What markings must be on a box containing hazmat?

49 CFR 172.406 states labels must be printed on or affixed to a surface (other than the bottom) of the package or containment device containing the hazardous material and be located on the same surface of the package and near the proper shipping name marking, if the package dimensions are adequate.

See further detail related to it here. Similarly, it is asked, what size are hazmat labels on packaging?

The CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY label must be a rectangle measuring at least 110 mm (4.3 inches) in height and 120 mm (4.7 inches) wide. The words "CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY" must be printed at least 6.3 mm (0.25 inches) in height on the label. When hazard is displayed, lettering must be at least 7.6 mm (0.3 inches) in height.

Subsequently, question is, where must the identification number be displayed on bulk packaging? The identification number must be displayed on both sides and both ends of the transport vehicle, even if the tank markings are visible. For bulk packages, the identification number must be displayed on an orange panel, placard, or white square-on-point configuration.

Also question is, what requires hazmat placards?

Hazmat placards must be at least 9.84″ on each side with the border . 5″ form the edge. ?Text on placard (such as “flammable”) is not required on placards unless it is Radioactive (class 7), Dangerous (that text is required).

What markings are required on a Type A package?

Some of the markings on a radioactive material package include the following:

  • Proper Shipping Name, Package type, and UN identification number (e.g., Radioactive material, Type A package, UN 2915)
  • “Radioactive LSA” (low specific activity) or “Radioactive SCO”1 (surface contaminated objects) (if applicable)