Radioactive Material - Package Specification Markings

Type A packages must be marked with the following:

• The words "TYPE A"
• VRI code of the country of origin and design
• Name of the manufacturer or other packaging identification specified by the competent authority

Type B packages must be marked with the following:

• The words "TYPE B(U)" or "TYPE B(M)," as appropriate
• Identification mark allocated to the design by the competent authority
• Serial number
• Trefoil symbol (shown in Figure 10.7.1.A)

Type C packages must be marked with the following:

• The words "TYPE C"
• Identification mark allocated to the design by the competent authority
• Serial number
• Trefoil symbol (shown in Figure 10.7.1.A)

Packages containing fissile material must be marked according to the requirements of its packaging type. The identification mark should contain one of the following code types:
"AF," "B(U)F," "B(M)F," "CF," or "IF."

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