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IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods) Code

RegSenseezExplanationPipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), DOTHazmat SafetyBest ResultsHazmat: WaterHazmat: WaterFocus AreaEnglishTransportationUSA

This two-volume set contains key regulatory information for transporting hazardous materials by vessel. It covers how materials are classified, what paperwork is needed, how to label and placard shipments, storage requirements, and other important regulations.

There's also a separate supplement available that includes emergency response procedures, medical first aid guidance, reporting steps, instructions for packing cargo transport units, safe pesticide use, details on the INF Code, and an appendix with additional helpful information.

Scope

International shipments of dangerous goods by water (vessel) must comply with the IMO's International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code.

Regulatory citations

  • 49 CFR 171.22 — Authorization and conditions for the use of international standards and regulations
  • 49 CFR 171.23 — Requirements for specific materials and packagings transported under the ICAO technical instructions, IMDG code, Transport Canada TDG regulations, or the IAEA regulations
  • 49 CFR 171.25 — Additional requirements for the use of the IMDG code

Key definitions

  • INF code: The International Code for the Safe Carriage of Packaged Irradiated Nuclear Fuel, Plutonium and High-Level Radioactive Wastes on board Ships.
  • International Maritime Organization (IMO): The United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine and atmospheric pollution by ships.

Summary of requirements

In sections 171.22, 171.23, and 171.25 of the U.S. Hazardous Materials Regulations, the IMDG Code is recognized and allowed to be used, under certain conditions.

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