IATA Hazard Labels

Hazard labels are required on packages and overpacks as specified in Subsection 4.2 of the IATA List of Dangerous Goods, column D. A primary hazard label is specified for each listed article and substance, and a secondary hazard label or labels must also be applied for any subsidiary risks. The labels identifying the primary and subsidiary hazards must bear the class or division number, as required.

Each class and division hazard label is described in Subsections 7.2.3.3 through 7.2.3.9 of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. They are discussed in more detail in the class-specific training modules.

Salvage packagings must be labeled with all appropriate labels for the dangerous goods contained within the packaging, as well as a "Cargo Aircraft Only" label, if required.

Empty packaging that previously contained dangerous goods must be labeled as if it still contained the dangerous goods, unless it has been properly cleaned, purged of vapors, and refilled with non-dangerous goods to nullify any hazard.

If two or more dangerous goods are packed in the same outer packaging, the package must be labeled as required for each dangerous good substance. Only one hazard label is required for each class or division contained within the package.

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