IMDG-CODE

IMDG Code IMO maritime dangerous goods.

Definition

IMDG Code structure: Volume 1 + Volume 2 + Supplement. Part 1 General provisions, Part 2 Classification 9 UN classes (common with ICAO TI), Part 3 Dangerous Goods List (UN Numbers UN0001-UN3548), Part 4 Packing & Tank Provisions, Part 5 Consignment Procedures (placards + labels + marking), Part 6 Construction & Testing Packagings/IBCs/Tanks, Part 7 Provisions concerning Transport Operations (cargo holds segregation, container loading). Updates: Amendment 40-20 (2020-2021), 41-22 (2022-2023, mandatory 1 June 2023), 42-24 (2024-2025, mandatory 1 June 2025). MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) + DGD (Dangerous Goods Declaration) mandatory shipper-prepared. IMO Form Container packing Certificate. Detailed stowage requirements by cargo type.

Origin

IMO IMCO 1959 foundation ; SOLAS 1974 Chapter VII references IMDG ; IMDG Code 1965 first edition ; bi-annual updates ; Amendment 41-22 mandatory 1 June 2023.

Example in context

Maersk container shipment 20 tonnes chlorine UN1017 (Class 2.3 Toxic Gas) Antwerp -> Sao Paulo: IMDG Code compliance, container marking placards Class 2.3, cargo hold position aft segregation requirements, MSDS + DGD mandatory, IMO container packing Certificate ; refuse acceptance without documents.

Related terms

• ICAO DGR — aviation equivalent.