·An
UN Certificate, often referred to as a IIP Certificate, is issued by the Indian
Institute of Packaging (IIP) for packages containing hazardous and dangerous
goods. This certification ensures that the packaging meets international
standards for the safe transportation of these materials by sea or air.
·In
India, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and waterways, Govt. of India and
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (Ministry of Civil Aviation, Govt. of
India) have authorized the Indian Institute of Packaging as a nodal agency to
conduct the various performance tests on bulk packages and also to issue the UN
Certificates. The Institute has been providing these services to a large number
of industries across the country and thus promoting the export of hazardous
goods. The Institute has got well equipped laboratories for the testing of
different parameters related to IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods)
as well as ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) Regulations.
·IIP
issues UN / IIP Certificate only after performing tests of the package samples,
according to UN Standards for transportation of DG / Hazmat / Hazardous Goods,
by Air (IATA/ICAO) & Sea (IMDG Code), thus shipments should be reasonably
capable of resisting under all forms of climatic environments, wear and tear
during transport, leak-proof, etc., while at the same time recording flawlessly
the existence of the hazardous goods packed or filled in the package and the
key constraints on package capability should be. Such an effective and
competent process requires a person to be well versed in all relevant
international transport standards. An UN packaging code displays type of the
package being shipped. It also reveals that the packaging has passed tests set
as per UN Standards for packages containing Hazmat or DG Goods. The physical
features of the components of the packages are defined by the different test
stages.
Importance of UN Certification:
·The
United Nations has established international regulations for the transportation
of hazardous materials to ensure safety and minimize risks. These regulations,
such as the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG) for sea
transportation and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air are
adopted by member countries.
Benefits of IIP Certification:
·Enhanced
Safety:Ensures safe
transportation of hazardous goods, reducing risks to people and the
environment.
·International
Recognition:Facilitates the
international trade of hazardous goods by adhering to global standards.
·Quality
Assurance:Improves the
quality and standardization of industrial packaging.
·Regulatory
Compliance:Helps
businesses comply with international regulations and avoid penalties.
·Market Access:Opens up new markets by demonstrating commitment to safety and
quality.
How to Obtain an IIP Certificate:
·If
the packaging manufacturer wish to obtain login credentials, must submit the
following documents to IIP (respective centres) with details including Name of
the Company, Complete Address, Contact Person Name with Mobile Number, Email
ID, GST Number:
· GST registration
Certificate copy
· Company PAN card
Copy
· MSME/ State
registration
· ISO certification
copy (If certified)
· Company
registration (if any)
·After
receipt of the login credentials, the packaging manufacturer may submit the
online booking / Application indicating the type of packaging materials,
details of exporter, Severity of the chemical, Gross weight, density &
Pressure (for liquid products), Date of Manufacture of the packages, Payment
details (UTR reference), detailed specification of the packaging materials,
chemical / DG details and sample description.
·After
successful booking, submit the form though online by clicking "send to
IIP” in the Previous Booking tab in the customer portal. The booking details
along with a covering letter and the required number of samples as per IMDG /
IATA regulations to be sent to IIP for testing & certification.
·IIP
Ahmedabad will conduct appropriate test as per the IMDG / IATA standards and
issue the UN certification to the qualified packages for carriage of Dangerous
Goods.
·A UN Marking
will be issued for the packages along with the digital UN certificate. The
validity of the certificate will be 18 months or 9 months for ISO certified and
non-ISO certified packaging manufacturers respectively. Upon expiry of the
certificate the packaging manufacturer may submit a fresh form along with the
required number of samples and payments for issuance of new certificate.(Note: No extensions will be given after 9/18 months.)
Time frame for issuing of UN
certificate for all types of Packaging Material except Narrow Mouth Plastic
Drum by IIP Ahmedabad centre is
Normal Mode – 8 to 10 Working Days
Tatkal Mode – 2 to 3 Working Days
The time duration for issue of UN
certificate in case of Narrow Mouth Plastic Drum is Testing Time (28 Days) + 2 working days. There
is no tatkal mode for Narrow Mouth Plastic Drum.
Please Note that time frame is to be
calculated from the registration date of the sample note from the booking date.
The registration date will be generated on receipt of booking documents,
payment and requisite no. of samples at IIP Ahmedabad.
After booking of certification request
from online mode, please send the requisite samples along with booking and payment
details at the below mentioned address:
To
Testing & Certification Department,
Indian Institute of Packaging,
CFC Building, GIDC Apparel Park,
Khokhra, Ahmedabad – 380021
Gujarat
Contact Details of Laboratory:
Email:testing.ahmedabd@iip-in.com; iipahmedabad@iip-in.com;
Phone:079-29600700; Mobile: 9586494842