THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME DANGEROUS GOODS (IMDG) CODE
AMENDMENT 38-16
(adopted on 13 May 2016 by MSC.406(96))
enter into force on 1 January 2018
PART
5
CONSIGNMENT PROCEDURES
Chapter 5.1. General provisions
5.1.1 Application and general provisions
5.1.1.1
This part sets forth the provisions for dangerous goods consignments relative
to authorization of consignments and advance notifications, marking, labelling,
documentation (by manual, electronic data processing (EDP) or electronic data
interchange (EDI) techniques) and placarding.
5.1.1.2
Except as otherwise provided in this Code, no person may offer dangerous goods
for transport unless those goods are properly marked, labelled, placarded,
described and certified on a transport document, and otherwise in a condition
for transport as required by this part.
5.1.1.3.1 A
carrier shall not accept dangerous goods for transport unless:
.1 A copy of the
dangerous goods transport document and other documents or information as required
by the provisions of this Code are provided; or
.2 The information
applicable to the dangerous goods is provided in electronic form.
5.1.1.3.2 The
information applicable to the dangerous goods shall accompany the dangerous
goods to final destination. This information may be on the dangerous goods
transport document or may be on another document. This information shall be
given to the consignee when the dangerous goods are delivered.
5.1.1.3.3
When the information applicable to the dangerous goods is given to the carrier
in electronic form, the information shall be available to the carrier at all
times during transport to final destination. The information shall be able to
be produced without delay as a paper document.
5.1.1.4 The
purpose of indicating the proper shipping name (see 3.1.2.1 and 3.1.2.2) and
the UN number of a substance, material or article offered for transport and, in
the case of a marine pollutant, of the addition of “marine pollutant” on
documentation accompanying the consignment, and of marking the proper shipping
name in accordance with 5.2.1 on the package, including IBCs containing the
goods, is to ensure that the substance, material or article can be readily
identified during transport. This ready identification is particularly important
in the case of an accident involving these goods, in order to determine what
emergency procedures are necessary to deal properly with the situation and, in
the case of marine pollutants, for the master to comply with the reporting
requirements of Protocol I of MARPOL.
5.1.2 Use of overpacks and unit loads
5.1.2.1 An
overpack and unit load shall be marked with the proper shipping name and the UN
number and marked and labelled, as required for packages by chapter 5.2, for
each item of dangerous goods contained in the overpack or unit load unless
markings and labels representative of all dangerous goods in the overpack or
unit load are visible. An overpack, in addition, shall be marked with the word
“OVERPACK” unless markings and labels representative of all dangerous goods, as
required by chapter 5.2, in the overpack are visible, except as required in
5.2.2.1.12. The lettering of the “OVERPACK” marking shall be at least 12 mm
high.
5.1.2.2 The
individual packages comprising a unit load or an overpack shall be marked and
labelled in accordance with chapter 5.2. Each package of dangerous goods
contained in the unit load or overpack shall comply with all applicable
provisions of the Code. The “OVERPACK” mark on an overpack is an indication of
compliance with this provision. The intended function of each package shall not
be impaired by the unit load or overpack.
5.1.2.3
Each package bearing package orientation marks as prescribed in
5.2.1.7.1 of this Code and which is overpacked, placed in a unit load or used
as an inner packaging in a large packaging shall be oriented in accordance with
such marks.
5.1.3 Empty uncleaned packagings or units
5.1.3.1
Other than for class 7, a packaging, including an IBC, which previously
contained dangerous goods shall be identified, marked, labelled and placarded
as required for those dangerous goods unless steps such as cleaning, purging of
vapours or refilling with a non-dangerous substance are taken to nullify any
hazard.
5.1.3.2
Freight containers, tanks, IBCs, as well as other packagings and overpacks,
used for the transport of radioactive material shall not be used for the
transport of other goods unless decontaminated below the level of 0.4 Bq/cm2
for beta and gamma emitters and low-toxicity alpha emitters and 0.04 Bq/cm2
for all other alpha emitters.
5.1.3.3
Empty cargo transport units still containing residues of dangerous goods, or
loaded with empty uncleaned packages or empty uncleaned bulk containers, shall
comply with the provisions applicable to the goods last contained in the unit,
packagings or bulk container.
5.1.4 Mixed packing
When
two or more dangerous goods are packed within the same outer packaging, the
package shall be labelled and marked as required for each substance. Subsidiary
risk labels need not be applied if the hazard is already represented by a
primary risk label.
5.1.5 General provisions for class 7
5.1.5.1
Approval of shipments and notification
5.1.5.1.1
General
In
addition to the approval of package designs described in chapter 6.4,
multilateral shipment approval is also required in certain circumstances
(5.1.5.1.2 and 5.1.5.1.3). In some circumstances it is also necessary to notify
competent authorities of a shipment (5.1.5.1.4).
5.1.5.1.2 Shipment approvals
Multilateral
approval shall be required for:
.1 the shipment of Type
B(M) packages not conforming with the provisions of 6.4.7.5 or designed to
allow controlled intermittent venting;
.2 the shipment of Type
B(M) packages containing radioactive material with an activity greater than
3,000A1 or 3,000A2, as appropriate, or
1,000 TBq, whichever is the lower;
.3 the shipment of
packages containing fissile materials if the sum of the criticality safety
indexes of the packages in a single freight container or in a single conveyance
exceeds 50. Excluded from this requirement shall be shipments by seagoing
vessels, if the sum of the criticality safety indexes does not exceed 50 for
any hold, compartment or defined deck area and the distance of 6 m between
groups of packages or overpacks as required in table 7.1.4.5.3.4 is met; and
.4 radiation protection
programmes for shipments by special use vessels in accordance with 7.1.4.5.7
except
that a competent authority may authorize transport into or through its country
without shipment approval, by a specific provision in its design approval (see
5.1.5.2.1).
5.1.5.1.3 Shipment approval by special
arrangement
Provisions
may be approved by a competent authority under which a consignment which does
not satisfy all of the applicable provisions of this Code may be transported
under special arrangement (see 1.5.4).
5.1.5.1.4 Notifications
Notification
to competent authorities is required as follows:
.1 Before the first
shipment of any package requiring competent authority approval, the consignor
shall ensure that copies of each applicable competent authority certificate
applying to that package design have been submitted to the competent authority
of the country of origin of the shipment and to the competent authority of each
country through or into which the consignment is to be transported. The
consignor is not required to await an acknowledgement from the competent
authority, nor is the competent authority required to make such acknowledgement
of receipt of the certificate.
.2 For each of the
following types of shipments:
.1 Type C packages
containing radioactive material with an activity greater than 3,000A1
or 3,000A2, as appropriate, or 1,000 TBq, whichever is
the lower;
.2 Type B(U) packages
containing radioactive material with an activity greater than 3,000A1
or 3,000A2, as appropriate, or 1,000 TBq, whichever is
the lower;
.3 Type B(M) packages;
.4 shipment under special
arrangement; the consignor shall notify the competent authority of the country
of origin of the shipment and the competent authority of each country through
or into which the consignment is to be transported. This notification shall be
in the hands of each competent authority prior to the commencement of the
shipment, and preferably at least 7 days in advance.
.3 The consignor is not
required to send a separate notification if the required information has been
included in the application for approval of shipment (see 6.4.23.2).
.4 The consignment
notification shall include:
.1 sufficient information
to enable the identification of the package or packages, including all
applicable certificate numbers and identification marks;
.2 information on the
date of shipment, the expected date of arrival and proposed routeing;
.3 the names of the
radioactive material or nuclides;
.4 descriptions of the
physical and chemical forms of the radioactive material, or whether it is
special form radioactive material or low dispersible radioactive material; and
.5 the maximum activity
of the radioactive contents during transport, expressed in units of becquerels
(Bq) with an appropriate SI prefix symbol (see 1.2.2.1). For fissile material,
the mass of fissile material (or of each fissile nuclide for mixtures when
appropriate) in units of grams (g), or multiples thereof, may be used in place
of activity.
5.1.5.2
Certificates issued by competent authority
5.1.5.2.1
Certificates issued by the competent authority are required for the following:
.1 designs for:
.1 special form
radioactive material;
.2 low dispersible
radioactive material;
.3 fissile
material excepted under 2.7.2.3.5.6;
.4 packages containing
0.1 kg or more of uranium hexafluoride;
.5 packages containing
fissile material unless excepted by 2.7.2.3.5, 6.4.11.2 or 6.4.11.3;
.6 Type B(U) packages and
Type B(M) packages;
.7 Type C packages;
.2 special arrangements;
.3 certain shipments (see
5.1.5.1.2);
.4 determination
of the basic radionuclide values referred to in 2.7.2.2.1 for individual
radionuclides which are not listed in table 2.7.2.2.1 (see 2.7.2.2.2.1);
.5 alternative
activity limits for an exempt consignment of instruments or articles (see
2.7.2.2.2.2).
The
certificates shall confirm that the applicable provisions are met, and for
design approvals shall attribute to the design an identification mark.
The
certificates of approval for the package design and the shipment may be
combined into a single certificate.
Certificates
and applications for these certificates shall be in accordance with the
provisions in 6.4.23.
5.1.5.2.2 The
consignor shall be in possession of a copy of each applicable certificate.
5.1.5.2.3 For
package designs where it is not required that a competent authority issue a
certificate of approval, the consignor shall, on request, make available, for
inspection by the relevant competent authority, documentary evidence of the
compliance of the package design with all the applicable provisions.
5.1.5.3
Determination of transport index (TI) and criticality safety index (CSI)
5.1.5.3.1 The
transport index (TI) for a package, overpack or freight container, or for
unpackaged LSA-I or SCO-I, shall be the number derived in accordance with the
following procedure:
.1 determine the maximum
radiation level in units of millisieverts per hour (mSv/h) at a distance of 1 m
from the external surfaces of the package, overpack, freight container, or
unpackaged LSA-I and SCO-I. The value determined shall be multiplied by 100 and
the resulting number is the transport index. For uranium and thorium ores and
their concentrates, the maximum radiation level at any point 1 m from the
external surface of the load may be taken as:
0.4 mSv/h for ores and physical concentrates
of uranium and thorium;
0.3 mSv/h for chemical concentrates of
thorium;
0.02 mSv/h for chemical concentrates of uranium,
other than uranium hexafluoride;
.2 for tanks, freight
containers and unpackaged LSA-I and SCO-I, the value determined in 5.1.5.3.1.1
above shall be multiplied by the appropriate factor from table 5.1.5.3.1;
.3 the value obtained in
5.1.5.3.1.1 and 5.1.5.3.1.2 above shall be rounded up to the first decimal
place (e.g. 1.13 becomes 1.2), except that a value of 0.05 or less may be
considered as zero.
Table 5.1.5.3.1 –
Multiplication factors for tanks, freight containers and unpackaged LSA-I and
SCO-I
|
Size of loada |
Multiplication factor |
|
size of load ≤ 1 m2 |
1 |
|
1 m2 < size of load ≤ 5 m2 |
2 |
|
5 m2 < size of load ≤ 20 m2 |
3 |
|
20 m2 < size of load |
10 |
a Largest cross-sectional area of the load being measured.
5.1.5.3.2 The
transport index for each overpack, freight container or conveyance shall be
determined as either the sum of the TIs of all the packages contained, or by
direct measurement of radiation level, except in the case of non-rigid
overpacks for which the transport index shall be determined only as the sum of
the TIs of all the packages.
5.1.5.3.3 The
criticality safety index for each overpack or freight container shall be
determined as the sum of the CSIs of all the packages contained. The same
procedure shall be followed for determining the total sum of the CSIs in a
consignment or aboard a conveyance.
5.1.5.3.4
Packages, overpacks and freight containers shall be assigned to either category
I – WHITE, II – YELLOW or III – YELLOW in accordance with the conditions
specified in table 5.1.5.3.4 and with the following requirements:
.1 for a package, overpack
or freight container, both the transport index and the surface radiation level
conditions shall be taken into account in determining which is the appropriate
category. Where the transport index satisfies the condition for one category
but the surface radiation level satisfies the condition for a different
category, the package, overpack or freight container shall be assigned to the
higher category. For this purpose, category I – WHITE shall be regarded as the
lowest category;
.2 the transport index shall
be determined following the procedures specified in 5.1.5.3.1 and 5.1.5.3.2;
.3 if the surface
radiation level is greater than 2 mSv/h, the package or overpack shall be
transported under exclusive use and under the provisions of 7.1.4.5.6 or
7.1.4.5.7, as appropriate;
.4 a package transported
under a special arrangement shall be assigned to category III – YELLOW except
under the provisions of 5.1.5.3.5;
.5 an overpack or freight
container which contains packages transported under special arrangement shall
be assigned to category III – YELLOW except under the provisions of 5.1.5.3.5.
Table 5.1.5.3.4 – Categories
of packages, overpacks and freight containers
|
Conditions |
||
|
Transport index |
Maximum radiation level at any point on external
surface |
Category |
|
0a |
Not
more than 0.005 mSv/h |
I
– WHITE |
|
More
than 0 but not more than 1a |
More
than 0.005 mSv/h but not more than 0.5 mSv/h |
II
– YELLOW |
|
More
than 1 but not more than 10 |
More
than 0.5 mSv/h but not more than 2 mSv/h |
III
– YELLOW |
|
More
than 10 |
More
than 2 mSv/h but not more than 10 mSv/h |
III
– YELLOWb |
a If the measured TI is not greater than 0.05,
the value quoted may be zero in accordance with 5.1.5.3.1.3.
b Shall also be transported under “exclusive
use” except for freight containers (see table 7.1.4.5.3).
5.1.5.3.5 In
all cases of international transport of packages requiring competent authority
approval of design or shipment, for which different approval types apply in the
different countries concerned by the shipment, the categorization shall be in accordance
with the certificate of the country of origin of design.
5.1.5.4
Specific provisions for excepted packages of radioactive material of class 7
5.1.5.4.1
Excepted packages of radioactive material of class 7 shall be legibly and
durably marked on the outside of the packaging with:
.1 the UN number preceded
by the letters “UN”;
.2 an identification of
either the consignor or consignee, or both; and
.3 the permissible gross
mass if this exceeds 50 kg.
5.1.5.4.2 The
documentation requirements of chapter 5.4 do not apply to excepted packages of
radioactive material of class 7, except that:
.1 the
UN number preceded by the letters “UN” and the name and address of the
consignor and the consignee and, if relevant, the identification mark for each
competent authority certificate of approval (see 5.4.1.5.7.1.7.) shall be shown
on a transport document such as a bill of lading, air waybill or other similar
document complying with the requirements of 5.4.1.2.1 to 5.4.1.2.4;
.2 the
requirements of 5.4.1.6.2 and, if relevant, those of 5.4.1.5.7.1.7, 5.4.1.5.7.3
and 5.4.1.5.7.4 shall apply;
.3 the
requirements of 5.4.2 and 5.4.4 shall apply.
5.1.5.4.3
The requirements of 5.2.1.5.8 and 5.2.2.1.12.5 shall apply if
relevant.
5.1.5.5
Specific provisions for the consignment of fissile material
Fissile
material meeting one of the provisions of 2.7.2.3.5.1 to 2.7.2.3.5.6 shall meet
the following requirements:
.1 only
one of the provisions of 2.7.2.3.5.1 to 2.7.2.3.5.6 is allowed per consignment;
.2 only
one approved fissile material in packages classified in accordance with
2.7.2.3.5.6 is allowed per consignment unless multiple materials are authorized
in the certificate of approval;
.3 fissile
material in packages classified in accordance with 2.7.2.3.5.3 shall be
transported in a consignment with no more than 45 g of fissile nuclides;
.4 fissile
material in packages classified in accordance with 2.7.2.3.5.4 shall be
transported in a consignment with no more than 15 g of fissile nuclides;
.5 unpackaged
or packaged fissile material classified in accordance with 2.7.2.3.5.5 shall be
transported under exclusive use on a conveyance with no more than 45 g of
fissile nuclides.
5.1.6 Packages packed into a cargo transport unit
5.1.6.1
Regardless of the placarding and marking provisions for cargo transport units,
each package containing dangerous goods packed into a cargo transport unit
shall be marked and labelled in accordance with the requirements of chapter
5.2.
Chapter 5.2. Marking and labelling of packages including IBCs
Note:
These provisions relate essentially to the marking and labelling of dangerous
goods according to their properties. However, additional markings or symbols
indicating precautions to be taken in handling or storing a package (such as a
symbol representing an umbrella, indicating that a package shall be kept dry)
may be displayed on a package if appropriate.
5.2.1 Marking of packages including IBCs
5.2.1.1
Unless provided otherwise in this Code, the proper shipping name for the
dangerous goods as determined in accordance with 3.1.2 and the corresponding UN
number, preceded by the letters “UN”, shall be displayed on each package. The
UN number and the letters “UN” shall be at least 12 mm high, except for
packages of 30 litres capacity or less or of 30 kg maximum net mass or less and
for cylinders of 60 litres water capacity or less when they shall be at least 6
mm in height and except for packages of 5 litres or 5 kg or less when they
shall be of an appropriate size. In the case of unpackaged articles, the mark
shall be displayed on the article, on its cradle or on its handling, storage or
launching device. For goods of division 1.4, compatibility group S, the
division and compatibility group letter shall also be marked unless the label
for 1.4S is displayed. A typical package mark is:
CORROSIVE
LIQUID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (caprylyl chloride) UN 3265.
Note:
Cylinders of 60 L water capacity or less marked with a UN number in accordance
with the provisions of the IMDG Code up to 31 December 2013 and which do not
conform to the provisions of 5.2.1.1 regarding the size of the UN number and of
the letters “UN” applicable as from 1 January 2014 may continue to be used
until the next periodic inspection but no later than 1 July 2018.
5.2.1.2 All
package marks required by 5.2.1.1:
.1 shall be readily
visible and legible;
.2 shall be such that
this information will still be identifiable on packages surviving at least
three months’ immersion in the sea. In considering suitable marking methods,
account shall be taken of the durability of the packaging materials used and
the surface of the package;
.3 shall be displayed on
a background of contrasting colour on the external surface of the package; and
.4 shall not be located
with other package marks that could substantially reduce their effectiveness.
5.2.1.3
Salvage packagings and salvage pressure receptacles shall additionally be
marked with the word “SALVAGE”. The lettering of the “SALVAGE” mark shall be at
least 12 mm high.
5.2.1.4
Intermediate bulk containers of more than 450 L capacity and large packagings
shall be marked on two opposing sides.
5.2.1.5
Special marking provisions for radioactive material
5.2.1.5.1
Each package shall be legibly and durably marked on the outside of the
packaging with an identification of either the consignor or consignee, or both.
Each overpack shall be legibly and durably marked on the outside of the
overpack with an identification of either the consignor or consignee, or both
unless these marks of all packages within the overpack are clearly visible.
5.2.1.5.2 The
marking of excepted packages of radioactive material of class 7 shall be as
required by 5.1.5.4.1.
5.2.1.5.3
Each package of gross mass exceeding 50 kg shall have its permissible gross
mass legibly and durably marked on the outside of the packaging.
5.2.1.5.4
Each package which conforms to:
.1 a
Type IP-1 package, a Type IP-2 package or a Type IP-3 package design shall be
legibly and durably marked on the outside of the packaging with “TYPE IP-1”,
“TYPE IP-2” or “TYPE IP-3” as appropriate;
.2 a
Type A package design shall be legibly and durably marked on the outside of the
packaging with “TYPE A”;
.3 a Type IP-2 package, a
Type IP-3 package or a Type A package design shall be legibly and durably
marked on the outside of the packaging with the international vehicle
registration code (VRI code) of the country of origin of design and either the
name of the manufacturer or other identification of the packaging specified by
the competent authority of the country of origin of design.
5.2.1.5.5
Each package which conforms to a design approved under one or more of
paragraphs 5.1.5.2.1, 6.4.22.1 to 6.4.22.4, 6.4.23.4 to 6.4.23.7 and 6.4.24.2
shall be legibly and durably marked on the outside of the package with the
following information:
.1 the identification
mark allocated to that design by the competent authority;
.2 a serial number to
uniquely identify each packaging which conforms to that design;
.3 “Type B(U)”, “Type
B(M)” or “Type C”, in the case of a Type B(U), Type B(M) or Type C package
design.
5.2.1.5.6
Each package which conforms to a Type B(U), Type B(M) or Type C package design
shall have the outside of the outermost receptacle which is resistant to the
effects of fire and water plainly marked by embossing, stamping or other means
resistant to the effects of fire and water with the trefoil symbol shown below.
Basic trefoil symbol with proportions based on a central circle of
radius X.
The minimum allowable size of X shall be 4 mm.
5.2.1.5.7
Where LSA-I or SCO-I material is contained in receptacles or wrapping materials
and is transported under exclusive use as permitted by 4.1.9.2.4, the outer
surface of these receptacles or wrapping materials may bear the mark
”RADIOACTIVE LSA-I” or ”RADIOACTIVE SCO-I”, as appropriate.
5.2.1.5.8
In all cases of international transport of packages requiring
competent authority approval of design or shipment, for which different
approval types apply in the different countries concerned by the shipment,
marking shall be in accordance with the certificate of the country of origin of
the design.
5.2.1.6
Special marking provisions for marine pollutants
5.2.1.6.1
Except as provided in 2.10.2.7, packages containing marine pollutants meeting
the criteria of 2.9.3 shall be durably marked with the marine pollutant mark.
5.2.1.6.2
The marine pollutant mark shall be located adjacent to the marks
required by 5.2.1.1. The provisions of 5.2.1.2 and 5.2.1.4 shall be met.
5.2.1.6.3 The
marine pollutant mark shall be as shown in the figure below.
Marine pollutant mark
The
mark shall be in the form of a square set at an angle of 45° (diamond-shaped).
The symbol (fish and tree) shall be black on white or a suitable contrasting
background. The minimum dimensions shall be 100 mm × 100 mm and the minimum
width of line forming the diamond shall be 2 mm. If the size of the package so
requires, the dimensions/line thickness may be reduced, provided the mark
remains clearly visible. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall
be in approximate proportion to those shown.
Note: The
labelling provisions of 5.2.2 apply in addition to any requirement for packages
to bear the marine pollutant mark.
5.2.1.7 Orientation
arrows
5.2.1.7.1 Except
as provided in 5.2.1.7.2:
– combination packagings having inner packagings containing liquid
dangerous goods;
– single packagings fitted with vents; and
– cryogenic receptacles intended for the transport of refrigerated
liquefied gases
shall
be legibly marked with package orientation arrows which are similar to the
illustration shown below or with those meeting the specifications of ISO
780:1997. The orientation arrows shall appear on two opposite vertical sides of
the package with the arrows pointing in the correct upright direction. They
shall be rectangular and of a size that is clearly visible commensurate with
the size of the package. Depicting a rectangular border around the arrows is
optional.
Two black or red arrows on white or suitable contrasting
background.
The rectangular border is optional.
All features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown.
5.2.1.7.2 Orientation
arrows are not required on:
.1 outer packagings
containing pressure receptacles except cryogenic receptacles;
.2 outer packagings
containing dangerous goods in inner packagings each containing not more than
120 mL, with sufficient absorbent material between the inner and outer
packagings to completely absorb the liquid contents;
.3 outer packagings
containing Division 6.2 infectious substances in primary receptacles each
containing not more than 50 mL;
.4 type IP-2, type IP-3,
type A, type B(U), type B(M) or type C packages containing class 7 radioactive
material;
.5 outer
packagings containing articles which are leak-tight in all orientations (e.g.
alcohol or mercury in thermometers, aerosols, etc.); or
.6 outer
packagings containing dangerous goods in hermetically sealed inner packagings
each containing not more than 500 mL.
5.2.1.7.3
Arrows for purposes other than indicating proper package orientation shall not
be displayed on a package marked in accordance with this subsection.
5.2.1.8
Excepted quantity mark
5.2.1.8.1
Packages containing excepted quantities of dangerous goods shall be marked
according to 3.5.4.
5.2.1.9
Limited quantity mark
5.2.1.9.1
Packages containing dangerous goods packed in limited quantities shall be
marked according to 3.4.5.
5.2.1.10
Lithium battery mark
5.2.1.10.1
Packages containing lithium cells or batteries prepared in accordance with
special provision 188 shall be marked as shown in Figure below.
5.2.1.10.2 The
mark shall indicate the UN number, preceded by the letters “UN”, i.e. ‘UN 3090’
for lithium metal cells or batteries or ‘UN 3480’ for lithium ion cells or
batteries. Where the lithium cells or batteries are contained in, or packed with,
equipment, the UN number preceded by the letters “UN”, i.e. ‘UN 3091’ or ‘UN
3481’ as appropriate shall be indicated. Where a package contains lithium cells
or batteries assigned to different UN numbers, all applicable UN numbers shall
be indicated on one or more marks.
Lithium battery mark
* Place for UN number(s)
** Place for telephone number for additional
information
The
mark shall be in the form of a rectangle with hatched edging. The dimensions
shall be a minimum of 120 mm wide × 110 mm high and the minimum width of the hatching shall be 5 mm.
The symbol (group of batteries, one damaged and emitting flame, above the UN
number for lithium ion or lithium metal batteries or cells) shall be black on
white. The hatching shall be red. If the size of the package so requires, the
dimensions/ line thickness may be reduced to not less than 105 mm wide × 74 mm high. Where
dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion
to those shown.
5.2.2 Labelling of packages including IBCs
5.2.2.1 Labelling
provisions
These
provisions are related essentially to danger labels. However, additional marks
or symbols indicating precautions to be taken in handling or storing a package
(such as a symbol representing an umbrella, indicating that a package shall be
kept dry) may be displayed on a package if appropriate.
5.2.2.1.1
Labels identifying primary and subsidiary risks shall conform to
models Nos. 1 to 9 illustrated in 5.2.2.2.2. The “EXPLOSIVE” subsidiary risk
label is model No. 1.
5.2.2.1.2
Where articles or substances are specifically listed in the Dangerous Goods
List, a danger class label shall be affixed for the hazard shown in column 3. A
subsidiary risk label shall also be affixed for any risk indicated by a class
or division number in column 4 of the Dangerous Goods List. However, special
provisions indicated in column 6 may also require a subsidiary risk label where
no subsidiary risk is indicated in column 4 or may be exempt from the
requirement for a subsidiary risk label where such a risk is indicated in the
Dangerous Goods List.
5.2.2.1.2.1 A
package containing a dangerous substance which has a low degree of danger may
be exempt from these labelling requirements. In this case, a special provision
specifying that no hazard label is required appears in column 6 of the
Dangerous Goods List for the relevant substance. However, for certain
substances the package shall be marked with the appropriate text as it appears
in the special provision, for example:
|
Substance |
UN No. |
Class |
Mark required on bales |
|
Baled hay in cargo
transport unit |
1327 |
4.1 |
None |
|
Baled hay not in
cargo transport unit |
1327 |
4.1 |
Class 4.1 |
|
Baled dry vegetable
fibres in cargo transport unit |
3360 |
4.1 |
None |
|
Substance |
UN No. |
Class |
Mark required on packages in addition to the proper shipping
name and UN number |
|
Fishmeal* |
1374 |
4.2 |
Class 4.2† |
|
Batteries, wet,
non-spillable |
2800 |
8 |
Class 8‡ |
* Only applicable to fishmeal in packing group
III.
† Exempt from class marking when loaded in a
cargo transport unit containing only fishmeal under UN 1374.
‡ Exempt from class marking when loaded in a
cargo transport unit containing only batteries under UN 2800.
5.2.2.1.3
Except as provided in 5.2.2.1.3.1, if a substance which meets the definition of
more than one class is not specifically listed by name in the Dangerous Goods
List in chapter 3.2, the provisions in chapter 2.0 shall be used to determine
the primary risk class of the goods. In addition to the label required for that
primary risk class, subsidiary risk labels shall also be applied as specified
in the Dangerous Goods List.
5.2.2.1.3.1
Packagings containing substances of class 8 need not bear subsidiary risk label
model No. 6.1 if the toxicity arises solely from the destructive effect on
tissue. Substances of class 4.2 need not bear subsidiary risk label model No.
4.1.
5.2.2.1.4 Labels for class 2 gases
with subsidiary risk(s)
|
Class |
Subsidiary risk(s) shown in chapter 2.2 |
Primary risk label |
Subsidiary risk label(s) |
|
2.1 |
None |
2.1 |
None |
|
2.2 |
None |
2.2 |
None |
|
5.1 |
2.2 |
5.1 |
|
|
2.3 |
None |
2.3 |
None |
|
2.1 |
2.3 |
2.1 |
|
|
5.1 |
2.3 |
5.1 |
|
|
5.1, 8 |
2.3 |
5.1, 8 |
|
|
8 |
2.3 |
8 |
|
|
2.1, 8 |
2.3 |
2.1, 8 |
5.2.2.1.5
Three separate labels have been provided for class 2, one for flammable gases
of class 2.1 (red), one for non-flammable, non-toxic gases of class 2.2 (green)
and one for toxic gases of class 2.3 (white). Where the Dangerous Goods List
indicates that a class 2 gas possesses single or multiple subsidiary risks,
labels shall be used in accordance with the table in 5.2.2.1.4.
5.2.2.1.6
Except as provided in 5.2.2.2.1.2, each label shall:
.1 be
located on the same surface of the package near the proper shipping name mark,
if the package dimensions are adequate;
.2 be
so placed on the packaging that it is not covered or obscured by any part or
attachment to the packaging or any other label or mark; and
.3 when primary and
subsidiary risk labels are required, be displayed next to each other.
Where
a package is of such an irregular shape or small size that a label cannot be
satisfactorily affixed, the label may be attached to the package by a securely
affixed tag or other suitable means.
5.2.2.1.7
Intermediate bulk containers of more than 450 L capacity and large packagings
shall be labelled on two opposing sides.
5.2.2.1.8
Labels shall be affixed on a surface of contrasting colour.
5.2.2.1.9 Special provisions for the
labelling of self-reactive substances
An
“EXPLOSIVE” subsidiary risk label (No. 1) shall be applied for type B
self-reactive substances, unless the competent authority has permitted this
label to be dispensed with for a specific packaging because test data have
proved that the self-reactive substance in such a packaging does not exhibit
explosive behaviour.
5.2.2.1.10 Special provisions for the
labelling of organic peroxides
The
class 5.2 label (model No. 5.2) shall be affixed to packages containing organic
peroxides classified as types B, C, D, E or F. This label also implies that the
product may be flammable and hence no “FLAMMABLE LIQUID” subsidiary risk label
(model No. 3) is required. In addition, the following subsidiary risk labels
shall be applied:
.1 An “EXPLOSIVE”
subsidiary risk label (model No. 1) for organic peroxides type B, unless the
competent authority has permitted this label to be dispensed with for a
specific packaging because test data have proved that the organic peroxide in
such a packaging does not exhibit explosive behaviour.
.2 A “CORROSIVE”
subsidiary risk label (model No. 8) is required when packing group I or II
criteria of class 8 are met.
5.2.2.1.11 Special provisions for the
labelling of infectious substances packages
In
addition to the primary risk label (model No. 6.2), infectious substances
packages shall bear any other label required by the nature of the contents.
5.2.2.1.12 Special provisions for the
labelling of radioactive material
5.2.2.1.12.1
Except when enlarged labels are used in accordance with 5.3.1.1.5.1, each
package, overpack and freight container containing radioactive material shall
bear the labels conforming to the applicable model Nos. 7A, 7B or 7C, according
to the appropriate category. Labels shall be affixed to two opposite sides on
the outside of the package or overpack or on the outside of all four sides of a
freight container or tank. Each overpack containing radioactive material shall
bear at least two labels on opposite sides of the outside of the overpack. In
addition, each package, overpack and freight container containing fissile
material, other than fissile material excepted under the provisions of
2.7.2.3.5, shall bear labels conforming to model No. 7E; such labels, where
applicable, shall be affixed adjacent to the labels conforming to the
applicable model Nos. 7A, 7B or 7C. Labels shall not cover the marks specified
in this chapter. Any labels which do not relate to the contents shall be removed
or covered.
5.2.2.1.12.2
Each label conforming to the applicable model No. 7A, 7B or 7C shall be
completed with the following information:
.1 Contents:
.1 Except for LSA-I
material, the name(s) of the radionuclide(s) as taken from the table under
2.7.2.2.1, using the symbols prescribed therein. For mixtures of radionuclides,
the most restrictive nuclides must be listed to the extent the space on the
line permits. The group of LSA or SCO shall be shown following the name(s) of
the radionuclide(s). The terms “LSA-II”, “LSA-III”, “SCO-I” and “SCO-II” shall
be used for this purpose.
.2 For LSA-I material,
the term “LSA-I” is all that is necessary; the name of the radionuclide is not
necessary.
.2 Activity: The maximum
activity of the radioactive contents during transport, expressed in units of
becquerels (Bq) with the appropriate SI prefix symbol (see 1.2.2.1). For
fissile material, the total mass of fissile nuclides in units of grams (g), or
multiples thereof, may be used in place of activity.
.3 For overpacks and
freight containers, the “contents” and “activity” entries on the label shall
bear the information required in 5.2.2.1.12.2.1 and 5.2.2.1.12.2.2,
respectively, totalled together for the entire contents of the overpack or
freight container except that, on labels for overpacks or freight containers
containing mixed loads of packages containing different radionuclides, such
entries may read “See transport documents”.
.4 Transport index: The
number determined in accordance with 5.1.5.3.1 and 5.1.5.3.2. (No transport
index entry is required for category I – WHITE.)
5.2.2.1.12.3
Each label conforming to the model No. 7E shall be completed with the
criticality safety index (CSI) as stated in the certificate of approval
applicable in the countries through or into which the consignment is
transported and issued by the competent authority or as specified in 6.4.11.2
or 6.4.11.3.
5.2.2.1.12.4 For
overpacks and freight containers, the label conforming to model No. 7E shall
bear the sum of the criticality safety indexes of all the packages contained
therein.
5.2.2.1.12.5
In all cases of international transport of packages requiring
competent authority approval of design or shipment, for which different
approval types apply in the different countries concerned by the shipment,
labelling shall be in accordance with the certificate of the country of origin
of design.
5.2.2.2 Provisions
for labels
5.2.2.2.1
Labels shall satisfy the provisions of this section and conform, in terms of
colour, symbols, numbers and general format, to the specimen labels shown in
5.2.2.2.2.
Note:
Where appropriate, labels in 5.2.2.2.2 are shown with a dotted outer boundary
as provided for in 5.2.2.2.1.1. This is not required when the label is applied
on a background of contrasting colour.
5.2.2.2.1.1
Labels shall be configured as shown in the figure below:
Class/division label
* The class or, for
divisions 5.1 and 5.2, the division number shall be shown in the bottom corner.
** Additional
text/numbers/symbol/letters shall (if mandatory) or may (if optional) be shown
in this bottom half.
*** The class or division
symbol or, for divisions 1.4, 1.5 and 1.6, the division number, and for model
No. 7E, the word “FISSILE” shall be shown in this top half.
5.2.2.2.1.1.1
Labels shall be displayed on a background of contrasting colour,
or shall have either a dotted or solid outer boundary line.
5.2.2.2.1.1.2
The label shall be in the form of a square set at an angle of 45°
(diamond-shaped). The minimum dimensions shall be 100 mm × 100 mm and the minimum
width of the line inside the edge forming the diamond shall be 2 mm. The line
inside the edge shall be parallel and 5 mm from the outside of that line to the
edge of the label. The line inside the edge on the upper half of the label
shall be the same colour as the symbol and the line inside the edge on the
lower half of the label shall be the same colour as the class or division
number in the bottom corner. Where dimensions are not specified, all features
shall be in approximate proportion to those shown.
5.2.2.2.1.1.3
If the size of the package so requires the dimensions may be
reduced, provided the symbols and other elements of the label remain clearly
visible. The line inside the edge shall remain 5 mm to the edge of the label.
The minimum width of the line inside the edge shall remain 2 mm. Dimensions for
cylinders shall comply with 5.2.2.2.1.2.
5.2.2.2.1.2
Cylinders for class 2 may, on account of their shape, orientation and securing
mechanisms for transport, bear labels representative of those specified in this
section, which have been reduced in size, according to ISO 7225:2005, for
display on the non-cylindrical part (shoulder) of such cylinders. Labels may
overlap to the extent provided for by ISO 7225:2005, Gas cylinders –
Precautionary labels; however, in all cases, the labels representing the
primary hazard and the numbers appearing on any label shall remain fully
visible and the symbols recognizable.
Note:
When the diameter of the cylinder is too small to permit the display of the
reduced size labels on the non-cylindrical upper part of the cylinder, the
reduced sized labels may be displayed on the cylindrical part.
5.2.2.2.1.3
With the exception of labels for divisions 1.4, 1.5 and 1.6 of class 1, the
upper half of the label shall contain the pictorial symbol and the lower half
shall contain the class number 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.1, 5.2, 6, 7, 8 or 9 as
appropriate. The label may include text such as the UN number, or words
describing the hazard class (e.g. “flammable”) or for label No. 9A the symbol in
accordance with 5.2.2.2.1.5 provided the text does not obscure or detract from
the other required label elements.
5.2.2.2.1.4 In
addition, except for divisions 1.4, 1.5 and 1.6, labels for class 1 shall show
in the lower half, above the class number, the division number and
compatibility group letter for the substance or article. Labels for divisions
1.4, 1.5 and 1.6 shall show in the upper half the division number and in the
lower half the class number and the compatibility group letter. For division 1.4,
compatibility group S, no label is generally required. However, in cases where
a label is considered necessary for such goods, it shall be based on model No.
1.4.
5.2.2.2.1.5 On
labels other than those for material of class 7, the insertion of any text (other
than the class or division number) in the space below the symbol shall be
confined to particulars indicating the nature of the risk and precautions to be
taken in handling. For label No. 9A, no text other than the class mark shall be
included in the bottom part of the label.
5.2.2.2.1.6 The
symbols, text and numbers shall be shown in black on all labels except for:
.1 the class 8 label,
where the text (if any) and class number shall appear in white;
.2 labels with entirely
green, red or blue backgrounds, where they may be shown in white;
.3 the class 5.2 label,
where the symbol may be shown in white; and
.4 class 2.1 labels
displayed on cylinders and gas cartridges for liquefied petroleum gases, where
they may be shown in the background colour of the receptacle if adequate
contrast is provided.
5.2.2.2.1.7 The
method of affixing the label(s) or applying stencil(s) of label(s) on packages
containing dangerous goods shall be such that the label(s) or stencil(s) will
still be identifiable on packages surviving at least three months’ immersion in
the sea. In considering suitable labelling methods, account shall be taken of
the durability of the packaging materials used and the surface of the package.
5.2.2.2.2 Specimen
labels
Note:
Labels shall satisfy the provisions below and conform, in terms of colour,
symbols and general format, to the models shown in 5.2.2.2.2. Corresponding
models required for other modes of transport, with minor variations which do
not affect the obvious meaning of the label, are also acceptable.
Class
1 – Explosive substances or articles
Class
2 – Gases
Class
3
Class
4
Class
5
Class
6
Class
7 – Radioactive material
Class
8 – Corrosive substances
Class
9 – Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles including environmentally
hazardous substances
Chapter 5.3. Placarding and marking of cargo transport units
5.3.1 Placarding
5.3.1.1 Placarding
provisions
5.3.1.1.1 General provisions
.1 Enlarged labels
(placards) and marks and signs shall be affixed to the exterior surfaces of a
cargo transport unit to provide a warning that the contents of the unit are
dangerous goods and present risks, unless the labels and/or marks affixed to
the packages are clearly visible from the exterior of the cargo transport unit.
.2 The methods of
placarding and marking as required in 5.3.1.1.4 and 5.3.2 on cargo transport
units shall be such that this information will still be identifiable on cargo
transport units surviving at least three months’ immersion in the sea. In considering
suitable marking methods, account shall be taken of the ease with which the
surface of the cargo transport unit can be marked.
.3 All placards, orange
panels, marks and signs shall be removed from cargo transport units or masked
as soon as both the dangerous goods or their residues which led to the
application of those placards, orange panels, marks or signs are discharged.
5.3.1.1.2
Placards shall be affixed to the exterior surface of cargo transport units to
provide a warning that the contents of the unit are dangerous goods and present
risks. Placards shall correspond to the primary risk of the goods contained in
the cargo transport unit except that:
.1 placards are not
required on cargo transport units carrying any quantity of explosives of
division 1.4, compatibility group S; and
.2 placards indicating
the highest risk only need be affixed on cargo transport units carrying
substances and articles of more than one division in class 1.
Placards
shall be displayed on a background of contrasting colour, or shall have either
a dotted or solid outer boundary line.
For
dangerous goods of class 9 the placard shall correspond to the label model No.
9 as in 5.2.2.2.2; label model No. 9A shall not be used for placarding
purposes.
5.3.1.1.3
Placards shall also be displayed for those subsidiary risks for which a
subsidiary risk label is required according to 5.2.2.1.2. However, cargo
transport units containing goods of more than one class need not bear a
subsidiary risk placard if the hazard represented by that placard is already
indicated by a primary risk placard.
5.3.1.1.4 Placarding requirements
5.3.1.1.4.1 A
cargo transport unit containing dangerous goods or residues of dangerous goods
shall clearly display placards as follows:
.1 a freight container,
semi-trailer or portable tank: one on each side and one on each end of the
unit. Portable tanks having a capacity of not more than 3,000 L may be
placarded or, alternatively, may be labelled instead, on only two opposite
sides;
.2 a railway wagon:
at least on each side;
.3 a
multiple-compartment tank containing more than one dangerous substance or their
residues: along each side at the positions of the relevant compartments. If
all compartments are required to display the same placards, these placards need
to be displayed only once along each side of the cargo transport unit; and
.4 any other cargo
transport unit: at least on both sides and on the back of the unit.
5.3.1.1.5 Special provisions for class
7
5.3.1.1.5.1
Large freight containers carrying packages other than excepted packages, and
tanks, shall bear four placards which conform with the model No. 7D given in
the figure. The placards shall be affixed in a vertical orientation to each
side wall and each end wall of the large freight container or tank. Any
placards which do not relate to the contents shall be removed. Instead of using
both labels and placards, it is permitted as an alternative to use enlarged
labels only, as shown in label model Nos. 7A, 7B and 7C, except having the
minimum size shown in the figure under 5.3.1.2.2.
5.3.1.1.5.2
Rail and road vehicles carrying packages, overpacks or freight containers
labelled with any of the labels shown in 5.2.2.2.2 as model Nos. 7A, 7B, 7C and
7E, or carrying consignments under exclusive use, shall display the placard
shown in the figure (model No. 7D) on each of:
.1 the two external
lateral walls, in the case of a rail vehicle;
.2 the two external
lateral walls and the external rear wall, in the case of a road vehicle.
In
the case of a vehicle without sides, the placards may be affixed directly on
the cargo-carrying unit provided that they are readily visible; in the case of
physically large tanks or freight containers, the placards on the tanks or
freight containers shall suffice. In the case of vehicles which have
insufficient area to allow the fixing of larger placards, the dimensions of the
placard as described in the figure may be reduced to 100 mm. Any placards which
do not relate to the contents shall be removed.
5.3.1.2
Specifications for placards
5.3.1.2.1
Except as provided in 5.3.1.2.2 for the class 7 placard, and in 5.3.2.3.2 for
the marine pollutant mark, a placard shall be configured as shown in the figure
below.
Placard (except for class 7)