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Using UN Packaging
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UN approved packagings must be used in accordance with the approval documents (test report and certificate). It is a requirement that the user of the packaging has a copy of the test report and also receives clear instructions concerning the closing of the packaging e.g. method of taping or closure torque. Broadly the UN addresses two types of packaging; the single and the combination. |
The single packaging which would have a mark similar to:
The mark is for:
- A non removable head steel drum (1A1)
- Suitable for packing group two liquid with a relative density of 1.4 (Y1.4)
- The substance can have a vapour pressure of approximately 140kPa leaving a safety factor of 60kPa (200kPa)
The mark does not describe the type of liquid (viscosity), closure method or closing torque - these are included when necessary in the test report and certificate.
The combination packaging which would have a mark similar to:
The mark is for:
- A fibreboard box (4G)
- Suitable for substances/articles of packing groups one, two or three up to 20Kg gross mass (X20)
- For inner packagings. articles and solids (S)
The information does not tell you whether:
- Inner packagings were tested or of what type (e.g plastics bottles, metal cans paper bags) or articles or solids -the box may only be used for the contents that was tested and is recorded in the test report.
- The box when filled needs cushioning or absorbent material or whether there are special fittings
- The box must be closed in a particular way.
All this information is included in the test report and certificate as provided by VCA or one of the other 15 UKAS approved test sites.
For further information contact:
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Ian Bryer |
Keith White |
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Tel: +44 (0)1372 226114 |
Tel: +44 (0)1372 226113 |
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Fax: +44 (0)1372 226116 |
Fax: +44 (0)1372 226116 |
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Email: ian.bryer@vca.gov.uk |
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