IATA DGR Radioactive Material Markings Types A, B, and C

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 of the IATA DGR)

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 of the IATA DGR)

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