Dangerous Goods

Étiquette 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.

Quick answer: 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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Quick answer

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.

Why it matters

Étiquette d’Orientation matters because it supports clear communication in Dangerous Goods contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

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Questions and answers

What is Étiquette d’Orientation?

In this glossary, Étiquette d’Orientation refers to: 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.

How is Étiquette d’Orientation used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Les étiquettes d’orientation avec flèches doivent être apposées sur deux côtés opposés des colis contenant des liquides, conformément à l'IATA DGR."

Why does Étiquette d’Orientation matter in logistics?

Étiquette d’Orientation matters because it supports clear communication in Dangerous Goods contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

Who uses Étiquette d’Orientation?

Étiquette d’Orientation is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Étiquette d’Orientation belong to?

In this glossary, Étiquette d’Orientation is grouped under Dangerous Goods. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO and published by Protermify Logistics as a static logistics reference page.

Definition

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.

Operational example

Orientation labels with arrows must be placed on two opposite sides of packages containing liquids, as required by IATA DGR.

Localized term

Étiquette d’Orientation

Localized example

Les étiquettes d’orientation avec flèches doivent être apposées sur deux côtés opposés des colis contenant des liquides, conformément à l'IATA DGR.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

Category

Dangerous Goods

Exam relevance

  • FIATA Diploma
  • CILT Certification
  • IATA DGR

Target audience

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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