Utilities

IMCO specifications.

International standards for identifying, classifying and labeling hazardous materials transported by sea, so every container, vessel and handling point follows strict safety measures.

By using globally recognized hazard labels, documentation and packing rules, IMCO makes sure dangerous goods are shipped, stored and handled safely throughout the maritime logistics chain. Labels measure 100 mm (3.9 in) on all sides.

1

Class 1 · Explosives

Divisions 1.1 – 1.6

2

Class 2 · Gases

Flammable, non-flammable and toxic gases: divisions 2.1 – 2.3

3

Class 3 · Flammable liquids

Liquids that give off flammable vapour

4

Class 4 · Flammable solids

Flammable solids, spontaneously combustible, and dangerous when wet: divisions 4.1 – 4.3

5

Class 5 · Oxidizers & organic peroxides

Divisions 5.1 and 5.2

6

Class 6 · Toxic & infectious substances

Poison, inhalation hazard, infectious substance: divisions 6.1 and 6.2

7

Class 7 · Radioactive material

Categories I, II and III, and fissile material

8

Class 8 · Corrosives

Substances that damage skin or metal

9

Class 9 · Miscellaneous dangerous goods

Other hazardous materials, including lithium batteries

Hazardous materials warning labels

Shipping dangerous goods? Read our guide to IMCO/IMDG regulations.

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