Performance Oriented Packaging Testing of Container, Shipping and Storage, CNU-163/E for Packing Group 2 Solid Hazardous Materials

Abstract

Qualification tests were performed to determine whether the in- service CNU-163/E Shipping and Storage Container could be utilized to contain properly dunnaged solid type hazardous materials weighing up to a gross weight of 109 kg (240 pounds). The tests were conducted in accordance with Performance Oriented Packaging (POP) requirements specified by the United Nations Recommendations on the Transportation of Dangerous Goods. The containers have conformed to the POP performance requirements; i.e., containers successfully retained their contents throughout the specified tests.

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1992
Accession Number
ADA245534

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