - II inhalation 8 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 - II dermal 8 6.1 8 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 - II oral 8 8 8 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 - III 8 8 8 8 8 8 ______________________________________________________________________ (l) liquid (s) solid * 6.1 for pesticides ** other than self-reactive substances - an impossible combination


APPENDIX 7 DECISION ROUTE FOR CLASSIFICATION _______________________________________ Product Name....................................................... Solid or liquid � 100% single substance � � mixture or solution � � � ONE hazardous component MORE THAN ONE plus non hazardous hazardous component �

� � � Is it listed by name? or � � Is entry for pure substance only? or � � Is Class/physical/PG different? or � � Is there change in emergency action? � � � YES � � � NO � � � _________________________ � � � � � Toxic Corrosive Flammable � PG I PG I PG I � II II II � III III III � � � � � � _________________________ � � � determine main and sub risks � (see precedence table) � add other classes as required � � � enter as substance find entry appropriate find entry for product add "SOLUTION" to risks name or constituent or "MIXTURE" If N.O.S. add If N.O.S.add (contains plus constituents) (constituent) _____________________________________________________________________ IDENTIFICATION UN Number................................................................... Proper Shipping Name.................................................. Packing Group..............................................................


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THE SHIPMENT OF SOAP AND DETERGENT AND MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS BY SEA A GUIDE TO THE IMDG CODE ______________________________________________________________________ PART 2: ACTION SHEETS FOR SPECIFIC PRODUCTS This part applies the general rules of Part 1 to the main product entries used by the industry and provides all the information necessary for the identification, packaging, marking and labelling which is recommended for these products The action sheets also include additional information useful for documentation, segregation and stowage. The Action Sheet numbers coincide with numbers used for similar products in the land guide in order to provide easy comparison. In order to use this information to the best advantage follow this procedure: 1. Identify the hazardous characteristics by reference to Part 1 Sections 2 (see also

Appendices 4 & 5). 2. If two or more hazards are identified, decide the primary and secondary hazards by

reference to Appendix 6 (see also App. 7) 3. Identify the product to be shipped from the Part 2 Contents list. 4. If the product and its hazard(s) coincide with the sheet proceed in accordance with the

data provided. 5. If the product or hazard(s) identified for your product do not coincide with the hazard(s)

quoted on a sheets in Part 2, refer to Part 1 and construct an Action Sheet along similar lines.

The Action Sheets are based on the assumption that most products are currently packaged in tinplate or plastics receptacles shipped singly or with fibreboard cases or shrink/stretch wrapping as overpacking. The Action Sheets may not, therefore, apply to some products and will not offer all possible packaging alternatives which are permitted. Particular attention is drawn to the requirement that markings and labels must be identifiable after three months immersion in the sea. If the information provided is not acceptable for your product please refer to Part 1 or, if satisfaction is not found there, to the IMDG code. Advice may also be obtained from the marine competent authority or the appropriate trade association. For packaging detail see Part 1 Sections 9, 10 and 11 and Appendices 8, 9, 10 and 11. For marking and labelling details see Part 1 Section 6 and Appendix 12.


SEA GUIDE PART 2 Contents Note: Numbers coincide with those for similar products in the Land guide Product Action Hazard(s) Sheet Aerosols 1 miscellaneous Cleaner, Metal 2 based on White Spirit Dishwashing Detergent, liquid 3 based on Sodium Hydroxide industrial Dishwashing Powder 4 based on Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate Disinfectant 5 based on Peroxyacetic Acid and Hydrogen Peroxide Drain Cleaner, industrial 6 based on Phosphoric Acid Firelighters 8 Flammable Solids Hypochlorite Solutions 9 Packing Group II Note: no longer based on % of Chlorine [reserved] 10 Paint Remover, liquid 12 based on Dichloromethane Preparations, liquid 18 Flammable (FP below -180C) miscellaneous with no other hazard Preparations, liquid 19 Flammable (FP -180C up to but not including 230C) miscellaneous with no other hazard Preparations, liquid 20 Flammable (FP 230C up and including 610C) miscellaneous with no other hazard Preparations, liquid 21 Flammable (FP below -180C) (Group II) miscellaneous with sub risk Toxic (Group II or III)) Preparations, liquid 22 Flammable (FP -180C up to below 230C) (Group II) miscellaneous with sub risk Toxic (Group II or III) Preparations, liquid 23 Flammable (FP 230C up and including 610C) (Group III) miscellaneous with sub-risk Toxic (GroupIII) Preparations, liquid 24 Toxic (Group II) miscellaneous with sub risk Flammable (Group III) Preparations, liquid 25 Corrosive Group II or III miscellaneous


ACTION SHEET 1 Product: AEROSOLS Hazard: According to Criteria for gas and contents flammable = more than 45% by mass or more than 250g of flammable components (i.e.1000C and below) Classification: Class 2 UN 1950 Exempt if capacity is below 50mls Exempt if capacity is 1000mls or below and: no flammable gas present, internal pressure not greater that 8.4 kg/cm3 gauge at 550C, less than 10% by mass of the total contents consisting of flammable liquid, less than 1% by mass of toxic substances present in liquid concentrate, less than 0.2% by mass of corrosiive substances present in the liquid concentrate. MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Marine Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s). (See supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging: Class 2 : Outer to Packing Group II if 1000mls or less : may be shipped in uncertified combination packagings max. gross outer Wood 125 kg Fibreboard 55 kg Shrink or Stretch wrapped trays 20 kg


Action Sheet 1 (cont) Package Marking: AEROSOLS UN1950 MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) (NOTE: Not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination packaging does not exceed: 5 litres - if pollutant 500 mls - if severe pollutant Label: Class 2 (except limitedquantities): according to hazard Limited Quantities: none Documentation: Proper Shipping Name : AEROSOLS (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) Hazard Class and Division : 2.1 (flammable), or 2.2 or 2.3 if LimitedQuantity: 2 UN number : 1950 Flashpoint : not required if Limited Quantity: add "limited quantity" Additional information may be requested : EmS No : 2-13 MFAG No : 620 if 2.1 or 2.2. shipper to advise if 2.3. Segregation : see Part 1. Section 12 and IMDG Table 15.1.17 Stowage : above 1000mls: Cargo ships: on deck or under deck Passenger ships: on deck only 1000mls and below: Cargo & passenger: on deck or under deck "Away from" sources of heat and "separated from" Explosives (except 1.4). Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 2 Product : CLEANER, Metal containing White Spirit and non-hazardous substances. Flashpoint > 230C Hazard : Flammable Classification : Class 3.3 UN 1993 Packing Group III MARINE POLLUTANT if White Spirit has Aromatic content between 15 and 20% Packaging : Single: UN certified Group III max. contents non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 60 litres removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 5 litres maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified: inners: Receptacles, metal 40 litres max. Receptacles, plastic 30 litres max. Max.gross outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg


Action Sheet 2 (cont) Package Marking : FLAMMABLE LIQUID N.O.S (White Spirit) UN 1993 MARINE POLLUTANT MARK if applicable (see classification) (NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed 5 litres Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Flammable Liquid (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : FLAMMABLE LIQUID (White Spirit) (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 3.3 UN number : 1993 Packing Group : III Flash point Quote actual Additional information may be requested: EmS No: 3-07 MFAG No : Shipper to advise if possible Segregation : Do not pack with Class 5.2 Organic Peroxides. Segregation from Class 6.1 and 8 is unlikely to be a problem but check individual schedules for 6.1 and 8 substances being shipped in the same consignment. (see Pt.1, Section 12) Stowage : Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 3 Product : DISHWASHING DETERGENT, Liquid, Industrial containing 8% or more Sodium Hydroxide 20% or more Trisodium Nitrilotriacetate Hazard : Corrosive Classification : Class 8 UN 1760 Packing Group II Packaging : Single: UN certified Group max. contents Non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans(3H1) 60 litres Removable head steel drums (1A2) 250litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner metal/plastic 500 mls maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified: Inners Max. Outer Max Gross Receptacles, metal 40 litres Wood (4C, 4D, 4F) 125 kgs Fibreboard (4G) 55 kgs Receptacles, plastics 30 litres Wood (4C, 4D, 4F) 125 kgs Fibreboard (4G) 55 kgs


Action Sheet 3 (cont) Package Marking : CORROSIVE LIQUID N.O.S. (Sodium Hydroxide and Trisodium nitrilotriacetate) UN1760 Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : 8 (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : ̀ Corrosive Liquid N.O.S.(Sodium Hydroxide and Trisodium nitrilotriacetate) If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 8 UN number : UN 1760 Packing Group : II Additional information may be requested: EmS No: 8-15 * MFAG No : 760 * * shippers may quote different numbers if they are more appropriate to the product. Segregation : Do not pack with Classes 4, 5.1 or 5.2. Segregation from Class 6.1 and 8 is unlikely to be a problem but check individual schedules for 6.1 and 8 substances being shipped in the same consignment. (see Pt.1, Section 12) Stowage : Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck only Limited Quantities on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 4 Product : DISHWASHING POWDER containing 66% or more Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate 1.6% or more Dichloroisocyanuric Acid Salts Hazard : Corrosive Classification : Class 8 UN 1759 Packing Group II Packaging : Single: UN certified Group max. contents Removable Head Steel Drums (1A2) 400 kgs Steel Jerricans (3A2) 120 kgs Removable Head Plastics Drums (1H2) 400 kgs Plastics Jerricans (3H2) 120 kgs Bags, plastic film * (5H4) 50 kgs * not to be used if contents likely to melt see IMDG Code for other bags Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 1 kg maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified: inners: Receptacles, metal 40 kgs max. Receptacles, plastic 30 kgs max. Bags 30 kgs max. Max.gross outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 225 kgs Fibreboard (4G) 55 kgs


Action Sheet 4 (cont) Package Marking : CORROSIVE SOLID N.O.S. (DiSodium Metasilicate) UN 1759 Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Corrosive (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : CORROSIVE SOLID N.O.S. (Disodium Metsilicate) If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 8 UN number : 1759 Packing Group : II Additional information may be requested: EmS No: 8-15 * MFAG No : 760 * * Shippers may quote different numbers if they are more appropriate to the product. Segregation : Do not pack with products of Class 4.1, 4.2,4.3, 5.1, 5.2 . Segregation from Class 6.1 and 8 is unlikely to be a problem but check individual schedules for 6.1 and 8 substances being shipped in the same consignment. (see Pt.1, Section 12) Stowage : Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 5 Product : DISINFECTANT containing not more than 5% Peroxyacetic Acid, stabilised, not more than 28% Hydrogen Peroxide not more than 7%Acetic Acid Hazard : Oxidising and Corrosive Classification : Class 5.1 Sub-risk 8 UN 3149 Packing Group II Packaging : Single: UN certified Group II max. contents Non-removable head, Plastics Drum (1H1) 250 litres Plastics Jerrican (3H1) 60 litres Vented closures must be used and packagings stowed upright Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner glass/plastic 500 grams maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified Group II: Inners max Outer ` Max Gross Glass 2 litres Wood (4C, 4D, 4F) 75 kgs. Plastic 5 litres Wood (4C, 4D, 4F)` 75 kgs.


Action Sheet 5 (cont) Package Marking : HYDROGEN PEROXIDE AND PEROXYACETIC ACID MIXTURE UN 3149 Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : 5.1 (include Class number) 8 (do not include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : Hydrogen Peroxide and Peroxyacetic Acid Mixture If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 5.1 Sub risk : 8 UN number : UN 3149 Packing Group : II Additional information may be requested: EmS No: 5.1-02 MFAG No : 735 Segregation : Do not pack with Classes 3, powdered metals, permanganates and Class 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.2, 6.1 and 8. Stowage : Cargo ships : on deck only Passenger ships : prohibited


ACTION SHEET 6 Product : DRAIN CLEANER, Industrial, liquid. containing more than 5 % Phosphoric Acid if containing other hazardous constituents they must not contribute to hazard classification. Hazard : Corrosive Classification : Class 8 UN 1760 Packing Group III Packaging : Single: UN certified Group III max. contents Non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 60 litres Removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 1 litres maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified: Inners: Outers Max Gross Receptacles, metal 40 litres max. Wood (4C, 4D, 4F) 125 kgs Fibreboard (4G) 55 kgs Receptacles, plastic 30 litres max. Wood (4C, 4D, 4F) 125 kgs Fibreboard (4G) 55 kgs


Action Sheet 6 (cont) Package Marking : CORROSIVE LIQUID N.O.S (Phosphoric Acid) UN 1760 Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Corrosive (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : Corrosive Liquid N.O.S. (Phosphoric Acid) If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 8 UN number : 1760 Packing Group : III Additional information may be requested: EmS No: 8-15 * MFAG No : 750 * * alternative numbers may be quoted if they are more appropriate to the product Segregation : Do not pack with Class 4.1, 4.2, 4.3,5.1, 5.2 Organic Peroxides. Segregation from Class 6.1 and 8 is unlikely to be a problem but check individual schedules for 6.1 and 8 substances being shipped in the same consignment. (see Pt.1, Section 12) Stowage : Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 8 Product : FIRELIGHTERS Hazard : Flammable Solid Classification : Class 4.1 UN 2623 Packing Group III MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s) (see supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging : Single: UN certified Group III max. contents Steel drums (1A1, 1A2) 400 kgs Plastic drums (1H1, 1H2) 400 kgs Fibre drum * (1G) 250 kgs *not permitted if contents likely to melt during voyage Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 3 kg. maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped tray 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified Group III inners: Receptacles, metal 40 kgs max. Receptacles, plastics 30 kgs max. Bags, plastic 5 kgs max. Max.gross outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 225 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg


Action Sheet 8 (cont) Package Marking : FIRELIGHTERS UN 2623 MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) (NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed : 5 kgs pollutant 500 g severe pollutant Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Flammable Solid (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : FIRELIGHTERS (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 4.1 UN number : 2623 Packing Group : III Additional information may be requested : EmS No: 4.1-06 MFAG No : None Segregation : "Separated from" (different compartment under deck/6 metres separation on deck) from Organic Peroxides. "Away from" (effectively separated) from Corrosives. If in the same freight container - must be separated by 3 metres. Also see Part 1. Section 12. Stowage : Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 9 Product : HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTIONS Hazard : Corrosive Classification : Class 8 UN 1791 Packing Group II or III Packaging : Single: UN certified Group II or III max. contents non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 60 litres Note: Vented Closures essential Removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner Group II 500 mls maximum Group III 1 litre maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified:

inners outer Max.gross metal 40 litres max. Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg plastic 30 litres max. Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg Note: Inner packagings must be fitted with vented closures


Action Sheet 9 (cont) Package Marking : HYPOCHLORITE, SOLUTION UN 1791 Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Class 8 (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : Hypochlorite, Solution (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 8 UN number : UN`1791 Packing Group : II or III as appropriate Additional information may be requested: EmS No: 8-08 MFAG No : 741 Segregation : Do not pack with Classes 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2 or Acids of 8. Segregation from Class 6.1 is unlikely to be a problem but check individual schedules for 6.1 substances being shipped in the same consignment. (see Pt.1, Section 12) Stowage : "Away from" Acids. Must be stowed with vents uppermost. Cargo ships : On deck or under deck Passenger ships : On deck only Limited Quantities - on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 12 Product : PAINT REMOVER, liquid, Methylene Chloride based Hazard : Toxic - No flash point Classification : Class 6.1 UN 2810 Packing Group III MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s) (see supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging : Single: UN certified Group III max. contents non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 60 litres removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inners, 1 litre maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified: inners: Receptacles, metal 40 litres max. Plastic receptacles 30 litres max. Max.gross outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg Max.gross Group III outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg


Action Sheet 12(cont) Package Marking : TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (Dichloromethane) UN2810 MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) (NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed : 5 litres pollutant 500 mls severe pollutant Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Toxic (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : Toxic Liquid, Organic, N.O.S. (Dichloromethane) (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 6.1 UN number : 2810 Packing Group : III Additional information may be requested : EmS No: 6.1-02 MFAG No : Not quoted. Shipper may be asked to quote suitable number from MFAG guide. Segregation : Do not pack with Class 5.2 Organic Peroxides. Other segregation generally not a problem but check individual schedules. (see Pt.1, Section 12) Stowage : Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 18 Product : PREPARATIONS, liquid miscellaneous. containing Flammmable Liquids with no other hazard Note: does not include products comprising 100 per cent of a single substance Hazard : Flammable (FP below -180C) Classification : Class 3.1 UN 1993 Packing Group II MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s) (see supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging : Single: UN certified Group II max. contents non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 60 litres removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres steel receptacles (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 1 litres maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum Shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified: inners: Receptacles, metal 40 litres max. Receptacles, plastic 30 litres max. Max.gross Group II outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg


Action Sheet 18 (cont) Package Marking : FLAMMABLE LIQUID N.O.S. ( .....*)UN1993 * Insert no more than two flammable constituents. If the preparation is a Marine Pollutant one name should be the main pollutant substance. MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed : 5 litres pollutant 500 mls severe pollutant Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Flammable Liquid (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : Flammable Liquid N.O.S. (....*) * insert no more than two flammable constituents. If the preparation is a Marine Pollutant one name should be the main pollutant substance. (add MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. UN number : 1993 Hazard Class and Division : 3.1 Packing Group: II Flash point Quote actual Additional information may be requested : EmS No: 3 - 07 MFAG No : Shipper to quote if possible Segregation : Do not pack with Class 5.2 Organic Peroxides. Segregation from Class 6.1 and 8 is unlikely to be a problem but check individual schedules for 6.1 and 8 substances being shipped in the same consignment. (see Pt.1, Section 12) Stowage : Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : prohibited Limited Quantities: on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 19 Product : PREPARATIONS liquid miscellaneous. containing flammable liquids with no other hazard Note: does not include products comprising 100 per cent of a single substance Hazard : Flammable (FP -180C up to but not including 230C ) Classification : Class 3.2 UN 1993 Packing Group II MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s) (see supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging : Single: UN certified Group II max. contents non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 30 litres removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 1 litres maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified: inners: Receptacles, metal 40 litres max. Receptacles, plastic 30 litres max. Max.gross outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg


Action Sheet 19 (cont) Package Marking : FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S. (..... *) UN1993 * Insert names of no more than two flammable constituents. If the preparation is a Marine Pollutant one name should be the main pollutant substance. MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) (NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed : 5 litres pollutant 500 mls severe pollutant Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Flammable Liquid (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : FLAMMABLE LIQUID N.O.S. (.....*) * Insert names of no more than two flammable constituents. If a Marine Pollutant one name should be that of the main pollutant substance. (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 3.2 UN number : 1993 Packing Group : II Flash point Quote actual Additional information may be requested : EmS No: 3 - 07 MFAG No : Shipper to quote if possible Segregation : Do not pack with Class 5.2 Organic Peroxides. Segregation from Class 6.1 and 8 is unlikely to be a problem but check individual schedules for 6.1 and 8 substances being shipped in the same consignment. (see Pt.1, Section 12) Stowage : Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck only Limited Quantities: on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 20 Product : PREPARATIONS liquid miscellaneous containing flammable liquids with no other hazard Note: does not include products comprising 100 per cent of a single substance Hazard : Flammable (FP 230C up to and including 610C ) Classification : Class 3.3 UN 1993 Packing Group III MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s) (see supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging : Single: UN certified Group III max. contents non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 60 litres removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres stell jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 5 litres maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified: inners: Receptacles, metal 40 litres max. Receptacles, plastic 30 litres max. Max.gross outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg


Action Sheet 20 (cont) Package Marking : FLAMMABLE LIQUID N.O.S. (.....*) UN 1993 *Insert no more than two flammable constituents. If a Marine Pollutant one of the names should be that of the main pollutant substance. MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) (NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed : 5 litres pollutant 500 mls severe pollutant Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Flammable Liquid (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : FLAMMABLELIQUID N.O.S. (......*) *Insert no more than two flammable constituents. If a Marine Pollutant one of the names should be that of the main pollutant substance. (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 3.3 UN number : 1993 Packing Group : III Flash point Quote actual Additional information may be requested: EmS No: 3 - 07 MFAG No : Shipper to advise if possible Segregation : Do not pack with Class 5.2 Organic Peroxides. Segregation from Class 6.1 and 8 is unlikely to be a problem but check individual schedules for 6.1 and 8 substances being shipped in the same consignment. (see Pt.1, Section 12) Stowage : Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 21 Product : PREPARATIONS, liquid miscellaneous Flammable and Toxic Hazard : Flammable (FP below -180C) (Packing Group II - see Pt 1 App.4) Toxic (Packing Group II or III - see Pt.1 App.5) Classification : Class 3.1 UN 1992 Packing Group II MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s) (see supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging : Single: UN certified Group II; max. contents non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 60 litres removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 1 litres maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified Group II : inners: Receptacles, metal 40 litres max. Receptacles, plastic 30 litres max. Max.gross outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg


Action Sheet 21 (cont) Package Marking : FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC N.O.S. ( ...*...) UN1992 *quote one main Flammable and one main Toxic constituent. If a Marine Pollutant one name should be that of the main pollutant. MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) (NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed : 5 litres pollutant 500 mls severe pollutant Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Flammable Liquid (include Class number) Toxic (exclude Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC N.O.S. (...*...) (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) * quote one main Flammable and one main Toxic constituent. If a Pollutant one name should be that of the main pollutant If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 3.1 UN number : 1992 Packing Group : II Flash point Quote actual Additional information may be requested : EmS No: 3 - 03 MFAG No : Not quoted. Shipper may be asked to advise. Segregation : See Part 1, Section 12 Stowage : Clear of living Quarters Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : prohibited Limited Quantities: on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 22 Product : PREPARATIONS, liquid miscellaneous Flammable and Toxic Hazard : Flammable (FP -180C up to but not including 230C) (Packing Group II - see Pt 1 App.4) sub-risk Toxic (Packing Group II or III - see Pt.1 App.5) Classification : Class 3.2 UN 1992 Packing Group II MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s) (see supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging : Single: UN certified Group II; max. contents non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres non-removable head plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 60 litres removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 1 litres maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified Group II : inners: Receptacles, metal 40 litres max. Receptacles, plastics 30 litres max. Max.gross outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) ` 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg


Action Sheet 22 (cont) Package Marking : FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC N.O.S. (...*...) UN1992 *quote one main Toxic and one main Flammable constituent If a Marine Pollutant one name should be that of the main pollutant MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) (NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed : 5 litres pollutant 500 mls severe pollutant Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Flammable Liquid (include Class number) Toxic (exclude Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC N.O.S. (...*...) (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) * quote one main Flammable and one main Toxic constituent. If a Marine Pollutant one name should be that of the main pollutant If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 3.2 UN number : 1992 Packing Group : II Flash point Quote actual Additional information may be requested : EmS No: 3 - 03 MFAG No : Not quoted. Shipper may be asked to advise. Segregation : See Part 1, Section 12 Stowage : Clear of living Quarters Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck only Limited Quantities: on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 23 Product : PREPARATIONS, liquid miscellaneous Flammble and Toxic Hazard : Flammable (FP 230C up to and including including 610C) (Packing Group III - see Pt 1 App.4) sub-risk Toxic (Packing Group III - see Pt.1 App.5) Classification : Class 3.3 UN 1992 Packing Group III MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s) (see supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging : Single: UN certified Group III; max. contents non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 60 litres removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 5 litres maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified Group III: inners: Receptacles, metal 40 litres max. Receptacles, plastic 30 litres max. Max.gross outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg


Action Sheet 23 (cont) Package Marking : FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC N.O.S. (...*...) UN1992 *quote one main Toxic and one main Flammable constituent If a Marine Pollutant one name should be that of the main pollutant MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) (NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed : 5 litres pollutant 500 mls severe pollutant Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Flammable Liquid (include Class number) Toxic (exclude Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC N.O.S. (...*...) (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) * quote one main Flammable and one main Toxic constituent. If a marine Pollutant one name should be that of the main pollutant If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 3.3 UN number : 1992 Packing Group : III Flash point Quote actual Additional information may be requested : EmS No: 3 - 03 MFAG No : Not quoted. Shipper may be asked to advise. Segregation : See Part 1, Section 12 Stowage : Clear of living Quarters Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 24 Product : PREPARATIONS, liquid miscellaneous Toxic and Flammable Hazard : Toxic (Packing Group II - see Pt.1 App.5) Flammable (Packing Group III - see Pt 1 App.4) Classification : Class 6.1 sub risk Class 3 UN 2929 Packing Group II MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s) (see supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging : Single: UN certified Group II; max. contents non-removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A1) 60 litres plastics drums (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerricans (3H1) 60 litres removable head steel drums (1A2) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner 100 mls maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped tray 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified Group II : inners: Receptacles, metal 40 litres max. Receptacles, plastics 30 litres max. Max.gross outers: Wood (4C, 4D or 4F) 125 kg Fibreboard (4G) 55 kg


Action Sheet 24 (cont) Package Marking : TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, ORGANIC N.O.S. ( ...*...) UN2929 *quote one main Toxic and one main Flammable constituent If a Marine Pollutant one name should be that of the main pollutant. MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) (NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed : 5 litres pollutant 500 mls severe pollutant Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : Poison (include Class number) Flammable Lquid (without Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : TOXIC LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (...*...) (also MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable) * quote one main Toxic and one main Flammable constituent. If a Marine Pollutant one name should be that of the main pollutant If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 6.1 UN number : 2929 Packing Group : II Flash point Quote actual Additional information may be requested : EmS No: 6.1-01 MFAG No : Not quoted. Shipper may be asked to advise. Segregation : "Away from" (effectively segregated) from Organic Peroxides. If in the same freight container - must be separated by 3 metres. Also see Part 1. Section 12. Stowage : Clear of living Quarters Cargo ships : on deck or under deck Passenger ships : on deck only Limited Quantities: on deck or under deck


ACTION SHEET 25 Product : PREPARATION, Liquid miscellaneous Corrosive (a) containing more than one hazardous substance (b) containing only one hazardous substance but a preparation which does not retain the physical characteristics, same packing group or requires a different emergency response for the hazardous substance. (see Pt.1, 3.7) Typically containing: Alkalis or acids Note: Preparations comprising 100% a single substance or one hazardous substance with one or more non-hazardous substances and retaining the same characteristics as the hazardous substance should not be treated according to this action sheet. Hazard : Corrosive Classification : Class 8 UN 1760 Packing Group II or III (see App.5) MARINE POLLUTANT if containing more than 10 per cent of Pollutant(s) or more than 1 per cent of Severe Pollutant(s) (see supplement listing Pollutants) Packaging : Single: UN certified Group II or III according to classification max. contents Non-removable head steel drum (1A1) 250 litres steel jerrican (3A1) 60 litres plastics drum (1H1) 250 litres plastics jerrican (3H1) 60 litres removable head steel drums (1A1) 250 litres steel jerricans (3A2) 60 litres Combination: may be shipped in uncertified packagings as Limited Quantities if : inner metal/plastic Gp.II 500 mls maximum Gp.III 1 litre maximum outer 30 kg gross maximum shrink or stretch wrapped trays 20 kg gross maximum otherwise UN certified: Inners maximum Outers Max. gross metal 40 litres Wood Gp. II & III 125 kg (4C, 4D, 4F) Fibreboard Gp.II & III 55 kg (4G) plastics 30 litre Wood Gp. II & III 125 kgs Fibreboard Gp.II & III 55 kgs (4G)


Action Sheet 25 (cont) Package Marking : CORROSIVE LIQUID N.O.S. (....*) UN 1760 *Insert no more than two names of main Corrosive constituents. If the preparation is a Marine Pollutant one of the names should be that of the main Pollutant constituent. MARINE POLLUTANT mark if applicable (see classification) (NOTE : not required if content of inner receptacle of a combination package does not exceed : 5 litres pollutant 500 mls severe pollutant Label : Limited Quantities : None All other packages : 8 (include Class number) Documentation : Proper Shipping Name : Corrosive Liquid N.O.S. (....*) *Insert no more than two names of main Corrosive constituents. If the preparation is a Marine Pollutant one of the names should be that of the main Pollutant constituent. add MARINE POLLUTANT if applicable If shipped under Limited Quantities add LIMITED QUANTITY. Hazard Class and Division : 8 UN number : UN 1760 Packing Group : II or II as appropriate Additional information may be requested: EmS No: 8-15 * MFAG No : 760 * * shippers may quote different numbers if they are more appropriate to the product Segregation : Do not pack with Classes 4, 5.1 or 5.2. Segregation from Class 6.1 and 8 is unlikely to be a problem but check individual schedules for 6.1 and 8 substances (some acids and alkalis are not compatible) shipped in the same consignment. (see Pt.1, Section 12) Stowage : Cargo ships : Gp.II on deck or under deck Gp.III on deck or under deck Passenger ships : Gp.II on deck only Limited Qantities on deck or under deck. Gp.III on deck or under deck

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