Boîte métallique
A cylindrical or rectangular metal container used for the secure transport of dangerous goods such as solvents, paints, or flammable liquids, conforming to UN packaging standards.
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Caisse en bois
A solid or slatted wooden box designed for shipping and protecting heavy or large dangerous goods, as per international packaging standards.
View termCaisse en plastique
A rigid plastic box used for the storage and transport of dangerous goods, offering lightweight protection and chemical resistance.
View termCarton d’aérosol (homologué ONU)
A UN-certified outer packaging designed specifically for transporting multiple aerosol cans, conforming to IATA/ICAO, ADR, and IMDG requirements.
View termConformité de Surobjet
The regulatory requirement that an overpack containing dangerous goods meets all applicable marking, documentation, and handling standards as per IATA, IMDG, ADR.
View termContrôle de température
Operational process or equipment to maintain required temperature ranges for dangerous goods during transport, as specified by IATA DGR, IMDG Code, and carrier instructions.
View termDispositif de ventilation
A device integrated into packaging or closure to allow safe release of gas or vapor, preventing pressure buildup as per dangerous goods transport regulations.
View termDoublure protectrice
A liner placed within a package or container to provide an additional barrier, preventing contamination or reaction between contents and the packaging material.
View termDécompression
A built-in safety feature in packaging or closures designed to prevent excessive internal pressure by allowing controlled venting, per IATA and IMDG regulations.
View termEmballage extérieur
The external packaging used to contain and protect one or more inner or intermediate packagings; provides structural integrity for the transport of dangerous goods.
View termEmballage intermédiaire
A packaging component positioned between inner and outer packaging to provide additional protection, separation, or containment for dangerous goods.
View termEmballage intérieur
Packaging for containment placed inside an outer packaging; used in combination packaging for dangerous goods to provide separation and protection.
View termEmballage isotherme
A specialized package with thermal insulation properties designed to protect temperature-sensitive dangerous goods during transport.
View termEmballage unique
A packaging consisting of only one receptacle and any absorbent, cushioning and other components necessary for the packaging to perform its containment function. Used for dangerous goods as per IATA DGR, IMDG Code.
View termEssai d'Étanchéité
A required test for packaging that involves checking for leaks or loss of contents to ensure safe transport of liquids, as specified in UN and IATA regulations.
View termEssai de Chute
A mandatory test for dangerous goods packaging in which a filled package is dropped from a specified height to verify integrity, per UN requirements.
View termEssai de Compatibilité
A test performed to ensure that the packaging material does not react adversely with the dangerous goods, required for UN packaging approval.
View termEssai d’Empilage
A test required by UN regulations to confirm a packaging’s ability to withstand a specified compressive load over time, simulating stacking during storage and transport.
View termEssai Hydraulique
A regulatory test in which a packaging is filled with liquid and subjected to internal pressure to verify integrity, as required for UN-approved containers for liquids.
View termEssais de Performance
A series of standardized laboratory tests (drop, leak, stack, etc.) performed on packaging to ensure compliance with UN requirements for dangerous goods transport.
View termFilm à bulles
A flexible, shock-absorbing plastic wrap (commonly bubble wrap) used to protect fragile dangerous goods within packages during handling and transport.
View termFût de Sauvetage
A specially constructed drum used to contain leaking, damaged, or non-compliant packages of dangerous goods during transport, as per UN Model Regulations.
View termFût en Acier
A cylindrical container made of steel, used to transport liquids or solids, including regulated dangerous goods under UN codes (e.g., UN1A1/UN1A2).
View termFût en Carton
A cylindrical container made of fiberboard, used for packing solid or powdered substances, including certain dangerous goods per UN packaging codes.
View termGroupe d’Emballage
A classification that reflects the degree of danger presented by a substance, determining the type of packaging required (I, II, III) per UN Model Regulations, IATA DGR, IMDG, ADR.
View termIndicateur de choc
A single-use device attached to a package to show if excessive shock or impact has occurred during transit, used for monitoring sensitive or dangerous goods.
View termIndicateur d’inclinaison
A device attached to a shipment to detect and indicate if a package has been tilted beyond a preset angle during handling or transit.
View termInsert en mousse
A precut or custom-formed foam component placed inside packaging to immobilize and protect dangerous goods, widely used for laboratory vials or sensitive instruments.
View termInstruction de fermeture
Official instructions provided by the packaging manufacturer detailing correct closure methods and torque for dangerous goods packaging, as required by UN certification.
View termInstruction d’Emballage
A specific regulatory code or set of rules that prescribes the approved methods, materials, and container types for packaging dangerous goods for transport, as detailed in IATA DGR, IMDG, ADR.
View termInstruction d’emballage
A specific regulatory code or set of detailed requirements issued by authorities (e.g. IATA, IMDG, ADR) dictating the permitted packaging methods for dangerous goods shipments.
View termIntégrité structurelle
The ability of packaging to maintain its shape and containment function under normal transport conditions, as required by UN performance tests.
View termMarquage Lithium
A specific mark required on packages containing lithium batteries, as specified by IATA DGR, IMDG, ADR, for air, sea, and road transport.
View termMarquage Surobjet
A regulatory marking required on an overpack containing dangerous goods, to indicate that multiple packages are combined for transport (IATA, IMDG, ADR).
View termMatériau absorbant
Material placed inside packaging to absorb liquids in case of leakage or spillage of dangerous goods, as specified in UN packaging instructions.
View termMatériau de calage
Material placed around or between packages or within packaging to protect dangerous goods from shocks and vibration during transport, as specified by IATA DGR and IMDG Code.
View termProtection de robinet
A safety device or enclosure designed to shield the valve of a gas cylinder from impact or accidental operation during handling and transport.
View termQuantité Exceptée
A special regulatory category for dangerous goods packed in very small quantities, meeting strict limits, with further reduced packaging and documentation requirements (IATA DGR, IMDG, ADR).
View termQuantité Limitée
A regulatory designation for shipments of dangerous goods packed in small amounts, allowing for reduced packaging, marking, and documentation under transport rules (IATA DGR, ADR, IMDG).
View termRobinet de bouteille
A specialized valve fitted to the neck of a gas cylinder to control the flow and ensure secure containment during handling and transport.
View termRécipient sous pression
A container designed to hold gases or liquids at pressures substantially different from ambient pressure, regulated for transport under UN and IMDG codes.
View termScellé de bouchon
A tamper-evident seal or closure applied to the valve or opening of a drum or cylinder to ensure security and integrity during transport.
View termScellé de sécurité
A tamper-evident closure applied to packaging or container openings to indicate unauthorized access, used in accordance with IATA DGR, IMDG, and carrier security protocols.
View termScellé inviolable
A single-use seal applied to container or package closures that shows visible evidence if tampered with, as required by carrier and customs security standards.
View termVermiculite de remplissage
A granular, absorbent mineral used as loose fill inside packages to absorb leaks and cushion dangerous goods, required for certain hazardous liquid shipments.
View termVerrou à poussoir
A security device fitted to the valve of a gas cylinder or container to prevent unauthorized access or accidental opening during handling and transport.
View termÉtiquette d'impact
A label or sticker applied to a package to indicate if the shipment has experienced impact above a specified threshold during transport.
View termÉtiquette de Danger
A regulatory label applied to packages of dangerous goods to identify the nature of the hazard per IATA DGR, IMDG, and ADR transport rules.
View termÉtiquette de Manutention
A label indicating special handling instructions for packages, such as orientation, temperature sensitivity, or restrictions, required by transport regulations.
View termÉtiquette d’Orientation
A label showing the correct upright position of a package, mandatory for certain dangerous goods by IATA DGR, IMDG, and ADR, to prevent leaks or spillage.
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