7Meaning of IBC or intermediate bulk container

7 Meaning of IBC or intermediate bulk container (1) An IBC or intermediate bulk container is rigid or flexible portable packaging for use in the transport of dangerous goods (a) complies with the specifications in Chapter 6.5 of the ADG Code; and (b) has a capacity of not more than: (i) for solids of Packing Group I packed in a composite, fibreboard, flexible, wooden, or rigid plastics container – 1 500 L; and (ii) for solids of Packing Group I packed in a metal container – 3 000 L ; and (iii) for solids or liquids of Packing Groups II and III – 3 000 L; and (iv) for any other dangerous goods – 3 000 L; and

Regulations 2011 12 (c) is designed for mechanical handling. (2) Rigid or flexible portable packaging that complies with the requirements of Chapter 6.1, 6.3 or 6.6 of the ADG Code is not an IBC.