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IWIC H characteristic codes 13 hazard traits, from flammable liquids to poisons & infection.

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IWIC H characteristic codes 13

13 traits, such as flammable liquids & solids, spontaneous combustion, oxidizers, peroxides & poisons.

What are IWIC H characteristic codes?

The H component records a hazard characteristic such as flammability, corrosivity or leaching. It is not a TDG UN number or a provincial waste class.

Where are IWIC H characteristic codes defined?

FieldWhat identifies it
Catalogue componentThe H component and the hazard characteristic it records.
Official definitionCross-border Movement Regulations

Which codes sit beside IWIC H characteristic codes?

What is in the waste is under IWIC C constituent codes. Read the Cross-border rules for the shipment itself.