This standard sets out requirements for the design and manufacture of packaging that is to be used for the transportation of infectious substances, diagnostic specimens, biological products or (bio) medical waste.

Conformity assessment requirements are contained in this standard. There are three categories of packaging in this standard: Type 1A (UN Standard Infectious Substance Packaging), Type 1B and Type 1C. UN Standard infectious Substance Packaging is based on Chapter 6.3 of the Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Model Regulations, 11th edition, published by the United Nations. Type 1B packaging is based on par. 2.6.3.3.2 of that document. Type 1C packaging consists of a number of packaging options for the transportation of (bio) medical waste.

This standard has been incorporated by reference into the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations. Where there are differences between the requirements of the TDG Regulations and this standard, the TDG Regulations prevail.

SCOPE -- Organization and Content -- This standard sets out requirements for the design and manufacture of packaging used for the transportation of infectious substances, diagnostic specimens, biological products or (bio) medical waste. There are three categories of packaging: Type 1A (UN Standard Infectious Substance Packaging), Type 1B and Type 1C, UN Standard Infectious Substance Packaging is based on Chapter 6.3 of the Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Model Regulations, 11th Edition, published by the United Nations. Type 1B packaging is based on par. 2.6.3.3.2 of that document. Type 1C packaging consists of a number of packaging options for the transportation of (bio) medical waste.

Application -- This standard does not address the use of the packaging. The Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDG Regulations) specify which packaging type is to be used for the transportation of infectious substances, diagnostic specimens, biological products or (bio) medical waste.

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 requirements prior to its use.