Design, manufacture and use of intermediate bulk containers for the transportation of dangerous goods, Classes 3, 4, 5, 6.1, 8 and 9

Note: The scope for this NOI (originally published on October 1, 2019) was updated by the responsible SDO on July 20, 2021.

1.1       Organization and content

This standard sets out requirements for designing, manufacturing and marking of Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) and for selecting and using means of containment for the transportation of dangerous goods of Classes 3, 4, 5, 6.1, 8 and 9. This standard consists of two parts and five annexes.

Part I contains the requirements for the design, manufacture and marking of UN standardized IBCs.

Part II contains the requirements for the selection and use of means of containment for the transportation of dangerous goods of Classes 3, 4, 5, 6.1, 8 and 9.

Annex A sets out the minimum requirements for the completion of a UN standardized IBC design type report submitted to the Director.

Annex B, Part 1 contains a list of packing instruction numbers for dangerous goods.

Annex B, Part 2 contains the detailed packing instruction information.

Annex C contains the periodic leak test and inspection registration process and requirements.

Annex D contains a table that provides examples of maximum vapour pressures for liquid dangerous goods transported in specified IBC design types.

Annex E contains guidance for minimum venting capacity for metal IBCs used for transporting liquids

NOTE    Requirements on the packaging, handling, offering for transport and transport of Explosives (Class 1) may be found in CAN/CGSB-43.151.

1.2       Application

This standard applies to both standardized and non-standardized means of containment as defined in the TDG Regulations.

1.3       Minimum requirements

This standard sets out certain minimum requirements regarding the design, construction, qualification, selection and use and testing of means of containment. It is essential to exercise competent technical and engineering judgment in conjunction with this standard.

It is the responsibility of the IBC manufacturer to ensure that the IBC will safely carry out its intended function within these constraints.

1.4       Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act and Regulations prevalence

The Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act (TDG Act), 1992 and the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDG Regulations) may call for additional requirements regarding the design, construction, qualification, selection, use, and testing of means of containment. Where there is an inconsistency between the requirements of this standard and those of the TDG Act or TDG Regulations, the Act or Regulations prevail to the extent of the inconsistency.

It should be noted that this standard, by itself, does not have the force of law unless it is officially adopted by a regulatory authority. It is recommended to read the standard in conjunction with the TDG Regulations.

1.5       Safety

The testing and evaluation of a product against this standard may require the use of materials and/or equipment that could be hazardous. This document does not purport to address all the safety aspects associated with its use. Anyone using this standard has the responsibility to consult the appropriate authorities and to establish appropriate health and safety practices in conjunction with any applicable regulatory requirements prior to its use.

1.6       Units

Quantities and dimensions used in this standard are given in metric units.

NOTE         Both °B (indicating Baumé scale) and USC units (indicating United States customary units) are used in the standard. SI or metric units are not available for these measurements.

1.7       Classification

Dangerous goods are classified in accordance with Part 2 of the TDG Regulations and the appropriate UN number, shipping name and description, class, packing group/category, as applicable, are assigned.