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SUB-COMMITTEE ON CARRIAGE OF CARGOES AND CONTAINERS 6th session Agenda item 6

CCC 6/6/3

21 May 2019 Original: ENGLISH

AMENDMENTS TO THE IMDG CODE AND SUPPLEMENTS

Footnotes in the IMDG Code

Note by the Secretariat

SUMMARY

Executive summary: This document contains a list of the existing footnotes in the IMDG Code in view to be reviewed by the E&T Group

Strategic direction, if applicable:

Other work

Output: OW 3

Action to be taken: Paragraph 4

Related documents: MSC 99/22; CCC 5/13 and CCC 6/6

Introduction 1 The Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC), at its fifth session, recalled the instruction of MSC 99 to review the footnotes in the IMDG Code when preparing the next consolidated version (amendment 40-20) and to advise the Committee on how best to proceed (MSC 99/22, paragraphs 3.59 and 3.60). In this context, the Sub-Committee instructed E&T 31 to carry out a comprehensive review of the footnotes when preparing amendment 40-20, with a view to consideration of the outcome by CCC 6 (CCC 5/13, paragraph 6.41). 2 Due to time constraints, E&T 31 was unable to review the footnotes in the IMDG Code, as instructed by CCC 5 (CCC 6/6, paragraph 5.2). E&T 31 agreed that this issue could be considered by E&T 32, together with possible submissions to CCC 6 on this matter. The list of footnotes in the IMDG Code 3 The Secretariat has prepared a list of footnotes in the IMDG Code in order to facilitate the comprehensive review by the Group. The list of the existing footnotes in the Code is set out in the annex to this document.

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Action requested of the Sub-Committee 4 The Sub-Committee is invited to consider the list of footnotes in the annex and take action as appropriate.

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ANNEX 1

THE LIST OF EXISTING FOOTNOTES IN THE IMDG CODE AMENDMENT 39-18

(RESOLUTION MSC.442(99))

PART 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS, DEFINITIONS AND TRAINING

Chapter 1.2 Definitions, units of measurement and abbreviations 1.2.1 Definitions CTU Code means the IMO/ILO/UNECE Code of Practice for Packing of Cargo Transport Units (MSC.1/ Circ.1497).* Corresponding footnote: * Further practical guidance and background information related to the CTU Code are

available as informative material (MSC.1/ Circ.1498). The CTU Code and the Informative Material may be found at www.unece.org/trans/wp24/guidelinespackingctus/intro.html

Liquids are dangerous goods which at 50°C have a vapour pressure of not more than 300 kPa (3 bar), which are not completely gaseous at 20°C and at a pressure of 101.3 kPa, and which have a melting point or initial melting point of 20°C or less at a pressure of 101.3 kPa. A viscous substance for which a specific melting point cannot be determined shall be subjected to the ASTM D 4359-90 test; or to the test for determining fluidity (penetrometer test) prescribed in section 2.3.4 of Annex A of the European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR).* Corresponding footnote: * United Nations Publication: ECE/TRANS/257 (Sales No.E.16.VIII.1). 1.2.2 Units of measurement 1.2.2.1 The following units of measurement* are applicable in this Code: Corresponding footnote: * The following round figures are applicable for the conversion of the units hitherto used

into SI units. Chapter 1.3 Training 1.3.1 Training of shore-side personnel 1.3.1.1 Shore-based personnel* engaged in the transport of dangerous goods intended to be transported by sea shall be trained in the contents of dangerous goods provisions commensurate with their responsibilities. Employees shall be trained in accordance with the provisions of 1.3.1 before assuming responsibilities and shall only perform functions, for which required training has not yet been provided, under the direct supervision of a trained person.

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Training requirements specific to security of dangerous goods in chapter 1.4 shall also be addressed. Corresponding footnote: * For the training of officers and ratings responsible for cargo handling on ships carrying

dangerous and hazardous substances in solid form in bulk, or in packaged form, see the STCW Code, as amended.

1.3.1.7 Related Codes and publications which may be appropriate for function-specific training

.10 Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to the fumigation of cargo transport units (MSC.1/Circ.1265)*

Corresponding footnote: * At its eighty-seventh session, in May 2010, the Maritime Safety Committee of IMO

approved Revised recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to the fumigation of cargo transport units (MSC.1/Circ.1361), which supersedes MSC.1/Circ.1265.

Chapter 1.4 Security provisions 1.4.1 General provisions for companies, ships and port facilities* Corresponding footnote: * Refer to MSC.1/Circ.1341 on Guidelines on security-related training and familiarization

for port facility personnel and to MSC.1/ Circ.1188 on Guidelines on training and certification for port facility security officers.

1.4.3 Provisions for high consequence dangerous goods 1.4.3.2 Specific security provisions for high consequence dangerous goods 1.4.3.2.3 For radioactive material, the provisions of this chapter are deemed to be complied with when the provisions of the Convention on Physical Protection of Nuclear Material* and the IAEA circular on The Physical Protection of Nuclear Material and Nuclear Facilities† are applied. Corresponding footnotes: * INFCIRC/274/Rev.1, IAEA, Vienna (1980). † INFCIRC/225/Rev.4 (Corrected), IAEA, Vienna (1999).



PART 2

CLASSIFICATION Chapter 2.0 Introduction 2.0.0 Responsibilities 2.0.0.2 Note: When a competent authority grants such approvals, it should inform the United Nations Sub-Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods* accordingly and submit a relevant proposal of amendment to the Dangerous Goods List. Should the proposed amendment be rejected, the competent authority should withdraw its approval. Corresponding footnote: * UNECE United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, Dangerous Goods and

Special Cargoes Section, Transport Division. Palais des Nations, Bureau 418, CH-1211 Geneva 10, Switzerland. Tel: +41 22 917 24 56, Fax: +41 22 917 00 39. www.unece.org/trans/ danger/danger.html

2.0.2 UN numbers and proper shipping names 2.0.2.7 Substances or articles which are not specifically listed by name in the Dangerous Goods List shall be classified under a "generic" or "not otherwise specified" (N.O.S.) proper shipping name. The substance or article shall be classified according to the class definitions and test criteria in this part, and the article or substance classified under the generic or "N.O.S." proper shipping name in the Dangerous Goods List which most appropriately describes the article or substance. This means that a substance is only to be assigned to an entry of type .3, as defined in 2.0.2.2, if it cannot be assigned to an entry of type .2, and to an entry of type .4 if it cannot be assigned to an entry of type .2 or .3.* Corresponding footnote: * See also the generic or N.O.S. proper shipping name in appendix A.

2.0.5 Transport of wastes

2.0.5.3 Transboundary movements under the Basel Convention*

Corresponding footnote: * Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes

and their Disposal (1989).

Chapter 2.3 Class 3 – Flammable liquids 2.3.2 Assignment of packing group 2.3.2.2 Viscous flammable liquids such as paints, enamels, lacquers, varnishes, adhesives and polishes having a flashpoint of less than 23°C may be placed in packing group III in conformity with the procedures prescribed in the Manual of Tests and Criteria, part III, subsection 32.3, provided that:

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.1 The viscosity* and flashpoint are in accordance with the following table: Corresponding footnote: * Viscosity determination: Where the substance concerned is non-Newtonian, or where a

flow cup method of viscosity determination is otherwise unsuitable, a variable shear-rate viscometer shall be used to determine the dynamic viscosity coefficient of the substance, at 23 °C, at a number of shear rates. The values obtained are plotted against shear rate and then extrapolated to zero shear rate. The dynamic viscosity thus obtained, divided by the density, gives the apparent kinematic viscosity at near-zero shear rate.

2.3.4 Determination of initial boiling point Further acceptable methods: Method A.2 as described in Part A of the Annex to Commission Regulation (EC) No 440/2008.* Corresponding footnote: * Commission Regulation (EC) No 440/2008 of 30 May 2008 laying down test methods

pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) (Official Journal of the European Union, No L 142 of 31.05.2008, pages 1–739 and No L 143 of 03.06.2008, page 55).

Chapter 2.4 Class 4 – Flammable solids; substances liable to spontaneous combustion; substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases 2.4.5 Classification of organometallic substances Flowchart scheme for organometallic substances1,2

In the flowchart: Organometallic substance/formulation/solution1

Corresponding footnotes: 1 If applicable and testing is relevant, taking into account reactivity properties, class 6.1

and class 8 properties shall be considered according to the Precedence of hazards table 2.0.3.6.

2 Test methods N.1 to N.5 can be found in the Manual of Tests and Criteria, part III,

section 33.

Chapter 2.5 Class 5 – Oxidizing substances and organic peroxides

2.5.3 Class 5.2 – organic peroxides

2.5.3.3 Principles for classification of organic peroxides

2.5.3.4.1 The following organic peroxides shall be subjected to temperature control during transport:

.2 organic peroxides type D showing a medium effect when heated under confinement* with a SADT ≤ 50°C or showing a low or no effect when heated under confinement with a SADT ≤ 45°C; and



Corresponding footnote: * As determined by test series E as prescribed in the Manual of Tests and Criteria, part II. Chapter 2.8 Class 8 – Corrosive substances 2.8.3 Packing group assignment for substances and mixtures 2.8.3.2 In assigning the packing group in accordance with 2.8.2.3, account shall be taken of human experience in instances of accidental exposure. In the absence of human experience the grouping shall be based on data obtained from experiments in accordance with OECD Test Guideline 404* or 435.† A substance or mixture which is determined not to be corrosive in accordance with OECD Test Guideline 430‡ or 431§ may be considered not to be corrosive to skin for the purposes of these regulations without further testing. Corresponding footnotes: * OECD Guideline for the testing of chemicals No.404 Acute Dermal Irritation/Corrosion

2015. † OECD Guideline for the testing of chemicals No.435 In Vitro Membrane Barrier Test

Method for Skin Corrosion 2015. ‡ OECD Guideline for the testing of chemicals No.430 In Vitro Skin Corrosion:

Transcutaneous Electrical Resistance Test (TER) 2015. § OECD Guideline for the testing of chemicals No.431 In Vitro Skin Corrosion: Human Skin

Model Test 2015. Chapter 2.9 Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles (class 9) and environmentally hazardous substances 2.9.2 Assignment to class 9 2.9.2.2 The substances and articles of class 9 are subdivided as follows: 2807 MAGNETIZED MATERIAL* 3334 AVIATION REGULATED LIQUID, N.O.S.* 3335 AVIATION REGULATED SOLID, N.O.S.* 3509 PACKAGINGS, DISCARDED, EMPTY, UNCLEANED†

Corresponding footnotes:

* Not subject to the provisions of this Code but may be subject to provisions governing the transport of dangerous goods by other modes (see also special provision 960).

† This entry shall not be used for sea transport. Discarded packaging shall meet the

requirements of 4.1.1.11.



2.9.3 Environmentally hazardous substances (aquatic environment) 2.9.3.1 General definitions 2.9.3.1.2 The aquatic environment may be considered in terms of the aquatic organisms that live in the water, and the aquatic ecosystem of which they are part.* The basis, therefore, of the identification of hazard is the aquatic toxicity of the substance or mixture, although this may be modified by further information on the degradation and bioaccumulation behaviour. Corresponding footnote:

* This does not address aquatic pollutants for which there may be a need to consider

effects beyond the aquatic environment such as the impacts on human health, etc. 2.9.3.1.3 While the following classification procedure is intended to apply to all substances and mixtures, it is recognized that in some cases, e.g. metals or poorly soluble inorganic compounds, special guidance will be necessary.†

Corresponding footnote:

† This can be found in annex 10 of the GHS. 2.9.3.2 Definitions and data requirements 2.9.3.2.6 Degradation means the decomposition of organic molecules to smaller molecules and eventually to carbon dioxide, water and salts. Environmental degradation may be biotic or abiotic (e.g. hydrolysis) and the criteria used reflect this fact. Ready biodegradation is most easily defined using the biodegradability tests (A to F) of OECD Test Guidelines 301. A pass level in these tests may be considered as indicative of rapid degradation in most environments. These are freshwater tests and thus the use of the results from OECD Test Guideline 306, which is more suitable for marine environments, has also been included. Where such data are not available, a BOD (5 days)/COD ratio ≥ 0.5 is considered as indicative of rapid degradation. Abiotic degradation such as hydrolysis, primary degradation, both abiotic and biotic, degradation in non-aquatic media and proven rapid degradation in the environment may all be considered in defining rapid degradability.* Substances are considered rapidly degradable in the environment if the following criteria are met:

.1 In 28-day ready biodegradation studies, the following levels of degradation are achieved:

.1 tests based on dissolved organic carbon: 70%; .2 tests based on oxygen depletion or carbon dioxide generation: 60%

of theoretical maxima. These levels of biodegradation shall be achieved within 10 days of the start of degradation which point is taken as the time when 10% of the substance has been degraded, unless the substance is identified as a complex, multi-component substance with structurally similar constituents. In this case, and where there is sufficient justification, the 10-day window condition may be waived and the pass level applied at 28 days;†



Corresponding footnotes: * Special guidance on data interpretation is provided in chapter 4.1 and annex 9 of the

GHS. † See chapter 4.1 and annex 9, paragraph A9.4.2.2.3 of the GHS. 2.9.3.3 Substance classification categories and criteria

2.9.3.3.2 The classification scheme in table 2.9.2 below summarizes the classification criteria for substances. Note 1: Acute toxicity band based on L(E)C50 values in mg/L for fish, crustacea and/or algae or other aquatic plants (or Quantitative Structure Activity Relationships (QSAR) estimation if no experimental data).*


* Special guidance is provided in chapter 4.1, paragraph 4.1.2.13 and annex 9, section A9.6 of the GHS.

PART 3

DANGEROUS GOODS LIST, SPECIAL PROVISIONS AND EXCEPTIONS Chapter 3.3 Special provisions applicable to certain substances, materials or articles 3.3.1 308* Stabilization of fish meal shall be achieved to prevent spontaneous combustion by effective application of ethoxyquin, BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) or tocopherols (also used in a blend with rosemary extract) at the time of production. The said application shall occur within twelve months prior to shipment. Fish scrap or fish meal shall contain at least 50 ppm (mg/kg) of ethoxyquin, 100 ppm (mg/kg) of BHT or 250 ppm (mg/kg) of tocopherol based antioxidant at the time of shipment. Corresponding footnote: * For the transport of fish meal in bulk, see the IMSBC Code. Chapter 4.1 Use of packagings, including intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) and large packagings 4.1.1 General provisions for the packing of dangerous goods in packagings, including IBCs and large packagings 4.1.1.4 When filling packagings, including IBCs and large packagings, with liquids,* sufficient ullage (outage) shall be left to ensure that neither leakage nor permanent distortion of the packaging occurs as a result of an expansion of the liquid caused by temperatures likely to occur during transport.



Corresponding footnote: * With respect to ullage limits only, the provisions applicable for packagings for solid

substances may be used if the viscous substance has an outflow time via a DIN-cup with a 4 mm diameter outlet exceeding 10 minutes at 20°C (corresponding to an outflow time via a Ford cup 4 of more than 690 seconds at 20°C, or to a viscosity of more than 2680 centistokes at 20°C).

4.1.1.4 However, sufficient ullage shall be left in an IBC to ensure that at the mean bulk temperature of 50°C it is not filled to more than 98% of its water capacity.*

Corresponding footnote: * For a differing temperature, the maximum degree of filling may be determined as follows:

Degree of filling =98

1+ α (50−𝑡𝐹) % of the capacity of the IBC

In this formula α represents the mean coefficient of cubic expansion of the liquid substance between 15°C and 50°C; that is to say, for a maximum rise in the temperature of 35°C, ʺαʺ is calculated according to the formula:

α =𝑑15 − 𝑑50

35 x 𝑑50

where d15 and d50 are the relative densities of the liquid at 15°C and 50°C and tF is the mean temperature of the liquid at the time of filling.

PART 5 CONSIGNMENT PROCEDURES

Chapter 5.4 Documentation

5.4.1 Dangerous goods transport information

5.4.1.2 Form of the transport document

5.4.1.2.5 Example of a dangerous goods transport document

The form shown in figure 5.4.5 is an example of a dangerous goods transport document.*

Corresponding footnote: * For standardized formats, see also the relevant recommendations of the UNECE United

Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT), in particular Recommendation No.1 (United Nations Layout Key for Trade Documents) (ECE/TRADE/137, edition 81.3), UN Layout Key for Trade Documents – Guidelines for Applications (ECE/TRADE/270, edition 2002), Revised Recommendation No.11 (Documentary Aspects of the International Transport of Dangerous Goods) (ECE/TRADE/C/CEFACT/2008/8) and Recommendation No.22 (Layout Key for Standard Consignment Instructions) (ECE/TRADE/168, edition 1989). Refer also to the UN/CEFACT Summary of Trade Facilitation Recommendations (ECE/TRADE/346, edition 2006) and the United Nations Trade Data Elements Directory (UNTDED) (ECE/TRADE/362, edition 2005).



5.4.1.5 Information required in addition to the dangerous goods description 5.4.1.5.9 Explosives

.2 The transport of explosive substances for which a minimum water or phlegmatizer content is specified in the individual entry is prohibited when containing less water or phlegmatizer than the specified minimum. Such substances shall only be transported with special authorization granted by the competent authority of the country of origin. The transport document shall contain the statement "Transport under this entry approved by the competent authority of …" followed by the State's distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic* of the country of the competent authority.

Corresponding footnote: * Distinguishing sign of the State of registration used on motor vehicles and trailers in

international road traffic, e.g. in accordance with the Geneva Convention on Road Traffic of 1949 or the Vienna Convention on Road Traffic of 1968.

5.4.1.5.15 Firework classification reference The classification reference(s) shall consist of the competent authority's state, indicated by the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic,* the competent authority identification and a unique serial reference. Examples of such classification references are:

– GB/HSE123456 – D/BAM1234 – USA EX20091234.



5.4.1.6 Certification 5.4.1.6.1 The dangerous goods transport document shall include a certification or declaration that the consignment is acceptable for transport and that the goods are properly packaged, marked and labelled, and in proper condition for transport in accordance with the applicable regulations. The text for this certification is:

"I hereby declare that the contents of this consignment are fully and accurately described above/below† by the proper shipping name, and are classified, packaged, marked and labelled/placarded, and are in all respects in proper condition for transport according to applicable international and national government regulations."

Corresponding footnote: † As appropriate.



5.4.2 Container/vehicle packing certificate 5.4.2.1 When dangerous goods are packed or loaded into any container‡ or vehicle, those responsible for packing the container or vehicle shall provide a "container/vehicle packing certificate" specifying the container/ vehicle identification number(s) and certifying that the operation has been carried out in accordance with the following conditions:

.4 Drums have been stowed in an upright position, unless otherwise authorized by the competent authority, and all goods have been properly loaded and, where necessary, adequately braced with securing material to suit the mode(s)* of transport for the intended journey;

Corresponding footnotes: ‡ See definition of "freight container" in 1.2.1. * See CTU Code. 5.4.3 Documentation required aboard the ship 5.4.3.1 Each ship carrying dangerous goods and marine pollutants shall have a special list, manifest† or stowage plan setting out, in accordance with regulation VII/4.2 of SOLAS, as amended, and with regulation 4.2 of Annex III of MARPOL, the dangerous goods (except dangerous goods in excepted packages of class 7) and marine pollutants and the location thereof. This special list or manifest shall be based on the documentation and certification required in this Code. It shall contain in addition to the information in 5.4.1.4, 5.4.1.5 and, for UN 3359, in 5.5.2.4.1.1, the stowage location and the total quantity of dangerous goods and marine pollutants. A detailed stowage plan, which identifies by class and sets out the location of all dangerous goods and marine pollutants, may be used in place of such special list or manifest. Corresponding footnote: † Refer to Amendments to the Annex to the Convention on Facilitation of International

Maritime Traffic, 1965 (resolution FAL.12(40), adopted on 8 April 2016). Chapter 5.5 Special provisions 5.5.2 Special provisions applicable to fumigated cargo transport units (UN 3359)*

Corresponding footnote: * Refer to the Revised Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable

to the fumigation of cargo transport units (MSC.1/Circ.1361).



PART 6

CONSTRUCTION AND TESTING OF PACKAGINGS, INTERMEDIATE BULK CONTAINERS (IBCS), LARGE PACKAGINGS, PORTABLE TANKS,

MULTIPLE-ELEMENT GAS CONTAINERS (MEGS) AND ROAD TANK VEHICLES Chapter 6.1 Provisions for the construction and testing of packagings 6.1.3 Marking Note 3: The marks do not always provide full details of the test levels, etc., and these may need to be taken further into account, such as by reference to a test certificate, test reports or register of successfully tested packagings. For example, a packaging having an X or Y mark may be used for substances to which a packing group having a lesser degree of danger has been assigned, with the relevant maximum permissible value of the relative density* determined by taking into account the factor 1.5 or 2.25 indicated in the packaging test provisions in 6.1.5 as appropriate, i.e. packing group I packaging tested for products of relative density 1.2 could be used as a packing group II packaging for products of relative density 1.8 or packing group III packaging of relative density 2.7, provided, of course, that all the performance criteria can still be met with the product having the higher relative density. Corresponding footnote: * Relative density (d) is considered to be synonymous with specific gravity (SG) and will

be used throughout this text. 6.1.3.8 After reconditioning a packaging, the reconditioner shall apply to it, in sequence, durable marks showing:

(h) the State in which the reconditioning was carried out, indicated by the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic;*


* Distinguishing sign of the State of registration used on motor vehicles and trailers in international road traffic, e.g. in accordance with the Geneva Convention on Road Traffic of 1949 or the Vienna Convention on Road Traffic of 1968.

Chapter 6.2 Provisions for the construction and testing of pressure receptacles, aerosol dispensers, small receptacles containing gas (gas cartridges) and fuel cell cartridges containing liquefied flammable gas 6.2.1 General provisions 6.2.1.3 Service equipment 6.2.1.3.6 Additional provisions for closed cryogenic receptacles 6.2.1.3.6.5 Capacity and setting of pressure relief devices 6.2.1.3.6.5.4 The required capacity of the pressure relief devices shall be calculated in accordance with an established technical code recognized by the competent authority.*




* See, for example, CGA S-1.2-2003 ʺPressure Relief Device Standards – Part 2 – Cargo

and Portable Tanks for Compressed Gasesʺ and S-1.1-2003 "Pressure Relief Device Standards – Part 1 – Cylinders for Compressed Gases".

6.2.2 Provisions for UN pressure receptacles 6.2.2.7 Marking of refillable UN pressure receptacles 6.2.2.7.2 The following certification marks shall be applied:

c) The character(s) identifying the country of approval as the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic.*


* Distinguishing sign of the State of registration used on motor vehicles and trailers in


6.2.2.7.4 The following manufacturing marks shall be applied:

(n) The manufacturer's mark registered by the competent authority. When the country of manufacture is not the same as the country of approval, then the manufacturerʹs mark shall be preceded by the character(s) identifying the country of manufacture as the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic.* The country mark and the manufacturer’s mark shall be separated by a space or slash.




6.2.2.7.7 In addition to the preceding marks, each refillable pressure receptacle that meets the periodic and test requirements of 6.2.2.4 shall be marked in sequence as follows:

(a) the character(s) identifying the country authorizing the body performing the periodic inspection and test, as the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic.* This mark is not required if this body is approved by the competent authority of the country approving manufacture;






6.2.2.9 Marking of UN metal hydride storage systems 6.2.2.9.2 The following marks shall be applied:

(c) The character(s) identifying the country of approval as the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic.*




6.2.2.9.4 In addition to the preceding marks, each metal hydride storage system that meets the periodic and test requirements of 6.2.2.4 shall be marked indicating:

(a) The character(s) identifying the country authorizing the body performing the periodic inspection and test, as the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic.* This mark is not required if this body is approved by the competent authority of the country approving manufacture;




6.2.4 Provisions for aerosol dispensers, small receptacles containing gas (gas cartridges) and fuel cell cartridges containing liquefied flammable gas 6.2.4.3 With the approval of the competent authority, aerosols and receptacles, small, are not subject to 6.2.4.1 and 6.2.4.2, if they are required to be sterile but may be adversely affected by water bath testing, provided:

(c) For pharmaceutical products according to (a)(i) and (iii) above, they are manufactured under the authority of a national health administration. If required by the competent authority, the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) established by the World Health Organization (WHO)* shall be followed.


* Refer to WHO publication: Quality assurance of pharmaceuticals. A compendium of

guidelines and related materials. Volume 2: Good manufacturing practices and inspection.



Chapter 6.3 Provisions for the construction and testing of packagings for class 6.2 infectious substances of category A 6.3.4 Marking 6.3.4.2 A packaging that meets the provisions of this section and of 6.3.5 shall be marked with:

(e) the State authorizing the allocation of the mark, the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic;*




Chapter 6.4 Provisions for the construction, testing and approval of packages for radioactive material and for the approval of such material 6.4.23 Applications for approval and approvals for radioactive material transport 6.4.23.11 Each certificate of approval issued by a competent authority shall be assigned an identification mark. The mark shall be of the following generalized type: VRI/number/type code

(a) Except as provided in* 6.4.23.12(b), "VRI" represents the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic of the country issuing the certificate.




Chapter 6.5 Provisions for the construction and testing of intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) 6.5.2 Marking 6.5.2.1 Primary marking 6.5.2.1.1 Each IBC manufactured and intended for use according to these provisions shall bear durable marks which are legible and placed in a location so as to be readily visible. Letters, numbers and symbols shall be at least 12 mm high and shall show:

.5 the State authorizing the allocation of the mark, the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic;*

.7 the stacking test load* in kilograms. For IBCs not designed for stacking, the figure "0" shall be shown;



Corresponding footnotes: * Distinguishing sign of the State of registration used on motor vehicles and trailers in


* The stacking test load in kilograms to be placed on the IBC shall be 1.8 times the

combined maximum permissible gross mass of the number of similar IBC that may be stacked on top of the IBC during transport (see 6.5.6.6.4).

Chapter 6.6 Provisions for the construction and testing of large packagings 6.6.3 Marking 6.6.3.1 Primary marking Each large packaging manufactured and intended for the use according to this Code shall bear marks which are durable, legible and placed in a location so as to be readily visible. Letters, numerals and symbols shall be at least 12 mm high and shall show:

(e) The State authorizing the allocation of the marks, indicated by the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic.*

(g) The stacking test load† in kilograms. For large packagings not designed for stacking, the figure "0" shall be shown.

Corresponding footnotes: * Distinguishing sign of the State of registration used on motor vehicles and trailers in


† The stacking test load in kilograms to be placed on the large packaging shall be 1.8 times

the combined maximum permissible gross mass of the number of similar large packagings that may be stacked on top of the large packaging during transport (see 6.6.5.3.3.4).

Chapter 6.7 Provisions for the design, construction, inspection and testing of portable tanks and multiple-element gas containers (MEGCs)

6.7.2 Provisions for the design, construction, inspection and testing of portable tanks intended for the transport of substances of class 1 and classes 3 to 9 6.7.2.2 General design and construction provisions 6.7.2.2.12 Portable tanks and their fastenings shall, under the maximum permissible load, be capable of absorbing the following separately applied static forces:

.1 in the direction of travel: twice the MPGM multiplied by the acceleration due to gravity (g);*



Corresponding footnote: * For calculation purposes, g = 9.81 m/s2. 6.7.2.18 Design approval 6.7.2.18.1 The competent authority or its authorized body shall issue a design approval certificate for any new design of a portable tank. This certificate shall attest that a portable tank has been surveyed by that authority, is suitable for its intended purpose and meets the provisions of this chapter and, where appropriate, the provisions for substances provided in chapter 4.2 and in the Dangerous Goods List in chapter 3.2. When a series of portable tanks are manufactured without change in the design, the certificate shall be valid for the entire series. The certificate shall refer to the prototype test report, the substances or group of substances allowed to be transported, the materials of construction of the shell and lining (when applicable) and an approval number. The approval number shall consist of the distinguishing sign or mark of the State in whose territory the approval was granted, indicated by the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic* and a registration number. Any alternative arrangements according to 6.7.1.2 shall be indicated on the certificate. A design approval may serve for the approval of smaller portable tanks made of materials of the same kind and thickness, by the same fabrication techniques and with identical supports, equivalent closures and other appurtenances. Corresponding footnote: * Distinguishing sign of the State of registration used on motor vehicles and trailers in


6.7.2.20 Marking 6.7.2.20.1 Every portable tank shall be fitted with a corrosion-resistant metal plate permanently attached to the portable tank in a conspicuous place readily accessible for inspection. When for reasons of portable tank arrangements the plate cannot be permanently attached to the shell, the shell shall be marked with at least the information required by the pressure-vessel code. As a minimum, at least the following information shall be marked on the plate by stamping or by any other similar method:

(d) Pressures

(i) MAWP (in bar gauge or kPa gauge);*

(ii) Test pressure (in bar gauge or kPa gauge);*

(v) External design pressure† (in bar gauge or kPa gauge);*

(vi) MAWP for heating/cooling system (in bar gauge or kPa gauge)*

(when applicable);

(e) Temperatures

(i) Design temperature range (in °C);*



(f) Materials (ii) Equivalent thickness in reference steel (in mm);* and

(g) Capacity

(i) Tank water capacity at 20°C (in litres);*

(h) Periodic inspections and tests

(iii) Test pressure (in bar gauge or kPa gauge)* of the most recent periodic test (if applicable);

Corresponding footnotes: * The unit used shall be indicated. † See 6.7.2.2.10. 6.7.3 Provisions for the design, construction, inspection and testing of portable tanks intended for the transport of non-refrigerated liquefied gases of class 2 6.7.3.2 General design and construction provisions 6.7.3.2.9 Portable tanks and their fastenings shall, under the maximum permissible load, be

capable of absorbing the following separately applied static forces:


.2 horizontally at right angles to the direction of travel: the MPGM (when the

direction of travel is not clearly determined, the forces shall be equal to twice the MPGM) multiplied by the acceleration due to gravity (g);*

.3 vertically upwards: the MPGM multiplied by the acceleration due to gravity

(g);* and .4 vertically downwards: twice the MPGM (total loading including the effect of

gravity) multiplied by the acceleration due to gravity (g).*

Corresponding footnote: * For calculation purposes, g = 9.81 m/s2. 6.7.3.8 Capacity of relief devices 6.7.3.8.1.1 To determine the total required capacity of the relief devices, which shall be regarded as being the sum of the individual capacities of the several devices, the following formula* shall be used:



Corresponding footnote: * This formula applies only to non-refrigerated liquefied gases which have critical

temperatures well above the temperature at the accumulating condition. For gases which have critical temperatures near or below the temperature at the accumulating condition, the calculation of the pressure-relief device delivery capacity shall consider further thermodynamic properties of the gas (see, e.g. CGA S-1.2-2003 Pressure Relief Device Standards – Part 2 – Cargo and Portable Tanks for Compressed Gases).

6.7.3.14 Design approval 6.7.3.14.1 The competent authority or its authorized body shall issue a design approval certificate for any new design of a portable tank. This certificate shall attest that the portable tank has been surveyed by that authority, is suitable for its intended purpose and meets the provisions of this chapter and, when appropriate, the provisions for gases provided in portable tank instruction T50 in 4.2.5.2.6. When a series of portable tanks are manufactured without change in the design, the certificate shall be valid for the entire series. The certificate shall refer to the prototype test report, the gases allowed to be transported, the materials of construction of the shell and an approval number. The approval number shall consist of the distinguishing sign or mark of the State in whose territory the approval was granted, indicated by the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic* and a registration number. Any alternative arrangements according to 6.7.1.2 shall be indicated on the certificate. A design approval may serve for the approval of smaller portable tanks made of materials of the same kind and thickness, by the same fabrication techniques and with identical supports, equivalent closures and other appurtenances. Corresponding footnote: * Distinguishing sign of the State of registration used on motor vehicles and trailers in



(d) pressures


(ii) test pressure (in bar gauge or kPa gauge);*

(v) external design pressure† (in bar gauge or kPa gauge);*

(e) temperatures

(i) design temperature range (in °C);*

(ii) design reference temperature (in °C);*



(f) materials

(ii) equivalent thickness in reference steel (in mm);*

(g) capacity (i) tank water capacity at 20°C (in litres);* (h) periodic inspections and tests

(iii) test pressure (in bar gauge or kPa gauge)* of the most recent periodic test (if applicable);

Corresponding footnotes: * The unit used shall be indicated. † See 6.7.3.2.8. 6.7.4 Provisions for the design, construction, inspection and testing of portable tanks intended for the transport of refrigerated liquefied gases of class 2 6.7.4.2 General design and construction provisions 6.7.4.2.12 Portable tanks and their fastenings under the maximum permissible load shall be capable of absorbing the following separately applied static forces:







Corresponding footnote: * For calculation purposes, g = 9.81 m/s2. 6.7.4.7 Capacity and setting of pressure relief devices 6.7.4.7.4 The required capacity of the relief devices shall be calculated in accordance with a well-established technical code recognized by the competent authority.*

Corresponding footnote: * See, e.g. CGA S-1.2-2003 Pressure Relief Device Standards – Part 2 – Cargo and

Portable Tanks for Compressed Gases.



6.7.4.13 Design approval 6.7.4.13.1 The competent authority or its authorized body shall issue a design approval certificate for any new design of a portable tank. This certificate shall attest that a portable tank has been surveyed by that authority, is suitable for its intended purpose and meets the provisions of this chapter. When a series of portable tanks are manufactured without change in the design, the certificate shall be valid for the entire series. The certificate shall refer to the prototype test report, the refrigerated liquefied gases allowed to be transported, the materials of construction of the shell and jacket and an approval number. The approval number shall consist of the distinguishing sign or mark of the State in whose territory the approval was granted, indicated by the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic* and a registration number. Any alternative arrangements according to 6.7.1.2 shall be indicated on the certificate. A design approval may serve for the approval of smaller portable tanks made of materials of the same kind and thickness, by the same fabrication techniques and with identical supports, equivalent closures and other appurtenances. Corresponding footnote: * Distinguishing sign of the State of registration used on motor vehicles and trailers in



(d) pressures


(ii) test pressure (in bar gauge or kPa gauge);*

(e) temperatures

(i) minimum design temperature (in °C);*

(f) materials

(ii) equivalent thickness in reference steel (in mm);*

(g) capacity

(i) tank water capacity at 20°C (in litres);*

(h) insulation

(ii) effectiveness of the insulation system (heat influx) (in Watts);*



(i) holding times – for each refrigerated liquefied gas permitted to be transported in the portable tank:

(ii) reference holding time (in days or hours);*

(iii) initial pressure (in bar gauge or kPa gauge);* (iv) degree of filling (in kg);*

Corresponding footnote: * The unit used shall be indicated.

6.7.5 Provisions for the design, construction, inspection and testing of multiple-element gas containers (MEGCs) intended for the transport of non-refrigerated gases 6.7.5.2 General design and construction provisions 6.7.5.2.8 MEGCs and their fastenings shall, under the maximum permissible load, be capable of withstanding the following separately applied static forces:







Corresponding footnote: * For calculation purposes, g = 9.81 m/s2. 6.7.5.11 Design approval 6.7.5.11.1 The competent authority or its authorized body shall issue a design approval certificate for any new design of an MEGC. This certificate shall attest that the MEGC has been surveyed by that authority, is suitable for its intended purpose and meets the requirements of this chapter, the applicable provisions for gases of chapter 4.1 and of packing instruction P200. When a series of MEGCs are manufactured without change in the design, the certificate shall be valid for the entire series. The certificate shall refer to the prototype test report, the materials of construction of the manifold, the standards to which the elements are made and an approval number. The approval number shall consist of the distinguishing sign or mark of the country granting the approval, indicated by the distinguishing sign used on vehicles in international road traffic* and a registration number. Any alternative arrangements according to 6.7.1.2 shall be indicated on the certificate. A design approval may serve for the approval of smaller MEGCs made of materials of the same type and thickness, by the same fabrication techniques and with identical supports, equivalent closures and other appurtenances.





6.7.5.13 Marking 6.7.5.13.1 Every MEGC shall be fitted with a corrosion-resistant metal plate permanently attached to the MEGC in a conspicuous place readily accessible for inspection. The metal plate shall not be affixed to the elements. The elements shall be marked in accordance with chapter 6.2. As a minimum, at least the following information shall be marked on the plate by stamping or by any other similar method:

(d) pressures

(i) test pressure (in bar gauge);*

(e) temperatures

(i) design temperature range (in °C);*

(f) elements/capacity

(ii) total water capacity (in litres);*

Corresponding footnote: * The unit used shall be indicated. Chapter 6.8 Provisions for road tank vehicles and road gas elements vehicles 6.8.1 General 6.8.1.1 Tank and elements support frameworks, fitting and tie-down attachments*

Corresponding footnote: * See also IMO Assembly resolution A.581(14) of 20 November 1985, Guidelines for

securing arrangements for the transport of road vehicles on ro-ro ships. 6.8.2 Road tank vehicles for long international voyages for substances of classes 3 to 9 6.8.2.1 Design and construction 6.8.2.1.1 A road tank vehicle for long international voyages shall be fitted with a tank complying with the provisions of chapters 4.2 and 6.7 and shall comply with the relevant provisions for tank supports, frameworks, lifting and tie-down attachments,* except for the provisions for forklift pockets, and in addition comply with the provisions of 6.8.1.1.1.



Corresponding footnote: * See also IMO Assembly resolution A.581(14) of 20 November 1985, Guidelines for

securing arrangements for the transport of road vehicles on ro-ro ships. 6.8.2.2 Approval, testing and marking 6.8.2.2.2 The tank supports and tie-down attachments* of vehicles for long international voyages shall be included in the visual external inspection provided for in 6.7.2.19. Corresponding footnote: * See also IMO Assembly resolution A.581(14) of 20 November 1985, Guidelines for

securing arrangements for the transport of road vehicles on ro-ro ships. 6.8.3 Road tank vehicles and road gas elements vehicles for short international voyages 6.8.3.4 Road gas elements vehicles for compressed gases of class 2 (IMO Type 9) 6.8.3.4.2 Design and construction 6.8.3.4.2.1 An IMO type 9 tank shall comply with the provisions of 6.7.5 with the exception that the horizontal forces at right angles to the direction of travel shall be the MPGM multiplied by the acceleration due to gravity (g);* and that the inspection and testing shall be in accordance with the competent authority where the road gas elements vehicle is approved. Corresponding footnote: * For calculation purposes, g = 9.81 m/s2. Chapter 6.9 Provisions for the design, construction, inspection and testing of bulk containers 6.9.5 Requirements for the design, construction, inspection and testing of flexible bulk containers BK3 6.9.5.5 Marking 6.9.5.5.1 Each flexible bulk container manufactured and intended for use according to these provisions shall bear marks that are durable, legible and placed in a location so as to be readily visible. Letters, numerals and symbols shall be at least 24 mm high and shall show:

(e) the character(s) identifying the country authorizing the allocation of the mark; as the distinguishing signs used on vehicles in international road traffic;*





PART 7 PROVISIONS CONCERNING TRANSPORT OPERATIONS

Chapter 7.1 General stowage provisions 7.1.2 Definitions Potential sources of ignition means, but is not limited to, open fires, machinery exhausts, galley uptakes, electrical outlets and electrical equipment including those on refrigerated or heated cargo transport units unless they are of certified safe type.*

Corresponding footnote: * For cargo spaces, refer to SOLAS II-2/19.3.2 and for refrigerated or heated cargo

transport units refer to Recommendations published by the International Electrotechnical Commission, in particular IEC 60079.

Chapter 7.3 Consigning operations concerning the packing and use of cargo transport units (CTUs) and related provisions 7.3.2 General provisions for cargo transport units 7.3.2.2 Unless otherwise specified, the applicable provisions of the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) 1972,* as amended, shall be followed for the use of any cargo transport unit which meets the definition of a "container" within the terms of that Convention. Corresponding footnote: * See IMO publication, sales number IC282E. 7.3.3 Packing of cargo transport units†

7.3.3.1 Prior to the use of a cargo transport unit it shall be checked to ensure that it is apparently fit for its intended purpose.‡

Corresponding footnotes:

† See CTU Code. ‡ For safety approval plates and maintenance and examination of containers see the

International Convention for Safe Containers, 1972, as amended, annex I, regulations 1 and 2 (see 1.1.2.3).

7.3.5 Tracking and monitoring equipment When security devices, beacons or other tracking or monitoring equipment are used, they shall be securely installed to the cargo transport unit and shall be of a certified safe type* for the dangerous goods that will be carried within the cargo transport unit. Corresponding footnote:

* Refer to the Recommendations published by the International Electrotechnical

Commission, in particular, to publication IEC 60079.



7.3.7 Cargo transport units under temperature control 7.3.7.2 General provisions 7.3.7.2.3 These provisions also apply to the transport of substances for which:

.2 the self-accelerating decomposition temperature (SADT) or the self-accelerating polymerization temperature (SAPT)* determined for the substance (with or without chemical stabilization) as offered for transport is:


* The SAPT shall be determined in accordance with the test procedures established for

the SADT for self-reactive substances in accordance with part II, section 28 of the Manual of Tests and Criteria.

7.3.7.4 Methods of temperature control 7.3.7.4.5 If an electrical supply is necessary for the cargo transport unit to operate the refrigeration or heating equipment, it shall be ensured that the correct connecting plugs are fitted. For under deck stowage, plugs shall, as a minimum, be of an IP 55 enclosure in accordance with IEC Publication 60529,* with the specification for electrical equipment of temperature class T4 and explosion group IIB. However, when stowed on deck, these plugs shall be of an IP 56 enclosure in accordance with IEC Publication 60529.*


* Reference is made to the Recommendations published by the International

Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and, in particular, to publication 60529 Classification of Degrees of Protection provided by Enclosures.

Chapter 7.4 Stowage and segregation on containerships 7.4.2 Stowage requirements 7.4.2.2 Provisions for ships with partially weathertight hatchway covers 7.4.2.2.1 Provisions for partially weathertight hatchway covers with effective gutterbars*

7.4.2.2.1.1 Partially weathertight hatchway covers fitted with effective gutterbars* can be regarded as "resistant to fire and liquid" for the purpose of stowage and segregation of containers containing dangerous goods on containerships fitted with such hatchway covers. Additionally segregation requirements shall be in accordance with the requirements in paragraph 7.4.3.2. 7.4.2.2.1.2 When "not in the same vertical line unless separated by a deck" is required, containers containing dangerous goods shall not be stowed in any tier directly above a clear gap* unless the cargo hold complies with the relevant requirements for the class and flashpoint of the dangerous goods in regulation II-2/19 of SOLAS 74, as amended, or regulation II-2/54 of SOLAS, as amended by resolutions indicated in II-2/1.2.1, as applicable. Additionally, containers containing incompatible dangerous goods shall not be stowed within the relevant sensitive vertical lines* under deck.



7.4.2.2.2 Provisions for partially weathertight hatchway covers without effective gutterbars*

7.4.2.2.2.2 Where hatchway covers are not fitted with effective gutterbars,* the following applies where stowage "not in the same vertical line" is required in 7.4.3.3. 7.4.2.2.2.3 When containers containing dangerous goods are stowed on deck, containers containing incompatible dangerous goods shall not be stowed within the relevant sensitive vertical lines* of any clear gap* on either side of the hatchway cover below deck. 7.4.2.2.2.4 When containers containing dangerous goods are stowed below deck within the relevant sensitive vertical lines of a clear gap, containers with incompatible dangerous goods shall not be stowed on the hatches above the hold.*


* For definitions and details see MSC/Circ.1087 found in the IMDG Code Supplement. Chapter 7.6 Stowage and segregation on general cargo ships 7.6.2 Stowage and handling provisions 7.6.2.1 Provisions for all classes 7.6.2.1.8 Packages and cargo transport units and any other goods shall be adequately braced and secured for the voyage.* Packages shall be loaded in such a way that there will be a minimum likelihood of damage to them and to any fittings during transport. Fittings on packages or portable tanks shall be adequately protected. Corresponding footnote: * Refer to regulation VII/5 of SOLAS, as amended. Chapter 7.8 Special requirements in the event of an incident and fire precautions involving dangerous goods 7.8.4 Special provisions for incidents involving radioactive material 7.8.4.6 In the event of a package containing radioactive material suffering from breakage or leakage while the ship is in port, the port authorities should be informed and advice obtained from them or from the competent authority.* Procedures have been drawn up in many countries for summoning radiological assistance in any such emergency. Corresponding footnote: * Reference is made to chapter 7.9 and the IAEA list of national competent authorities

responsible for approvals and authorizations in respect of the transport of radioactive material. The list is updated annually.



Chapter 7.9 Exemptions, approvals and certificates 7.9.3 Contact information for the main designated national competent authorities Contact information for the main designated national competent authorities concerned is given in this paragraph.* Corrections to these addresses should be sent to the Organization.† Corresponding footnotes: * Reference is made to MSC.1/Circ.1517, as may be amended, which provides a more

comprehensive listing of contact information for competent authorities and bodies. † International Maritime Organization 4 Albert Embankment London SE1 7SR United Kingdom

Email: [email protected] Fax: +44 20 7587 3120

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