| name | intermediate-bulk-containers-ibcs |
| description | Use when handling Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs). Covers IBC types, UN-marking, capacity limits, and use cases.
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Intermediate Bulk Containers Ibcs
IBCs are intermediate-sized containers between drums and bulk tanks. Capacity 119-793 gal.
IBC types
- 11A, 11B, 11N: Rigid plastic, composite, metal
- 13H: Flexible IBC (FIBC, super sack)
- 31A, 31H: Liquid IBCs
UN marking
Marked with: UN symbol, IBC type code, packaging group, year of manufacture, country, maker code, prototype test result.
Inspection
- 2.5-year periodic retest (rigid)
- Annual external visual
Common uses
Class 3 flammable liquids, Class 6.1 toxics in moderate quantity, Class 8 corrosives.
Where this fits in X3 Compass
Applied in the X3 Compass Hazmat Center add-on.