Division 5 Outer packaging

The outer packaging must not contain more than 4 l or 4 kg.

If required, either dry ice or wet ice must be placed outside the secondary packaging. If using dry ice the packaging must permit the release of carbon dioxide gas and not allow a build-up of pressure that could rupture the packaging. If using wet ice, the packaging must be leak-proof.

Each package and the air waybill must be marked with the following exact wording:

‘ UN 3373 DIAGNOSTIC SPECIMEN

PACKED IN COMPLIANCE WITH

IATA PACKING INSTRUCTION 650 ’

An itemised list of contents must be enclosed between the secondary packaging and the outer packaging.

The outer packaging must be placed in a sealed plastic bag to protect from moisture.

A Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods is not required.