When marking the outside of a category b package, the shipper and consignee addresses:

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When packing Category B what should be marked on the package?

Category B infectious substances have the proper shipping name “Biological Substance, Category B” and the identification number UN 3373. Category B infectious substances must be tripled packaged and compliant with IATA Packing Instruction 650 detailed below.

Which of these labels should be used on the rigid outer package for a Category B substance?

» Packaging must maintain integrity and temperature. » Rigid outer packaging must be marked with Class 9 miscellaneous dangerous goods label, the proper shipping name: “Dry Ice”, the UN1845 hazard identification, and the quantity included in kg.

Where should an itemized list of contents be placed in the packaging for a Category B or exempt substance?

You must include an itemized list of contents between the secondary packaging and the outer packaging.

What are the minimum dimensions for one surface of the outer packaging of a category B package?

At least one surface of the outer packaging must have a minimum dimension of 100 mm by 100 mm (3.9 inches).