Radioactive Material - Marking & Labeling

The following markings are required for all Industrial Package Types IP-1, IP-2, and IP-3, Type A, Type B(U), Type B(M), and Type C packages containing radioactive material:

• Proper shipping name
• UN number
• Full name and address of the shipper and consignee
• Permissible gross weight of the package if it exceeds 50 kg
• Additional required markings, such as when dry ice is used as a refrigerant

If an overpack is used and not all of the required markings are visible, the overpack must be marked with the following:

• The word "OVERPACK"
• The UN number, proper shipping name, and full name and address of the shipper and consignee
• Any special handling instructions

All packages and overpacks containing radioactive material must have a hazard label as specified in Subsection 4.2 List of Dangerous Goods, along with any hazard labels for subsidiary hazards. Fissile material must also have a Criticality Safety Index label.

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