What are the different types of approved "ESPT" or "GRV"?
Transporting dangerous goods in packages: What are the requirements for transportable pressure equipment and IBCs?
Practical sheet REF: FIC1238 V1
What are the different types of approved "ESPT" or "GRV"?
Transporting dangerous goods in packages: What are the requirements for transportable pressure equipment and IBCs?

Author : Valérie GUILLET

Publication date: May 10, 2025 | Lire en français

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4. What are the different types of approved "ESPT" or "GRV"?

4.1 Types of "IBCs

The different types of approved "IBC" are identified by a code. This code is made up of two digits, indicating the type of "IBC", according to the following nomenclature:

  • "11": rigid IBCs for solids, with gravity filling or emptying;

  • "21": rigid IBCs for solids, with pressurized filling or emptying;

  • "31": rigid IBC for liquids;

  • "13": flexible IBCs for solids, with gravity filling or emptying.

The code number(s) are then followed by one or two letters indicating the construction material, according to the following nomenclature:

  • "A":...

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