GB19457-2009
Safety code for inspection of packaging of dangerous goods for paint
危险货物涂料包装检验安全规范
GB 19457-2009 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Safety code for inspection of packaging of dangerous goods for paint. It appears in the Food compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of May 1, 2010.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
GB 19457-2009 establishes the safety code for the inspection of packaging of dangerous goods specifically for paints and coatings. It applies to the performance testing and usage appraisal of various packaging types, including composite packaging, single packaging, steel pails, Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), and large packagings. This standard is mandatory for manufacturers and exporters shipping hazardous paint products into or out of China. It is not applicable to non-hazardous paint formulations.
Technical requirements
The standard's mandatory chapters outline comprehensive performance and usage requirements. For packaging structures, it mandates that steel pails must have smooth inner and outer surfaces, uniform welds, and strong paint adhesion. Open steel pails are generally restricted from holding liquid paints, except for Class III viscous paints that have passed specific performance tests. For IBCs and large packagings, the standard references GB 19434 and GB 19432, restricting certain metal and plastic IBCs to Class II and III packaging based on the vapor pressure of the paint. It also specifies exemptions for small containers (≤5L) when securely palletized or shipped as inner receptacles of a composite packaging. In terms of usage appraisal, the standard requires that packaging grades must be equal to or higher than the hazard level of the contained paint. First-time plastic or coated containers must provide a 6-month chemical compatibility test report. Furthermore, filling limits are restricted to 98% of the container's capacity, and cushioning/adsorbent materials must not react dangerously with the paint.
Testing methods
The standard mandates several critical tests for steel pails, including drop tests, stacking tests, leakproofness (airtightness) tests, hydraulic tests, and handle strength tests. Drop tests follow GB/T 4857.5 with specific drop heights varying by packaging class (I, II, or III). Test samples must be filled to at least 98% capacity with the actual paint or a surrogate with similar physical properties. Hydraulic and airtight tests require modifying the container to connect pressure lines, ensuring the packaging can withstand specified pressures without leakage.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 19457-2009?
This standard regulates the performance inspection and usage appraisal of dangerous goods packaging specifically for paints, including single packaging, composite packaging, IBCs, and large packagings.
Are there any updates from the previous version of GB 19457-2009?
It replaces the previous versions GB 19457.1-2004 and GB 19457.2-2004, aligning the technical content with the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods and the IMDG Code.
How does GB 19457-2009 differ from international standards?
The standard aligns its technical content with international frameworks like the UN Model Regulations and IMO's IMDG Code, while specifically detailing requirements for steel pails and viscous paints.
The summary above provides a high-level overview of GB 19457-2009. To ensure complete compliance for your products entering the Chinese market, a precise and professional translation of the full technical specifications is essential. Purchase our high-quality English translation of GB 19457-2009 today to access all detailed parameters, tables, and testing procedures.
Applicability hints
- Type
- Other
- CCS
- A80
- Competent department
- Standardization Administration of China
- Technical committee
- National Technical Committee on Hazardous Chemicals Management of Standardization Administration of China
Relationships
Replaces:GB 19457.2-2004, GB 19457.1-2004