- 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 Chennai 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.)
Digital Certificates issued
by IIP Chennai can be verified by clicking http://92.204.129.147:780/
For more details,
please click below link to download the help document.
Open UN certification HELP Document
Please visit IIP Chennai Youtube channel to know how to apply through online for UN certification.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe70l0imcgRpqyduyakxeQQ
Contact
Details of Laboratory:
Email : iipchennailab@iip-in.com; to1che.iip@gov.in ;
Phone : 99621 79041; 044 - 2496 1560
/ 044 - 2496 0730 Ext. 102
Accounts
(For Proforma / Quotation) :
Email : iipchennai.accounts@iip-in.com; ja1che.iip@gov.in
Phone : 044 - 2496 1560
/ 044 - 2496 0730 Ext. 104